Published in The Alaska Dispatch News, 06/25/2016:
Frederick "Bulldog" Becker IV left planet earth on June 11, 2016, and is now in heaven with his beautiful bride Elizabeth.
Bulldog will take his last Harley-Davidson motorcycle ride to be laid to rest with Betty on June 24, 2016, at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery, with a motorcycle escort entering the base at the Fort Richardson gate at 3 p.m. To ride to the gate, meet at the Whaler on Muldoon Road at 2 p.m. with kickstands up at 2:30 p.m.
A celebration of life will be held starting at 5 p.m. at the American Legion Post 28: 7001 Brayton Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507.
Bulldog was born on May 28, 1943, in Saint Petersburg, Va.
He met his bride at the Renal movie theater during June of '59. They soon exchanged steady rings and were married on Jan. 12, 1963. They left Philly for Dover, Del., where Bulldog joined the United States Air Force.
Bulldog transitioned to civilian work and life in 1981, when he retired from the military as a Master Sargent, and continued to work at Sears and Roebuck, where he retired as the Alaska Regional Asset Protection Manager. Bulldog was an iconic figure in the motorcycle community. Bulldog was, and will forever be, a member of the Combat Veteran's Association, chapter 43-1.
After leaving the service, Bulldog spent the rest of his life championing the cause of the POW/MIA, and ensuring returning Veterans were treated with respect and dignity. He served on many boards and committees and was very effective at each. Bulldog and Betty created a family that has a bond that can never be broken, they leave behind an extended family that now reaches close to 30.
Everyone that had the opportunity to "Rubbed Shoulders" with Frederick "Bulldog" Becker IV, Bulldogs last words to each of us would be to: BSafe.
Published in The Anchorage Dispatch News, 06/25/2016:
Becker, who died on June 11 at age 73, was an Air Force veteran who served in Vietnam. In the decades since he retired from the military, Becker became well known in Anchorage and on JBER as an advocate for veterans and active-duty military men and women. His obituary says he was particularly committed to POW/MIA causes and to dignified treatment for returning combat veterans.
Becker was also an active and popular member of Anchorage motorcycle groups and a Harley-Davidson enthusiast.
On Friday, more than 400 airmen lined the roadways as Becker's ashes were driven from the JBER gate to Fort Richardson National Cemetery, a salute several airmen said was very rare and a tribute to someone who always looked out for them.
Chuck "Redlight" Russell knew Becker in both military and motorcycle circles. When Russell became a commander of the Army's 17th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Becker showed up for the change of command ceremony. When Becker supported a cause, he supported it all-out, Russell said.
Before bikers lined up at the Fort Richardson gate for the procession to the cemetery, longtime friend Helen Little remembered Becker as being instrumental in the creation of the Alaska Veterans Memorial at Byers Lake. But Little also knew him in a different role, as the "ace" of theft prevention for Sears in Midtown, a job he did with a sense of humor. She recalled him occasionally wearing wigs so even his co-workers didn't recognize him.
"He would see somebody shoplifting, and then he would go to the front door, and when they were starting to leave he would hold the door open for them," Little said. Once outside, he made the stop.
At Fort Richardson National Cemetery, motorcycles filled the parking lot surrounding an overflowing shelter. A JBER honor guard fired volleys in a final salute and taps was played on a trumpet. Inside, the U.S. flag was folded and presented to Becker's son, Fred Becker V.
Christa Foli, who had known Becker for 20 years, said it would be an emotional show of respect for a man it seemed everyone knew, and a tribute to his dedication to others.
"He wants to make sure nobody gets forgotten," Foli said. "I've heard him say that a hundred times."
Frederick "Bulldog" Becker IV left planet earth on June 11, 2016, and is now in heaven with his beautiful bride Elizabeth.
Bulldog will take his last Harley-Davidson motorcycle ride to be laid to rest with Betty on June 24, 2016, at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery, with a motorcycle escort entering the base at the Fort Richardson gate at 3 p.m. To ride to the gate, meet at the Whaler on Muldoon Road at 2 p.m. with kickstands up at 2:30 p.m.
A celebration of life will be held starting at 5 p.m. at the American Legion Post 28: 7001 Brayton Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507.
Bulldog was born on May 28, 1943, in Saint Petersburg, Va.
He met his bride at the Renal movie theater during June of '59. They soon exchanged steady rings and were married on Jan. 12, 1963. They left Philly for Dover, Del., where Bulldog joined the United States Air Force.
Bulldog transitioned to civilian work and life in 1981, when he retired from the military as a Master Sargent, and continued to work at Sears and Roebuck, where he retired as the Alaska Regional Asset Protection Manager. Bulldog was an iconic figure in the motorcycle community. Bulldog was, and will forever be, a member of the Combat Veteran's Association, chapter 43-1.
After leaving the service, Bulldog spent the rest of his life championing the cause of the POW/MIA, and ensuring returning Veterans were treated with respect and dignity. He served on many boards and committees and was very effective at each. Bulldog and Betty created a family that has a bond that can never be broken, they leave behind an extended family that now reaches close to 30.
Everyone that had the opportunity to "Rubbed Shoulders" with Frederick "Bulldog" Becker IV, Bulldogs last words to each of us would be to: BSafe.
Published in The Anchorage Dispatch News, 06/25/2016:
Becker, who died on June 11 at age 73, was an Air Force veteran who served in Vietnam. In the decades since he retired from the military, Becker became well known in Anchorage and on JBER as an advocate for veterans and active-duty military men and women. His obituary says he was particularly committed to POW/MIA causes and to dignified treatment for returning combat veterans.
Becker was also an active and popular member of Anchorage motorcycle groups and a Harley-Davidson enthusiast.
On Friday, more than 400 airmen lined the roadways as Becker's ashes were driven from the JBER gate to Fort Richardson National Cemetery, a salute several airmen said was very rare and a tribute to someone who always looked out for them.
Chuck "Redlight" Russell knew Becker in both military and motorcycle circles. When Russell became a commander of the Army's 17th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Becker showed up for the change of command ceremony. When Becker supported a cause, he supported it all-out, Russell said.
Before bikers lined up at the Fort Richardson gate for the procession to the cemetery, longtime friend Helen Little remembered Becker as being instrumental in the creation of the Alaska Veterans Memorial at Byers Lake. But Little also knew him in a different role, as the "ace" of theft prevention for Sears in Midtown, a job he did with a sense of humor. She recalled him occasionally wearing wigs so even his co-workers didn't recognize him.
"He would see somebody shoplifting, and then he would go to the front door, and when they were starting to leave he would hold the door open for them," Little said. Once outside, he made the stop.
At Fort Richardson National Cemetery, motorcycles filled the parking lot surrounding an overflowing shelter. A JBER honor guard fired volleys in a final salute and taps was played on a trumpet. Inside, the U.S. flag was folded and presented to Becker's son, Fred Becker V.
Christa Foli, who had known Becker for 20 years, said it would be an emotional show of respect for a man it seemed everyone knew, and a tribute to his dedication to others.
"He wants to make sure nobody gets forgotten," Foli said. "I've heard him say that a hundred times."
Published in The Alaska Dispatch News, 06/25/2016:
Frederick "Bulldog" Becker IV left planet earth on June 11, 2016, and is now in heaven with his beautiful bride Elizabeth.
Bulldog will take his last Harley-Davidson motorcycle ride to be laid to rest with Betty on June 24, 2016, at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery, with a motorcycle escort entering the base at the Fort Richardson gate at 3 p.m. To ride to the gate, meet at the Whaler on Muldoon Road at 2 p.m. with kickstands up at 2:30 p.m.
A celebration of life will be held starting at 5 p.m. at the American Legion Post 28: 7001 Brayton Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507.
Bulldog was born on May 28, 1943, in Saint Petersburg, Va.
He met his bride at the Renal movie theater during June of '59. They soon exchanged steady rings and were married on Jan. 12, 1963. They left Philly for Dover, Del., where Bulldog joined the United States Air Force.
Bulldog transitioned to civilian work and life in 1981, when he retired from the military as a Master Sargent, and continued to work at Sears and Roebuck, where he retired as the Alaska Regional Asset Protection Manager. Bulldog was an iconic figure in the motorcycle community. Bulldog was, and will forever be, a member of the Combat Veteran's Association, chapter 43-1.
After leaving the service, Bulldog spent the rest of his life championing the cause of the POW/MIA, and ensuring returning Veterans were treated with respect and dignity. He served on many boards and committees and was very effective at each. Bulldog and Betty created a family that has a bond that can never be broken, they leave behind an extended family that now reaches close to 30.
Everyone that had the opportunity to "Rubbed Shoulders" with Frederick "Bulldog" Becker IV, Bulldogs last words to each of us would be to: BSafe.
Published in The Anchorage Dispatch News, 06/25/2016:
Becker, who died on June 11 at age 73, was an Air Force veteran who served in Vietnam. In the decades since he retired from the military, Becker became well known in Anchorage and on JBER as an advocate for veterans and active-duty military men and women. His obituary says he was particularly committed to POW/MIA causes and to dignified treatment for returning combat veterans.
Becker was also an active and popular member of Anchorage motorcycle groups and a Harley-Davidson enthusiast.
On Friday, more than 400 airmen lined the roadways as Becker's ashes were driven from the JBER gate to Fort Richardson National Cemetery, a salute several airmen said was very rare and a tribute to someone who always looked out for them.
Chuck "Redlight" Russell knew Becker in both military and motorcycle circles. When Russell became a commander of the Army's 17th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Becker showed up for the change of command ceremony. When Becker supported a cause, he supported it all-out, Russell said.
Before bikers lined up at the Fort Richardson gate for the procession to the cemetery, longtime friend Helen Little remembered Becker as being instrumental in the creation of the Alaska Veterans Memorial at Byers Lake. But Little also knew him in a different role, as the "ace" of theft prevention for Sears in Midtown, a job he did with a sense of humor. She recalled him occasionally wearing wigs so even his co-workers didn't recognize him.
"He would see somebody shoplifting, and then he would go to the front door, and when they were starting to leave he would hold the door open for them," Little said. Once outside, he made the stop.
At Fort Richardson National Cemetery, motorcycles filled the parking lot surrounding an overflowing shelter. A JBER honor guard fired volleys in a final salute and taps was played on a trumpet. Inside, the U.S. flag was folded and presented to Becker's son, Fred Becker V.
Christa Foli, who had known Becker for 20 years, said it would be an emotional show of respect for a man it seemed everyone knew, and a tribute to his dedication to others.
"He wants to make sure nobody gets forgotten," Foli said. "I've heard him say that a hundred times."
Frederick "Bulldog" Becker IV left planet earth on June 11, 2016, and is now in heaven with his beautiful bride Elizabeth.
Bulldog will take his last Harley-Davidson motorcycle ride to be laid to rest with Betty on June 24, 2016, at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery, with a motorcycle escort entering the base at the Fort Richardson gate at 3 p.m. To ride to the gate, meet at the Whaler on Muldoon Road at 2 p.m. with kickstands up at 2:30 p.m.
A celebration of life will be held starting at 5 p.m. at the American Legion Post 28: 7001 Brayton Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507.
Bulldog was born on May 28, 1943, in Saint Petersburg, Va.
He met his bride at the Renal movie theater during June of '59. They soon exchanged steady rings and were married on Jan. 12, 1963. They left Philly for Dover, Del., where Bulldog joined the United States Air Force.
Bulldog transitioned to civilian work and life in 1981, when he retired from the military as a Master Sargent, and continued to work at Sears and Roebuck, where he retired as the Alaska Regional Asset Protection Manager. Bulldog was an iconic figure in the motorcycle community. Bulldog was, and will forever be, a member of the Combat Veteran's Association, chapter 43-1.
After leaving the service, Bulldog spent the rest of his life championing the cause of the POW/MIA, and ensuring returning Veterans were treated with respect and dignity. He served on many boards and committees and was very effective at each. Bulldog and Betty created a family that has a bond that can never be broken, they leave behind an extended family that now reaches close to 30.
Everyone that had the opportunity to "Rubbed Shoulders" with Frederick "Bulldog" Becker IV, Bulldogs last words to each of us would be to: BSafe.
Published in The Anchorage Dispatch News, 06/25/2016:
Becker, who died on June 11 at age 73, was an Air Force veteran who served in Vietnam. In the decades since he retired from the military, Becker became well known in Anchorage and on JBER as an advocate for veterans and active-duty military men and women. His obituary says he was particularly committed to POW/MIA causes and to dignified treatment for returning combat veterans.
Becker was also an active and popular member of Anchorage motorcycle groups and a Harley-Davidson enthusiast.
On Friday, more than 400 airmen lined the roadways as Becker's ashes were driven from the JBER gate to Fort Richardson National Cemetery, a salute several airmen said was very rare and a tribute to someone who always looked out for them.
Chuck "Redlight" Russell knew Becker in both military and motorcycle circles. When Russell became a commander of the Army's 17th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Becker showed up for the change of command ceremony. When Becker supported a cause, he supported it all-out, Russell said.
Before bikers lined up at the Fort Richardson gate for the procession to the cemetery, longtime friend Helen Little remembered Becker as being instrumental in the creation of the Alaska Veterans Memorial at Byers Lake. But Little also knew him in a different role, as the "ace" of theft prevention for Sears in Midtown, a job he did with a sense of humor. She recalled him occasionally wearing wigs so even his co-workers didn't recognize him.
"He would see somebody shoplifting, and then he would go to the front door, and when they were starting to leave he would hold the door open for them," Little said. Once outside, he made the stop.
At Fort Richardson National Cemetery, motorcycles filled the parking lot surrounding an overflowing shelter. A JBER honor guard fired volleys in a final salute and taps was played on a trumpet. Inside, the U.S. flag was folded and presented to Becker's son, Fred Becker V.
Christa Foli, who had known Becker for 20 years, said it would be an emotional show of respect for a man it seemed everyone knew, and a tribute to his dedication to others.
"He wants to make sure nobody gets forgotten," Foli said. "I've heard him say that a hundred times."
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