Gerald M. Becher, 80, of Kiel died unexpectedly on Saturday morning February 7, 2026 at his home. He was born on September 6, 1945 son of Willie and Alfrieda (Ninmer) Becher. Gerry was raised on the family dairy farm in the Town of Schleswig. He graduated with the Kiel High School class of 1963.

On October 24, 1970 he was united in marriage to Marcy Binversie at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, School Hill. Gerry farmed his entire life in the Town of Schleswig. Even though he was retired, he remained active helping his son Terry on the farm. In his free time he enjoyed bowling and hunting. He continued to look forward to his card club gatherings.

Survivors include his wife; Marcy, son; Terry (Lorie) Becher, grandchildren; Andrew "AJ" Becher, Ashley (Tyler) Barber, sister; MaryAnn Richter, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; Cindy (David) Debilzen, Karen Salm (Brian Mehevic), Mike (Vicki) Koenig along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law; Victor Richter, sister-in-law; Carol Koenig, father-in-law and mother-in-law; Sal and Grace Binversie.

Funeral Services for Gerry will be held at 11:00am on Friday February 13, 2026 at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt-DeTroye Funeral Home (815 6th St. Kiel) Pastor Nicole Herda will officiate. Burial will follow in the Eaton Cemetery. A time of visitation will take place at the funeral home on Friday from 9:30am until 11:00am.

Gerry's family would like to thank the Kiel Ambulance Service and the Manitowoc County Sheriffs office for their help and compassion.