BECHER, Valerie Joy (née Milnes)
Passed away peacefully at home, aged 85 years.
Loving wife of Kenneth.
Loving mother of Shane, Tammy and Jodie and their families.
Stepmother to Rodney, Karen and thier families.
Adoring grandmother of Shane Jr, Stephanie, Aimee, Kathleen and their families. and her great grandchildren.
Forever in our hearts.
Funeral NoticeThe Funeral Service to Celebrate the Life of Mrs. Valerie Becher will be held at St. Andrew's Uniting Church, 32 Ridgeway, Mirboo North, on TUESDAY (September 8th, 2026) commencing at 1:00pm.
At the conclusion of the Service, The Funeral will proceed to the Mirboo North Cemetery for the Burial Service.
This Service will also be livestreamed.
To view the Service, please CLICK HERE
Thinking of you Ken
August 24, 2026
Lots of love
Robbo and PetalDearly loved friend of Frances, Aaron, Christopher and Katie. We will miss you Val. Deepest condolences to Ken xx
August 25, 2026Sending our condolences to Ken and family.
Thinking of you at this time, we’re here to help and for a chat.
August 25, 2026Mum, what a life you lived and what wonderful memories you have left behind. You certainly knew how to enjoy yourself — from Elvis and dancing to moped rides, cruises and, of course, your birthday Grasshoppers.
There was only ever one Val, and you certainly did life your way. I’m grateful for the memories we made and especially for the relationship we shared in your later years.
My love and deepest condolences also go to Ken, who has lost his wife and companion.
You will be missed, Mum. Rest peacefully and save me a Grasshopper. 💚
August 25, 2026Val, you were my ever supportive friend and a truly, lovely lady. I will never forget your kindness and wonderful sense of humour. I will treasure the memories we shared, your love of Chinese takeaways, garlic prawns and the grasshopper cocktails we made. Thank you for the beautiful card I received last week, it means so much to me. You will be sadly missed, but never forgotten. ❤️
August 25, 2026Ken and family, we have known Val for many years through dances at Dumbalk. She loved a laugh and was always good fun. We were lucky enough to take you both to Yarram for
August 26, 2026
John Foats birthday recently and Val had a very enjoyable time. We will miss her coming to Sunday dances.So sorry to hear condolences
August 26, 2026I have so many fond memories of growing up with Val as our cherished and loved neighbour and friend.
You will be very missed.Sending condolences to Ken and the family.
Love Katie, Locki, Riley and Pippa.
August 26, 2026Thinking of you at this times ken thankyou val for the best time and memories you was the best and kind and nice lost of love jan canobie
August 27, 2026Sending condolences to Ken & family, she will be sadly missed
Ann& Andy Plowman
August 27, 2026So sorry to hear of Val’s passing, our thoughts are with you Ken and also the her family x
August 29, 2026My condolences to Ken and all Val’s family. A beautiful person with a kind and loving heart who will be missed by many.
August 29, 2026
Val, I am very grateful I had the opportunity to see you in February and I will cherish that final hug and the ‘love you’. It didn’t matter how many years had passed you still treated me like family and that didn’t go unnoticed or unappreciated. Thanks for the cherished memories. God be with you til we meet again xoWe’ve known each other for years good times had over that period condolences to all families
August 29, 2026Condolences to Ken and Family .We have fond memories of Mardan and Dumbalk dances unfortunately we will not be able to attend service as we will be away.Deepest sympathies. Alan and Julie Coulter
August 30, 2026Condolences to Val’s family. She was a beautiful neighbour and friend when living in Halliday Court. Always took the time to say hello and check in with us.
August 30, 2026
Rest in peace Val.
Lina and Paula CalafioreSincere condolences to Ken and family on the passing of Val. Many fond memories of dancing days. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. Robert and Gerry
September 1, 2026Hi, Ken so very sorry to hear that Val has passed. Thinking of you and your family at this time.
September 4, 2026
Love Rob and Christina EdwardsSo sorry to hear of your loss Ken.
September 5, 2026
Our most sincere condolences to yourself ,Rodney and Karen as well as their families.
Chris and Susan Mulholland.I will always you remember you winning 1st prize at our Melbourne Cup function
September 5, 2026
You deserved it
You made the most wonderful scones
You will be missed for the caring person you were to everyone
Not one word could say what you meant or how much you will be missed
Thinking of you Ken & Benji
Here for you both either a late night chat or a culpa
Each time I have driven pass you have had visitors
Take care
RIP Val, until we meet again 😢 AmenOur heartfelt sympathy to Ken and family on the passing of Val
September 8, 2026
Our deepest condolences
Kim, Nicole and Mark