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Kathleen Becker passes away at 90

Kathleen Becker, born Kathleen Merrick on Christmas day, 1926, passed away June 4 at age 90.
 
She was a loving mother, wife, friend, and belonged to many service organizations, including Soroptimist and American Association of University Women. She loved teenagers and worked with them at mark Keppel High School for 52 years, first as a physical education teacher, then as a guidance counselor, and ultimately as an assistant principal.
 
She was pre-deceased by her husband, Fred Becker, and her two sons, Ron and Cliff Becker. She is survived by her daughter, Janet Trippel, and her granddaughter, Sahara Becker.
 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Kay Becker to:
Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation
1004A O’Reilly Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94129
Toll Free (US only): 86-Myotonic (866-968-6642)
www.myotonic.org.