Ernest J. Becherer Obituary
The passing of Ernest J. Becherer of Troy, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 7, 2025 at the age of 99. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Agnes; his parents, Jacob Becherer and Augusta Becherer (Meyer); his siblings, Clifford, Harold, Lavera, Clarence, Jonelia, Jacob and Mildred "Mim"; his sons-in-law, Tom Prine and Leigh Burns; and his granddaughter Melissa Huff (Burns).
He is survived by: his daughters, Bonnie Prine (late Thomas) of Troy, Illinois, Sharen Breyer (Michael) of Troy, Illinois and Karen Burns (late Leigh, Jr.) of Troy, Illinois; and his brother Melvin "Mac" Becherer. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 26th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Lake View Funeral Home (5000 N Illinois St, Fairview Heights, IL 62208). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 26th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location. The military honors will be held on Saturday, July 26th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Lake View Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens (5000 N Illinois St, Fairview Heights, IL 62208).
Contributions in Ernest's memory may be made to Disabled American Veterans, https://www.dav.org.
