Alice Becker-Vandegrift New Tampa, Florida Obituary

Alice Becker-Vandegrift

VANDEGRIFT, Alice Esther Moyer-Becker, 85, of Tampa, passed away peacefully Friday, December 11, 2015, surrounded by family, friends and neighbors. She was born in Cincinnati and raised in Milford, OH. Having attended Miami University, she was a lifelong member of Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority and Eastern Star. Alice made homes in Mount Healthy, Cuyahoga Falls and Stow, OH, Dallas, TX, Mill Creek, WA and Tampa, FL. Alice was an active member of the local, state and national chapters of the League of Women’s Voters, as well as sitting on the Planning Commissions of Cuyahoga Falls and Stow. She worked at Alltel, helping to create billing systems for the divestiture of today’s phone systems. She is preceded in death by her father, Alvin M. Moyer; her mother, Esther Drake Moyer; her brother, Alvin D. Moyer; her husband, Richard T. Becker; son-in-law, Matthew J. Neidert; and grandson, Evan Neidert. She is survived by her husband, Ralph “Tom” Van Degrift; her sons, Richard D. Becker (Diane) and Rick Warren; her daughter, Sandra Becker-Neidert; stepson, Russell J. VanDegrift (Carri Lang); grandchildren, Grant Cohoe, Kristen Neidert, Brittany Neidert, Ian Neidert, Victoria Warren, Emily VanDegrift, and Alyssa VanDegrift. Alice loved her family, friends, neighbors, Elves and Baby Elves, and considered everyone she met a special person in her life. She was the driving force behind a family made up not only of blood, but also love. She and her family are grateful for the love and support of Jennifer, Pat, PT Headen, Alex and Maria Rivera. They would also like to thank the staff of Manorcare of Corrollwood for their special care they showed Alice and her family. Alice was the life of the party, no matter which generation she was partying with; therefore, she gets two! A Celebration of Life will take place at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, January 22, 2016 at Pebble Creek Country Club. Interment and Celebration of Life Part 2 will take place in Akron, Ohio at a later date. Words of comfort may be expressed for Alice's family by clicking on "Share a Memory".
January 9, 1930 - December 11, 201501/09/193012/11/2015
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Craig & Stacey Brooks
January 22, 2016
Alice and Tom,

I write today out of my heart for a woman and dear friend and great wife that went to meet her Lord. As far as Alice goes… she was cut from that same cloth that so many of her generation were as well. Though that didn’t mean everyone was like this… I ... Continue Reading
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Kathy Hull
January 4, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your loss and send warm wishes of comfort to Tom and the family. I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Tom and Alice on a cruise several years ago. We were table mates and, as we got to know each other, realized we were both from Milford Ohio -... Continue Reading
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Doreen Sturgill
December 24, 2015
Alice was a mother of 2 wonderful people, yet many felt comfortable calling her Mom and it was an honor for us to do so! She had a wit and a laugh that was contagious ! She was a great listener and a comforting person! She was an angel here on earth and I miss her ! God... Continue Reading
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Becky Newgent
December 18, 2015
While I have so many "favorite" memories of mom, the one that stands out is from one of the Elf Parties back in the late 80s or early 90s. I remember we were all at her home in Stow and she had made the most delicious spread of food (especially the ham). The whole grou... Continue Reading
Celebration Candle was posted for Alice Becker-Vandegrift.
Celebration Candle was posted for Alice Becker-Vandegrift.
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Elizabeth Kraus
December 18, 2015
Such a lovely lady! She will be missed! There are so many great memories with Alice in the Kingshyre neighborhood. Just the mention of the Super Bowl, always brings Alice and her parties to mind. Everytime I saw her, she always had a smile on her face and a warm gree... Continue Reading
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Globe Vocabulary
December 18, 2015
Deepest sympathy, Rick and Dianne. Know that you and yours are in our thoughts and prayers. Paulette & Bob
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Patti Duncan
December 16, 2015
Rick and Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. It's true "Mom" Becker knew how to throw a party and make everyone feel welcome. She was a joy and will be missed.
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Rick Becker
December 16, 2015
Common Theme of these pictures: Food, Parties and Smiles. Mom Alice brought them to all she met.
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Katherine White (Skafec)
December 14, 2015
My sympathy , Alice was a great neighbor and friend to my parents . growing up in stow as neighbors was wonderful . Sandy Rick I am so sorry for your loss , she will be forever in your heart . I remember making Ice cream with your Mom the old fashion way . She was an abs... Continue Reading
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C. Morrison
December 14, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort and support you during this time. He hears your prayers and the prayers of others. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4
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