Lawrence Harold Becker

Lawrence Harold Becker, age 84, passed away on Sunday, November 28,2021 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.

He was born on September 14, 1937 in Schenectady, NY, the son of the late Harold Becker and Gladys Bowers Becker.

Lawrence was a Tool Maker for the Watervliet Arsenal for over 30 years.  He was a longtime member of the American Legion Halfmoon Post 1450 for 42 years. Lawrence also enjoyed golfing, bowling and darts but his greatest joy was time with his friends.

Lawrence is survived by his daughters, Holly Young, Tammy Becker; grandchildren, Ciara Anderson, Chloe Anderson; brother, Ronald Becker; niece, Andrea Pokines; formerly married to Valerie Morgan-O'Brien and many friends who will miss him dearly.

A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY.  Family and friend may call from 9 am to 10:45 am prior to the service at the funeral home. 

Interment with military honors will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871.

Due to the ongoing public health concerns of COVID-19 social distancing as well as wearing of a face mask is recommended.

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