BECHER, Valerie Joy (née Milnes)

Born on March 6, 1941. Passed away August 21, 2026.

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 Notice
St Andrew's Uniting Church 32 Ridgeway , Mirboo NorthView Map

The 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

Tributes
  1. Thinking of you Ken
    Lots of love
    Robbo and Petal

    Beth Robinson August 24, 2026
  2. Dearly loved friend of Frances, Aaron, Christopher and Katie. We will miss you Val. Deepest condolences to Ken xx

    Frances Wilson August 25, 2026
  3. Sending our condolences to Ken and family.

    Thinking of you at this time, we’re here to help and for a chat.

    The Pharmacy Ladies August 25, 2026
  4. Mum, 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. 💚

    Tammy Lee August 25, 2026
  5. Val, 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. ❤️

    Lesley Hughes August 25, 2026
  6. Ken 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
    John Foats birthday recently and Val had a very enjoyable time. We will miss her coming to Sunday dances.

    Faye and Rob Bland August 26, 2026
  7. So sorry to hear condolences

    Carole Johnson August 26, 2026
  8. I 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.

    Katie Nyhuis August 26, 2026
  9. Thinking 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

    Jan canobie August 27, 2026
  10. Sending condolences to Ken & family, she will be sadly missed

    Ann& Andy Plowman

    Ann Plowman August 27, 2026
  11. So sorry to hear of Val’s passing, our thoughts are with you Ken and also the her family x

    Julie and David Grant August 29, 2026
  12. My condolences to Ken and all Val’s family. A beautiful person with a kind and loving heart who will be missed by many.
    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 xo

    Esther August 29, 2026
  13. We’ve known each other for years good times had over that period condolences to all families

    Anne and jim lye August 29, 2026
  14. Condolences 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

    Alan and Julie Coulter August 30, 2026
  15. Condolences 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.
    Rest in peace Val.
    Lina and Paula Calafiore

    Paula Calafiore August 30, 2026
  16. Sincere 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

    Robert Bruce and Gerry Shellcot September 1, 2026
  17. Hi, Ken so very sorry to hear that Val has passed. Thinking of you and your family at this time.
    Love Rob and Christina Edwards

    Robert Edwards September 4, 2026
  18. So sorry to hear of your loss Ken.
    Our most sincere condolences to yourself ,Rodney and Karen as well as their families.
    Chris and Susan Mulholland.

    Susan Mulholland September 5, 2026
  19. I will always you remember you winning 1st prize at our Melbourne Cup function
    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 😢 Amen

    Kathleen Murray September 5, 2026
  20. Our heartfelt sympathy to Ken and family on the passing of Val
    Our deepest condolences
    Kim, Nicole and Mark

    Kim Beattie September 8, 2026