Birth date: Feb 13, 1935 Death date: Apr 9, 2020
With love in our hearts we share the passing of our much-loved father, grandfather, brother and adoring husband Clifford “Gary” Becraft at the age of 85 on April 9,2020. Gary courageously battled cancer and compassionately caring Read Obituary
Sympathy to Nancy & family from Julie (Traeger) Julian, husband Brendan, and daughter Alice in Richmond, Virginia.
Found this beautiful picture this morning and wanted to share. Irene and Gary, you always seemed to be smiling and finding the joy in life💜
I don't really know where to begin... I just finished watching the beautiful video of the celebration of Uncle Gary. He always had a story to tell and always made us laugh. He was kind and fair. He loved us all and the most important thing in life was his family 💕 you will be missed, but know your legacy lives on in your loving family 💜 Lisa
It is with tears of joy, appreciation, smiles, giggles, & gratitude that I reflect back on so many memories of Mr. Gary Becraft.
The first time I saw a pair of shiny wingtip shoes as they were worn by a very confident, soft spoken, handsome man that came to my house to speak with my father about a business venture where they would become co-owners of a Piper Cub Airplane & that friendship introduced the Becraft & the Hoyt families. That airplane not only introduced Mr Becraft to me, it also brought together 3 best childhood friends; Leslie, Patty, & I, as our fathers shared flying & boating together in upstate NY. This lead to many adventures over more than 40 years together sharing weekends of laughter as we sailed, learned to ski & drive, tried new foods, shared stories, jokes, pranks, games , & many car trips together. I looked forward to the fun adventures with the Becrafts & the stories Mr Becraft would share, as well as their incredible smiles & laughter. I remember one sad visit home in particular when my cherished dog was ill & dying and Mr Becraft handmade a special wooden casket for me be able to burry my dog in. I also remember him sweeping me off my feet as he whirled me a cross the dance floor at my wedding, and catching him
in their pantry with sacred Becraft kitchen secrets to go untold. I also remember a plaque in that kitchen documenting a winning of words too. I am so very grateful for his presence in my life and the love of a very special family that is the Becrafts. May he Rest In Peace & continue to dance in our hearts.
Irene, Steve, Kim, Leslie and Family,
We are broken hearted at Gary's passing and send our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies for your loss. Our family has truly been enriched in knowing Gary and all of you and in seeing how he loved life through the way in which he shared his life in all of you. We are blessed to have enjoyed so many wonderful times together in OBX, the camp, parties and outings big and small. Gary always shared a kind word, a sensational story or two, his quick wit, that hearty laugh that makes you laugh in turn and of course, a good joke that builds slowly to a grand punchline. Above all, Gary was good and decent man and a friend we will deeply miss. While this can only be a very, very difficult time, we hope you are comforted by many fond memories of Gary and held in the Blessings of the Lord.
Rick, Susan, Patrick and Michael Jennejahn
One more great memory!
Irene & family,
Deepest sympathy to you all We want you to know that you are in our thought & prayers. It's been years since we have been together . I did talk to Gary a few times when I moved back to Baldwinsville from D.C. trying to get a Becraft reunionbut ti it never happened so sorry.RIP Gary, Bonnie Becraft Toney,Karen Becraft Lawyer, & Mary Lu Becraft Niedzweicki. Clinton 's daughters
I worked for E&B Equipment out of the Buffalo office and had the privilege of personally known and working alongside of Gary on a couple of projects and invited to his home. He truly was an exceptional person to know. Merle E. Burger
it was with great sadness that i read about Gary; he always had a joke or story to spice things up. Please accept our condolences and may God bless you all with the strength to get through these difficult times and find peace. With sympathy and in prayer
