Judith Frances Becker, 83, passed away Oct. 22, 2026, at Aster Estates, Great Bend, Kan. She was born on March 19, 1943, in Larned, Kan., to John B. and Evelyn (Gore) Weisensee. Judith married Larry Wayne Becker, Sr.; their union was blessed with one son.

A resident of Great Bend since July 2024 coming from Rehoboth Beach, Del., Judith worked as a chemist at E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company in Wilmington, Del., starting in CRD at the Experimental Station then moving to the Elastomer Lab working in the analytical group. From 1978 until her retirement in 1997, she specialized in adhesives, with emphasis on the footwear industry. Following her retirement, she took her love of shoes and turned that into a salesperson opportunity. Prior to her career, she earned a master’s degree in chemistry from the University of Kansas. Judith enjoyed feeding the squirrels, walking on the boardwalk and managing the family farm. She was dedicated to her philanthropic causes, including volunteering with the Harry K Foundation, and caring for others.

Survivors include nieces, Tina Stacey and husband Mike of Great Bend, Amber Gilliland and husband Jason of Nevada, Mo., and Kandrice Williams and husband Duane of Kansas City, Mo.; nephew, Todd Weisensee of Wichita; many great nieces and nephews; and companion, Stan Killian of Beaumont, Texas. She is preceded in death by her son, Larry Wayne Becker, Jr.; parents; and brothers, Charles Weisensee and Bruce Weisensee.

Per Judith’s wishes, cremation has taken place and private inurnment will take place at a later time. Memorials have been designated to the Appalachian Indians, Wounded Warriors, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net.

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Bryant Funeral Home

1425 Patton Rd.

Great Bend, KS 67530

Great Bend (Kan.) Tribune, Oct. 27, 2026