Lawrence Becker

Profile Updated: September 17, 2015
Residing In Gresham, OR USA
Spouse/Partner Rosie Becker
Occupation Retired
Children Justin J. Decembber 19, 1972

Ashley Tai March 2, 1976
Military Service US Army Medical Corpsman, Combat  
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Shortly after graduating high school in 1965, my life was not quite what I thought it should be. I joined the Army in early 1966, after basic training, corpsman school was my next adventure. After two tours in Viet Nam as a Combat Medic, college marriage and children brought a new perspective to my life.
I entered into Mechanical Contracting in Corvallis Oregon and Started my own business. Sold the business in 1987, at which time I moved my family to the Portland Metro area where I worked as a Service Technician and later became a Sales Engineer for a building automation company. I retired early in 2005 due to complications as a result of exposure to agent Orange.
My wife Rosie and I have two wonderful children, Justin and Ashley, who have blessed us with four grandchildren.
I enjoy fly fishing, cycling, bicycle repair, and leather crafting. We enjoy traveling, and we winter in Yuma, AZ. Rosie and I have membership in the Eagles, Elks, and the Gresham Historical Society. I volunteer at the Portland VA Hospital, Gresham Police Department, and other community service programs. Mainly just keeping busy and loving life.

School Story

Most remembered activities at Helix High:
Sporting events, Frosh Football, Freshman, Sophomore Wrestling
After game dances
Mr. Norman Robins Junior English Class
Greg Mason and I dominating PE Murder Ball
Intermural sports
Mark D'Spains exploits in track and field with his shot-put expertise. (What a Champ).
The Barry Bronk and Byron Olander show, Of coursde for the kind of success they had required a great team.

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Posted on: Apr 27, 2016 at 10:25 AM

Dear Susan,

What are you now anyway? 48, 49? You must be getting close to the Big 50 by now. Well, have a wonderful birthday and do something fun for yourself.
Enjoy.

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Jan 29, 2016 at 10:36 AM

Posted on: Jan 29, 2016 at 10:02 AM

Hey Linda, We share the same January birthdate. However mine is a year earlier. I hope your day yesterday was a wonderful one.

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Jan 11, 2016 at 10:34 AM

"Happy Birthday Yesterday", to both you and Tom, from today. That is a quote from "back to the past". A little something I just made up.

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Jan 11, 2016 at 10:36 AM

Posted on: Jan 09, 2016 at 9:22 AM

Hey Phil,
How has this winter blast treated you folks down in Grants Pass? It would probably be a safe guess to assume all the Golf Courses in your neighborhood are out of play for a wile. But then with all your money you can fly any where you want to play a little golf.

Jan 05, 2016 at 8:39 AM

Happy Birthday Doug. Wishing you many, many more. Hope to see you at the next reunion in, I guess about five years.

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Jan 11, 2016 at 9:30 AM

Posted on: Jan 05, 2016 at 8:26 AM

Happy Birthday in a few days George. You said it very well, it was a great reunion, and, as you, we are so looking forward to the next. We had a pretty special class didn't we?

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Dec 09, 2015 at 10:08 AM

Posted on: Dec 07, 2015 at 8:02 PM

Gene, are you as crazy as you were in high school? I am sure the Donald is thrilled to have you onboard. Are you the Donald's Campaign Manager for Indianapolis? What a great time you made high school for so many. What a witty sense of humor you always had. Sorry you were absent from the 50th Reunion, but I am sure you sent an absentee note to Mrs. Casebolt. (you might want to check my spelling on that) anyway you were missed.

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Dec 29, 2015 at 8:04 AM

Posted on: Dec 01, 2015 at 8:32 AM

Well happy birthday David. Have yourself a great 69th. Any special plans?

Nov 24, 2015 at 12:27 PM

David,

have yourself a Happy Little Birthday. Woops! Wrong song, same sentiments. Have a great Birthday filled with family, friends, and fun.

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Nov 22, 2015 at 5:33 PM

In Loving Memory

Nancy was a wonderful, vibrant and sometimes silly lady. We shared some great times throughout our four years at Helix. We had several classes together, however my fondest memories were our class time in Mr. Woods Civics Class. There was an instance where my smart mouth got me in some trouble with Mr. Woods. My penance was to learn the Preamble to the Constitution. With Nancy's help we memorized it that afternoon, which I proudly recited the next day in class. She was so patient and caring, obviously a trait she carried with her throughout life. 

In our Senior Year Book, Nancy wrote a note asking me to take her out on a date. I never did. My loss. The truth is, I never felt good enough for her and was afraid of disappointing her. Nancy brought many blessings to many people. Heaven will be a much better place with her presence.

 

 

 

 

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Nov 10, 2015 at 7:44 AM

Posted on: Nov 09, 2015 at 7:12 PM

Hey Jim,
Are you doing anything wonderful for your birthday? Say like a trip, bow hunting for elk?
Anyway Happy Birthday in advance. Rosie and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit with you and Sherrie.

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Oct 31, 2015 at 10:13 AM

Posted on: Oct 26, 2015 at 11:13 AM

Susan,
Just got off the phone with my brother "Eddie" he said to tell you hello, and went on to say he still thinks of you from time to time, and has nothing but the fondest memories of your dates. Also Ed said he hopes you are having a wonderful life.

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Oct 08, 2015 at 2:26 PM

Cyndee, Cant tell you enough how grateful everyone was for al the work you and your team toiled over to make our 50th such a resounding success. Please forward thanks to all whom worked so hard. (is that whom or who) Anyway you are all so appreciated.

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Oct 08, 2015 at 1:33 PM

Margo, You will always be a presents in hearts of every one who ever met you. all the adjetives that discribe you have been used. All that is left for me to say is that we are all better people to have experienced meeting you.

 

 

 

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