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Merlin D. Becker

November 24, 1932 — September 1, 2017

Merlin D. Becker

Merlin D. Becker, 84 of Mondovi entered into life with his Eternal Father on September 1, 2017 at Paradise Valley Farm in Mondovi, WI. He grew up in Albany Township. He married Bonnie Bauer on Aug. 23, 1955 . He was devoted to his family, a loving husband and father. He enjoyed spending time with all his family and grandchildren He served his church as a Eucharistic minister and lector, as well as visited those in the nursing home weekly. He was always praying for his family and others in need. He enjoyed the outdoors, planting flowers, feeding the birds and cats. Most of all he loved his farm. He bought the family farm along with other neighboring land as a young man. He took pride in raising his Dairy herd, and transforming the rolling hills into a productive crop farm. He talked about wanting to die with his boots on and he got his wish. He was loved by many and always gave of himself. Now, may he rest in peace as our Guardian angel. Merlin, you will be missed by us all. We love you. Survivors include his children, Vern (Debbie), Steve (Elah), Dave (Robin), Linda, Francis, Mike (Amy), Rita (Jerry), Joe (Libby); nine grandchildren; six great grandchildren; two brothers; one sister; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Bonnie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, September 8, 2017 at 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Mondovi with Father Paul Bosco presiding. Burial to immediately follow in the Parish Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 7, 2017 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Talbot Family funeral Home-Mondovi Chapel and again on Friday at the church one hour prior to the Mass.
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Visitation

Thursday, September 7, 2017

4:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)

Talbot Family Funeral Home, Mondovi Chapel

679 Hehli Way, Mondovi, WI 54755

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Cemetery

Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery

U.S. Hwy 10, East, Mondovi, WI

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