Troy Becker
June 30, 1966 ~ January 30, 2012
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Troy Becker, 45, of Rockham, passed away Monday, January 30, 2012 at the Redfield Hospital.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 3, 2012 at the United Church of Faulkton with Pastor Julie Nygaard officiating. Visitation was held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, February 2, 2012 with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at the church.
On June 30, 1966, Troy Flint Becker was born to Delbert and Gloria (Michalke) Becker in Faulkton, SD. He attended and graduated from Faulkton High School in 1984. During his high school years, Troy was actively involved in wrestling and 4-H. Troy furthered his education at Moorhead State University, where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Biology in 1989.
He married Kristine Ehrich in July 1986. Troy enlisted with the SD Army National Guard, serving from 1988 to 1995.
On November 4, 1995 Troy married Kim Horner at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mansfield, SD. They made their home in Rockham where Troy spent his time farming and ranching and in the summer of 2011 he became a rural mail carrier for the Cresbard mail route.
Troy loved nature. He spent his time hunting, fishing and taking in the beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Troy also took pride in the time he gave to the Sanchez Martial Arts Club in Redfield, where he was an instructor. He had reached his 1st Degree Black Belt. Troy enjoyed having time to get to know the martial arts community from all over South Dakota.
Troy’s family will miss the time he gave to 4-H, showing sheep and rabbits. But most of all, his love of having coffee and breakfast ready for them each morning.
Troy’s life will be cherished by his wife, Kim of Rockham; his children: Angel of Puyallup, WA, Dion, Wyatt and Samantha of Rockham; one grandchild, Aedyn; his mother, Gloria of Rockham; four siblings: Brad (Diane) and Carolyn (Kenny) Simon of Aberdeen, Doug (Linda) of Rockham and Susie (Mark) Long of Cresbard; his father-in-law, Joseph Horner of Aberdeen; mother-in-law, Bonnie Papke of Ipswich; sisters-in-law, Cheryl (Buster) Mathern of Newell and Mary Becker of Fairmont, MN; and numerous foster children, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father; brother, Lynn; and nephew, Jason Becker.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials.
Luce Funeral Home of Faulkton has been entrusted with Troy’s arrangements.
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Troy was a classmate and good friend of our son, Scott. We have many memories of their high school years. Hold onto the memories as we are of Scotts. Our prayers and sympathy go out to the entire family.
Kim and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Troy always had a smile anytime you would meet him. We will miss him. If there is anything we can do please don’t hesitate to let us know.
Jerry and Sandy Bowar
Kim, Deon, Wyatt and Sam, So sorry to hear about Troy. If you need someone to talk to don’t hesitate to call any of your aunts or uncles.
Love Jim and Diane
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, love always jessica, noah and paige kaber
Thoughts & prayers are with the family. Love Donna Kissner
We are so sorry to hear of Troy’s passing. We greatly appreciated the work he did as our mail carrier.
“Fear not, I am with you; be not dismayed; I am your God. I will strengthen you, and help you, and uphold you . . .”
Isaiah 41:10
What do you say when you lose a friend ? Kim, we are here for you so if you need anything just call.if you need help with Deion just call. Sorry doesn’t seem enough to say ‘ our prayers are with you Kim.
Angel, you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers! May the love and support of your family and friends help you deal with your loss. Remember your lessons of Immortality, Troys spirit will live forever in your memories!
Love you!
Candi
I can’t find the right words to tell you how sad I am at the loss of this wonderful man. Troy was one of the kindest and most laid back men I ever met. He will be missed by everyone who ever met him. What a wonderful champion for kids. My prayers are with you Kim, Dion, Wyatt and Sami. May God’s peace be with you.
Jeanne
i’m so sorry for your loss kim.
In our deepest Sympathy
LOVE AND PRAYERS ALWAYS,
JOYCE & CHEYENNE BARROWS
IN OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY
LOVE AND PRAYERS TO U AND UR FAMILY
JOYCE AND CHEYENNE BARROWS
Kim and family, I am so sorry for what you are going through. You and Troy were always so special to me during my years working with foster children. I have very fond memories of your warm welcoming household.
My deepest sympathies. Troy was a great person and a great classmate. I will always remember him and I wrestling each other in practice, and that we both went to state the same year. We were so excited. I wish only the best to his loved ones. May he rest in peace.
My thoughs and prayer are with you and your family.
so so sorry for everything and you are in my thoughts and prayers sorry i cant be there
To Troy family
I am so sorry for your loss. The death of loved one is such a
painful time. Only Jehovah truly understand the depth of pain
and offers comfort and hope to each of us at this most difficult
time. Please read John 11:24-27.Psalm 37:29. Psalm 83:18.
Hope this thought and scriptures bring comfort to your heart as
they have mine during this time of sadness.
Troy was my best friend in High School and we were as close as brothers. Over time we have drifted from each other but I will never forget him. God’s piece, brother.
I am sorry for your loss.
It was with great sorrow that I learned of Troy’s passing. My thoughts and prays are with his family at this time of sadness in their lives.
May the good Lord accept Troy into his home and provide comfort to his family
Kim so sorry for your loss You and Troy were my grandson Jacob foster parents for a bit my condolences to you and your family.
Kim, my thoughts and prayers go out to your and your family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Love You Always!
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you with the sudden loss of Troy. May it comfort you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, and may they give you strength in the days ahead. In Deepest Sympathy,
Jeff and JoDee Bryant
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God bless you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. May God help you to find strength.
May God give you strength in the days ahead. You and your family are in our daily thoughts and prayers. Your memories will carry you through the days ahead.
To Gloria and your whole family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Troy was only 7 years old when we moved to Rockham; we remember visiting in your home, and watching the kids grow up. We are not surprised that he turned out to be such a great guy! Love and prayers, Gary & Edee