BECKER, Philip John III – age 69, of Davison, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 3, 2011, at Suncrest Lapeer County Medical Care Facility, surrounded by his adoring family. A Funeral Service will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 7, 2011 at United Methodist Church, 207 East 3rd Street, Davison, Rev. Debbie Line officiating. A luncheon will follow, and burial in Sunset Hills Cemetery. Visitation will be 12-5 & 6-8 p.m. at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 E. Davison Rd., Davison, on Sunday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Church Street Station, P. O. Box 780, New York, NY 10008-0780. Philip was born in Flint, Michigan, on March 1, 1942, son of the late Philip Jr. and Eileen (Scannell) Becker. He married Dian L. Caryl on July 24, 1965. Philip was a member of the United Methodist Church in Davison. Graduating from Flint Central High School in 1960, he followed in his father’s footsteps pursuing a career in retail. He purchased his father’s Ben Franklin store in Davison in 1972, which he owned until its close in 1996. Phil was exceptionally proud of being the Scout Master at Richfield School for mentally challenged young men. In 1986, he was Davison’s first to receive the “Good Scout” award from the Boy Scouts of America. He was known throughout for his involvement in the Davison community. Philip was a member of the Davison Kiwanis for 46 years, acting as president on multiple occasions. The Philip J. Becker Junior Award was established in his honor. He received the Legion of Honor as a Kiwanian, and he was the recipient of the prestigious George F. Hixson award. He was a Jaycee and once served as Michigan’s Vice President, as well as Davison’s past President. Phil served as a City Council member in Davison. He was Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, as well as the president multiple times. He served on Davison’s Fire Authority and the Planning Commission. Phil acted as the president of Hill Elementary PTO. The Secretary of State building in downtown Davison is named in his honor. Philip is survived by his wife of 45 years, Dian. He will forever be remembered by his beloved children Julie Becker, Matthew (Keturah) Becker, Susan (Stephen) VerBurg, all of Davison; his devoted younger siblings Charles (Terry) Becker of Melbourne, FL, Kathleen Becker of Flint, and Candace Wagner of Ponte Vedra, FL; treasured grandchildren Mallory, Leah, and Philip Stock, Madison, Kamryn and Samuel Becker, and Connor, Scarlett, Lincoln, and Cash VerBurg; mother-in-law Marion Caryl of Lapeer; brother-in-law Danny Caryl of Davison; many nieces and nephews, along with countless other friends and family whom were blessed to know him. Philip was preceded in death by his parents, Philip Jr. and Eileen Becker of Flint. Philip loved playing cards, reading the newspaper, watching the news, vacationing on Drummond Island, his dog Rosie, being with family, laughing, and having fun with friends. He was a sports enthusiast, always rooting for the underdog. He touched the lives of many people with his personality, generosity, and contagious smile. He maintained his trademark sense of humor throughout his life. The family would like to thank the staff at Suncrest for their genuine, thoughtful care. They send a special thank you to Dr. Richard Trosch for his expertise and guidance.