Birth date: Jun 29, 1937 Death date: Apr 28, 2023
Martha Jean Leihgeber Becker, 85, of Memphis TN passed away April 28, 2023. Marti was born June 29,1937 to the late Lorin D. and Katherine E. Leihgeber in Youngstown, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her sister Katherine L. Leih Read Obituary
Marti was the first person to greet me when I first visited Evergreen, not long after I had moved to Memphis. She made me feel warm and welcomed, showing true hospitality and kindness. Ever after she always sought me out with a friendly "hello" and a kind word. I felt supported and heard when I was around her. What a special person she was! I am so sorry to miss her memorial service due to being out of town. Blessings on that day! She will live on wherever anyone serves the church.
Marti was my sponsor for membership into the Evergreen Presbyterian Church family many years ago. She was my church choir buddy and my loving and faithful friend for many years. Much love to MJ and Brian.
I knew Marti for many years with Sweet Adelines and she was a dedicated member ,and a really sweet person.
Marti's sweet spirit is so very missed in Evergreen. The choir isn't quite the same without her voice. She was always thoughtful, whether it was giving me a bunch of gift-wrapping material (it's like she knew I collected that kind of stuff) or her purchasing my younger brother (whom she'd never even met) an Advent calendar. I'll always think of her when I pick up my choir book or see flowers placed in the church to celebrate a baby's birth or to mark someone's passing. In life and beyond, Marti, you are loved. -Latifa
I remember Marti fondly for her lively personality and good humor. She was a great asset to State College Presbyterian Church and Krislund, and I always enjoyed her company. Love to you MJ. Tracy
