Husband Ralph Earl Becraft [1183]
Born: 3 Sep 1928 - Rush, Indiana, United States 1
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Died: 19 Jan 2021 - Greenfield, Hancock Co, IN
Buried: - Calvary Cemetery, Rushville, Rush Co, IN
FamilySearch ID: GS1S-JC2
Find A Grave ID: 221468094
Father: Harley Becraft [1181] (1893-1950)
Mother: Dorothy Isabella McCorkhill [1182] (1904-1938) 2
Marriage: 2 Apr 1949 - Rush, Indiana, United States 3
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• He appeared on the Federal census in 1930 in Spiceland, Henry Co, IN. Ralph E. Becraft age 1 listed with father Harley Becraft age 38 listed as head of household mother Dortha Becraft age 26 and siblings Cecil E. age 8; Mary T. age 7; Imogene age 5; and Leslie L age 3.
• He appeared on the Federal census in 1940 in Glenwood, Rush Co, IN. Name: • His obituary was published on 22 Jan 2021 in Greenfield, Hancock Co, IN. Ralph E. Becraft Events
• Her obituary was published in the Shelbyville News on 16 Dec 2015. Donna J. Becraft Marriage Events
• Marriage: 2 Apr 1949, Rush, Indiana, United States. Groom:
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By Staff Reports -
1/22/21 7:00 PM
Ralph E. Becraft
Ralph E. Becraft
GREENFIELD, IN
Ralph Earl "Bill" Becraft, age 92, a lifetime resident of Rushville until 2018 when he moved to Greenfield with family, passed away peacefully Jan. 19, 2021.
Ralph was born in Rush County a son of the late Harley and Dorothy (McConkle) Becraft. He married Donna Jean Denton April 2, 1949 and she preceded him in death Dec. 15, 2015. Ralph was a gentle quiet and sweet man that enjoyed his family and friends. He loved square dancing, golfing, fishing, gardening, bowling, woodworking and being outdoors piddling around his yard.
He retired from Ford Motor Co. in Connersville in 1987 after 39 years of service. Once retired, he worked for the Rush County Schools as a custodian for a few years. Following the love of his life's lead, he joined the Catholic faith and became a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus 769. He enjoyed working on committees with friends and especially helping with the annual fall festival.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Jim Becraft (companion Heather) of Seattle, WA; Kathy Williams of Muncie, IN; John (Kim) Becraft of Indianapolis, IN; Joanna (Walt) Brown of Greenfield, IN; Chris (Lisa) Becraft of St Louis, MO.
His grandchildren are Josh (Macy) Bussberg, Hannah (Jordan) Kohne, Tara (Daniel) Burcham, Zach Becraft, Alex Becraft, Jerome Becraft, Jason (Penny) Becraft, Jacenta McPherson, Tiffany Williams, Danny Becraft, Dylan Becraft, Morgan Becraft and Conner (Joey) VomBey. He is also survived by 13 great grandchildren with #14 on the way! Four great great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews who will also miss him.
Waiting for him in Heaven are his beloved wife Donna, daughter, Jean Marie Bussberg (1981), son, William C. Becraft (2005), 2 infant sons, his parents, three sisters and four brothers.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10AM Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Rushville with Rev. James Brockmeier, Celebrant. Burial will follow at Rushville Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call 3 to 7 PM Monday at Todd Funeral Centre & Crematory. All are welcome for the rosary at 6:30 PM.
Memorial donations may be made to any of the funds at St. Mary Catholic Church 512 N. Perkins St. Rushville, IN 46173 or the Indiana Lions Eye Bank 4745 Haven Point Blvd, Nora, IN 46280. Please light a candle and share a memory or condolence with the family online at www.ToddFuneralHome.com.
Wife Donna Jean Denton [1184]
Born: 9 Feb 1929 - Rush, Indiana, United States
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Died: 15 Dec 2015
Buried: 19 Dec 2015 - Rushville Calvary Cemetery, Rushville, , IN 4
FamilySearch ID: GQBC-H1Z
Find A Grave ID: 156096054
Posted: Wednesday, December 16, 2015 4:15 pm
Donna Jean Becraft, 85, of Rushville, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015.
Donna was born Feb. 9, 1930, in Rush County, to the late Charles and Freda (Ryckman) Denton. A 1948 graduate of Rushville High, she married Ralph E. Becraft on April 2, 1949, he survives.
Donna worked for the law office of Badell-Wilson.
Donna was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, serving as a lay minister and an organizer of The St. Vincent DePaul Society.
In addition to her husband, left to cherish her memory are her children, James of Seattle, Washington, John (Sandra) of Shelbyville, Christopher (Lisa) of Dallas, Texas, Kathy Williams of Muncie and Joanna (Mrs. Walter) Brown of Greenfield; sister, Gloria Bunch; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her son, William Becraft; daughter, Jean Bussburg; two infant children, and one sister.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, 2015, at Todd Funeral Centre & Crematory, 805 N. Main St., Rushville, with a rosary service at 4 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, 2015, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 512 N. Perkins St., Rushville, IN 46173. The Rev. Jeremy Gries will officiate.
Burial will follow at Rushville's Calvary Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church or the church's St. Vincent DePaul Society; or AIDS United, 1424 K Street, NW, Suite 200, Washington D.C. 20005.
Online condolences may be shared at www.toddfuneralhome.com.
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1 M James Alan Becraft [1185] (details suppressed for this person)
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Spouse: Darlene [1778] (living)
Spouse: Linda Lee Nelson [1186] (living)
Spouse: Rachel Alana-Joy Hall [6154] (living)
2 M William Earl Becraft [1244]
Born: 14 Nov 1952 - Rushville, Rush, Indiana, United States 5
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Died: 14 Oct 2005 - Indianapolis, Marion, Indiana, United States 5
Buried: 18 Oct 2005 - Calvary Cemetery, Rushville, Rush Co, IN 4
Find A Grave ID: 108521570
3 F Kathy Ellen Becraft [1245]
Born: 21 Jan 1954
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Died: 17 Mar 2023
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Spouse: Williams [8409] (living)
4 M John Joseph Becraft [1246]
Born: 18 Apr 1957 - Rushville, Rush, Indiana, United States 2
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Spouse: Carol Lushell [1783] (living)
Spouse: Sandra Olveta Moore [1784] (living)
5 F Jean Marie Becraft [1247]
Born: 2 Dec 1959
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Died: 4 Jul 1981
Buried: - Calvary Cemetery, Rushville, Rush Co, IN 4
Spouse: Jerry Bussberg [1787] (living)
6 F Joanna Becraft [1248]
Born: 5 Nov 1963
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Spouse: Walter Brown [1789] (living)
7 M Christopher Andrew Becraft [1249]
Born: 28 Nov 1964
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Spouse: Nikki [1791] (living)