Mary J. Becker, age 76, of Venice, Florida, passed away on September 16, 2007. She was born on February 2, 1931 in Brooklyn, New York and moved to Venice from there. She was a Medical Transcriptionist at Venice Regional Medical Center and member of Epiphany Cathedral. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Don; daughter, Mary Becker of Venice; son, James Becker of Brooklyn, New York and a sister, Margaret Smith of Venice. She also leaves behind five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 18, 2007 from 5:00-7:00PM with a service to follow at Farley Funeral Home in Venice. Farley Funeral Home in Venice, Florida is handling the arrangements.