Beatrice D. Ecker, 80, of North Branch, died Thursday September 6, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family by her side. She was born September 15, 1937 in Essexville to John and Helen (Piesko) Montle. Beatrice married Donald Ecker on January 14, 1956 and resided in Lapeer for most of her life.
She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer. Mrs. Ecker spent many hours volunteering at the local nursing home. She loved spending time with her family, friends and her beloved dog. Beatrice also loved crocheting, playing the organ and directing her grandchildren’s Christmas plays.
Mrs. Ecker is survived by her husband of 62 years: Donald Ecker, children: Raymond (Bernadette) Ecker of North Branch; Christine (Van) Childers of Lapeer; Wayne (Marilyn) Ecker of Louisville, KY, x5 grandchildren, x7 great-grandchildren, step-sisters: Bonnie (Clyde) Miller and Sherry (Bill) Nickerson. She was preceded in death by her grandson: Justin Ecker, sister: Janet Kranzo, step-brother: Ralph Flint, Jr., step-father: Ralph Flint as well as her parents.
Visitation will be 3:00-7:00pm Sunday at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, with a 6:00pm Scripture/Rosary prayer. Her funeral mass will be 11:00am Monday September 10, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Church. The family will receive friend the morning of the mass; from 10:00-10:45am at Muirs, then process to the church. Burial will follow at Mt. Loretto Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the U of M C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Condolences and memories may be left at www.MuirBrothersLapeer.com
Previous Events
Visitation
9
Sep
1021 S Lapeer Road
Lapeer, MI 48446
Rosary
9
Sep
1021 S Lapeer Road
Lapeer, MI 48446
Gathering/Visitation
10
Sep
1021 S Lapeer Road
Lapeer, MI 48446
Prior to processing to the church for mass.
Funeral Mass
10
Sep
814 West Nepessing St.
Lapeer, MI 48446
Cemetery Details
Location
Turrill Road
Lapeer, MI 48446
