Amsterdam-Ilion
Deborah Smith Becker, 75 of Amsterdam passed away on Thursday August 10, 2023, at St. Mary's Hospital in Amsterdam.
Debbie was born on May 18, 1948, in Ilion, she was the daughter of, the late, Floyd and Helen (Murphy) Smith.
She was a graduate of Ilion Schools and retired from SOFCO in Amsterdam.
Debbie was married to Randy Becker.
Debbie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Family was extremely important to her. Debbie loved to gather with friends and family.
She loved to laugh and had great sense of humor. Debbie touched many hearts and will be greatly missed by so many.
She is survived by her husband Randy; her children Stephen and his wife Della Smith of Herkimer; Deanna Smith and her partner Eric Richards of Amsterdam; Ryan and his wife Apryl Smith of Clarksville, NY, and Donald Smith of Amsterdam.
Her brother and sister-in-law Robert and Mary Pat Smith of Ogunquit ME; she also leaves 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Debbie is predeceased by her daughter Deborah and siblings Joanne, Patricia, Barbara, Nicholas, and James.
A memorial service for Debbie will be held on Saturday August 19, 2023, at 10am at the Whiter-Hendrix Funeral Home 100 Otsego St. in Ilion.
Fr. Paul Catena will officiate, interment will follow in the St. Agnes Cemetery.
Friends and family may call from 9am until the time of the funeral.