Willis Beckering's obituary , Passed away on April 7, 2025 in Orange, California

Willis Beckering

August 21, 1928 - April 7, 2025 (96 years old)

Orange, California

Willis Beckering's obituary , Passed away on April 7, 2025 in Orange, California
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Willis Beckering

August 21, 1928 - April 7, 2025 (96 years old)

Orange, California

Willis Beckering Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Willis Beckering (Orange, California), born in Edgerton, Minnesota, whose life came to an end on April 7, 2025 at the age of 96, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Beckering and Gertrude Beckering; his granddaughter Nanette VanderHart; his children-in-law, Gail Beckering and Jerry Heidenreich; and his siblings, Jeanette, Raymond and Gladys.

He is survived by: his wife Verla Kooiman; and his children, Leanne VanderHart of Grand Rapids, MI, Terry Beckering (Nina) of Irvine, CA, Todd Beckering (Noni) of Minneapolis, MN and Donita Opgenorth (Jack) of Flower Mound, TX.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 19th 2025 at 1:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Wycliffe Bible Translators or Celebration Church.



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Apr 19

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1:00 PM

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