Richard R. Becker Jr., 82, of Northampton, died Oct. 9, 2026, at the hospice center of Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown. He was the husband of Carol J. (Biery) Becker for 57 years.

Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Richard R. Sr., and Helen (Messner) Becker.

After graduating from high school, he continued his education at Kutztown University, where he earned his master’s degree in education.

He dedicated 30 years to teaching fifth grade in the Northampton Area School District, while also working part time as a tire mechanic at Sears Auto Center. He worked at Miller Supply ACE Hardware in Northampton after retirement, where he operated the STIHL repair workshop for more than 20 years. He also owned and operated Becker’s Custom Sawing, using his craftsmanship and skill to create custom pieces for clients throughout the Lehigh Valley.

He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Cherryville.

He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of Manoquesy Lodge 413.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Jean Anderson and husband Bill of Northampton; a son, Chris of Northampton; a brother, John and wife Debra of Northampton; and two grandchildren, Reece and Rorie Anderson.

He was predeceased by a daughter-in-law, Tiffany.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Contributions may be made to Tunnels to Towers or Shriners Children’s Hospital, c/o the funeral home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, 18067.

Arrangements were made by Schisler Funeral Home Inc.