Pritzl, Anna Catherine

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• Obituary: 9 Dec 1942

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Obituary:
Mrs Anna Katherine Becker, 62, wife of Postmaster Michael P. Becker of Brillion, died early today at the family home in the village, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the St Mary's Catholic Church in Brillion, the Rev Raymond Schauer officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs Becker, nee Anna Pritzl was born in Brillion in 1880 and in 1900 was married to Mr Becker. They have resided continuously in the village. She was a member of the Christian Mothers. Survivors are the widower; four daughters, Mrs Wenzel Sphatt, Mrs Lester O'Hearn of Milwaukee, Mrs Gordon Straitiff of Springfield, N J, Miss Anita of Brillion: six sons, Frank of Sheboygan, Richard of Neillsville, Harold of Phillips, Wis., Eugene and Lyle of Brillion, and Lieut. Bernard Becker, reported missing in action in the Phillipines; two brothers, William of Brillion, Theodore of Cato; seven sisters, Mrs Anton Mickie and Mrs Anton Baldeswiller of Thorp, Wis., Mrs Caroline Miller and Mrs Joseph Binsfield of Brillion, Mrs Joseph Anhalt of Cato, Sister Lenora of Milwaukee, Mrs John Kocourik of Reedsville and 14 Grand-children. The body will lie in state at the Becker home.
TOD: "OBIT" - Anna Katherine Becker - from Mrs Leona Eisner - 3/91

Anna married Becker, Michael Peter 11 Jun 1900, Kasson, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA. Michael was born 27 Aug 1876, Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA; died 30 Mar 1958, Whitelaw, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA; was buried 24 Apr 1958, Holy Family (formerly St. Mary's) Catholic Cemetery, Brillion, Wisconsin. [Group Sheet]

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• Death Record - Civil: 10 Nov 1992

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BIOGRAPHIE: Notes about Frank Anthony Becker from Margaret Becker Schatz A native of Brillion, WI, he lived in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and was a retired employee of the Chicago and Northwestern Railway Company. After retirement he managed and than purchased the Greyhound Bus Company in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. A newspaper clipping of June 3, 1975, showed Frank and Cecile celebrating their 50 wedding anniversay on Sunday June 1, 1975 at St Dominic's Catholic church, Sheboygan, WI. Rev. Russell Becker concelebrated with Rev. Donald Becker of Little Chute. WI. Original attendees were Richard Becker, brother of groom of Corona, CA. Frank was a member of the Holy Name Society, St Vincent De Paul Society and the Knights of Columbus. Cecile was native of Two Rivers, member of the Christian Women's Society of St. Dominic's Catholic Chrurch, Catholic Women's Charity club and St. Vincent De Paul Store. Both resided in a nursing facility in later years. Parents of 4 children; Grandparents of 13 grandchildren.
A POSTCARD FROM FRANK AND CECILE BECKER TO MY FATHER JUNE 11, 1983 SAYS. "SHEBOYGAN DEAR FOLKS (GENE AND ANN SCHNEIDER BECKER) WE HAVE RECEIVED 5 FAMILY TREES. WE HOPE YOU CAN FIND TIME TO FIX ONE ALSO. PLEASE FILL IN ALL DATES AND CURRENT ADDRESSES OF YOUR CHILDREN. WE EXPECT TO FURNISH EVRYONE WITH A COPY OF THE COMPLETED LISTING SHOULD (YOU) BE INTERESTED EVEN FOR YOUR CHILDREN LATER ON. THANKS. FRANK AND CECILE BECKER." in MBS position. note by written by Margaret Becker Schatz

Death Record - Civil:
Name:Frank A. Becker
SSN:708-05-4798
Last Residence:53083 Sheboygan, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States of America
Born:9 May 1901
Died:Nov 1992
State (Year) SSN issued:Railroad Board (Issued Through) (Before 1951)

Name:Frank A Becker
Death Date:10 Nov 1992
Location:Sheboygan (May be abbreviated)
Certificate:029750

Frank married Taddy, Cecile Elisabeth 2 Jun 1925, Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA. Cecile was born 14 Jun 1897, Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA; died 15 Apr 1995, Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 29 Dec 2014; Appleton Post Crescent

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Lyle Michael Becker, loving husband, family patriarch, successful businessman, military veteran, author, photographer, accomplished world traveler, master Sheepshead and Bridge player, award-winning gardener, graceful dancer, gifted singer and generous friend to all, died peacefully at age 91 on Friday, December 26, 2014.
Born in Brillion on April 25, 1923, to the late Michael Peter and Anna (Pritzl) Becker, Lyle graduated from Brillion High School in 1941, where he distinguished himself as senior class president, yearbook editor, band member, captain of the cheerleading squad, and District Delegate to Badger Boys State. Raised in a family of musicians, he shared his love of music playing baritone with the Brillion City Band, was a member of the Green Bay Men's Chorus, and later, sang with the Santa Barbara Men's Choral Society. Inspired by his father's commitment to public service as Postmaster of the Brillion Post Office, Lyle served as City of Brillion Alderman, President of the Brillion Lion's Club, and founding member of the Chilton Hospital Board. He was honored for his civic mindedness as one of the Outstanding Young Men of Wisconsin in 1954. He proudly served in the 87th Acorn Division, US Infantry, World War II, stationed in England, France, Belgium, and Germany. While on furlough, July 25, 1944, Lyle was united in marriage to his lifetime soulmate, Dolores Joanna Jacobs. The couple has enjoyed 70 dedicated years together.
As an innovative businessman, Lyle established the L. M. Becker Co. Inc. and its Toy 'n Joy division, manufacturing and marketing vending machines and novelties. This family-owned business celebrated its 65th anniversary in 2006. Lyle served in various official capacities as a member of the National Bulk Vendors Association. Author of two books, the first about the spiritual dimensions of entrepreneurship and family life, the second an inspirational book about making life more peaceful, healthy and happy, Lyle was working on a third about his relationship with God. A man of faith and spiritual commitment, Lyle was a member of Saint Barbara Parish, Mission Santa Barbara, CA. and a Charter Member of St. Bernard Catholic Parish in Appleton. He served as president of both the Holy Name Society in Brillion and Retreats International; was a founding member of the Cursillo Movement in the Green Bay Diocese; and established The Caliana Foundation, "to help the less fortunate in the world," in memory of Callie and Anna, Dolores and Lyle's "very caring" mothers.
Distinguished business, church and community achievements aside, Lyle was more than anything, a gentleman, one of those rare men who family members and friends seek out . . . for love and support, for advice and understanding, for laughs and friendship. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Dolores; five sons: Michael P. Becker, Santa Fe, NM; James (Mary) Becker, Santa Fe, NM; Paul Becker, Neenah; Peter Becker, St. Petersburg, FL; and Jonathan (Nicole) Becker, Brillion; three daughters: Kristine Becker, Appleton; Susan (Douglas) Svetnicka, Santa Fe, NM; and Patrice Becker, Aspen, CO. Lyle was devoted to his eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Lyle was preceded in death by an infant son, John Joseph Becker, his parents Michael and Anna Becker, six brothers (Frank, Richard, Eugene, Bernard, Harold, and infant brother Joseph), and five sisters (Lillian Straitiff, Helen O'Hearn, Anita Leonard, Mary Sphatt, and Louise Becker).
A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 11 am on Friday, January 2, 2015, at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 1615 W. Pine St., Appleton, with Father Dennis Ryan officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Friday from 9 am until the time of service. Reception to follow. Internment at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Brillion.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Living Tree Estates in Greenville, as well as the staff of Southern Care Hospice for their love, care and concern.

Lyle married Jacobs, Dolores (daughter of Jacobs, Michael Peter and Stein, Clara Elizabeth "Callie") [Group Sheet]