Henry “Hank” Backer, 87 of Ferdinand passed away Wednesday May 24th at his home. He was born May 3, 1930 in Ferdinand to Dr. Henry G. & Frances (McLaughlin) Backer. Hank earned a Master’s Degree at Indiana State University and was a retired math teacher at Cannelton High School. He was a Korean War Army Veteran serving in the 116th Combat Engineering Branch. He was a member of Christ the King Parish, St. Ferdinand. He was a member of Ferdinand American Legion Post 124 and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Hank enjoyed reading, hunting, playing cards, and playing tennis. He was preceded in death by a sister, Susan Hasenour and four brothers, Dave, Pat, John & Larry Backer. Survivors include three sisters, Sr. Phyllis Backer, MMS of Philadelphia, PA. Mary Jo Uebelhor of Jasper, and Margaret “Margie” Backer of Ferdinand; two sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Backer of Jasper and Selma Backer of St. Meinrad; three brothers, Dr. George “Pete” ( Dr. Barbara) Backer of LaPorte, In., Dr. Thomas (Pamela) Backer of Erlanger, Ky. and Dr. Joseph (Lucia) Backer of McLean, Va. Also surviving are nieces & nephews. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday May 30th in Saint Ferdinand Catholic Church, burial to follow in the church cemetery. Military graveside rites will be provided by Ferdinand Legion Post 124. Friends may call after 8:00 AM Tuesday at the church. Becher Funeral Home, Ferdinand is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.becherfuneralhome.com.
Henry “Hank” Backer, 87 of Ferdinand passed away Wednesday May 24th at his home. He was born May 3, 1930 in Ferdinand to Dr. Henry G. & Frances (McLaughlin) Backer. Hank earned a Master’s Degree at Indiana State University... View Obituary & Service Information