John Becker Obituary
The family announces the passing of John Becker of Cumberland, Iowa on November 9, 2026. John, born on February 18, 1926, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Alberta Cecelia Sothman of Lyman; his parents, Gail Becker (Mable) and Wilma Becker; his siblings, Helen West (Harry) and Ross Becker (Avis); and his great grandchild Izabella Becker.
He is survived by: his children, Craig Becker (Jane) of Atlantic, Galen Becker (Pat) of Cumberland, Roger Becker (Wendy Gertjejanssen) of Maplewood, Doug Becker (Jenny) of Pleasant Hill, Iowa and Jolene Geary (Steve) of Bristol, Wisconsin. He is also survived by fifteen grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, and great grand-nieces and nephews.
A burial will be held on Sunday, November 15th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Weirich Cemetery (70133 640th St, Griswold, IA 51535). Visitation will be held on Friday, November 27th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Roland Funeral Service (204 E 5th St, Atlantic, IA 50022). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 28th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Cumberland Community Center (200 W 2nd St, Cumberland, IA 50843).
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Atlantic Gospel Chapel, Cumberland Fire Department, Cass County 4-H, and the Iowa Cornhusking Association.
