Rev. Otto F. Becken, 82, of Lancaster, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 1st at his home with his loving wife Mary J. Becken by his side.
Born in Manorville, Long Island, New York, he was the son of the late Ivison and Agnes Nugent Becken.
Otto graduated from the Biblical University of Philadelphia and devoted his life as an ordained minister. During his ministry, with the support of his family, he relocated many times to various parts of the country spreading the word of the Lord.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter Donna Diegel, of Cherry Hill NJ, and a son Donald Becken of Rochester NY, 4 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. Also surviving are two sisters, Marion Raynor of Maryland and Edith Cheney of New Jersey.
A Funeral Service will be held at Rohrerstown Mennonite Church, 601 Rohrerstown Road, Lancaster, PA on Monday December 5th at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Dennis Ernest officiating. Friends may call at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service. Interment in Brookfield Cemetery, Manorville, Long Island, New York Tuesday December 6th
Donald Becken
I can’t express how much I will miss you Pop!
Jenn Diegel
You basically raised me. I will forever love you and miss you, pop.
Codey Eichenour
Rest In Peace Mr. Becken!
Martha Jean Jones
So sorry to hear about your Dad, Don.
It is so hard to lose a parent, but
know when it is time they are ready
to go to God’s Home and rest. They
will always be in your heart.
Love Always, Mama Jean
Mark Moretto (Harris Corp)
I extend my thoughts and prayers to Rev. Becken’s family. I’m sorry for your lose and wish you all the best during this difficult time.
Doug & Diane
Although we cannot be with you in your time of sorrow, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you, and may the memories you have sustain you through the days to come. May God grant enternal rest and peace to Uncle Otto.
Jon Gainer
Don,
I am sorry to hear of your loss and hope God gives you peace knowing your dad as a believer in Jesus Christ has gone to a place of rest.
Jon G.
Socorro Zuniga - Harris Corp.
My thoughts and prayers to Don and his family during this difficult time. God bless you.
Robert larosa
I believe mr becken taught me and my three siblingd at cooper school. Sorry to hear about his passing. Is this in fact that mr becken??