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Brian Becker Obituary

Brian J. Becker Portland Brian J. Becker, age 46, passed away October 9, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born November 21, 1962 in Lansing, MI, son of William and Patricia (Black) Becker. Brian was a machinist for Rocket Sports Racing and a former employee for Demmer Corp. He loved riding his Harley; enjoyed family time, Silver Lake and camping. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Kay Becker and stepsons, Robert Lon (Jodie) Smith of Crosby, TX and Jason Tellis Kibbey of Charlotte; 2 grandchildren, Parker and Hanna Smith, father, Bill (Sue) Becker of Grand Ledge and mother, Pat (Pete) Lund of Sheridan; very special grandma Black; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dick (Jan) Dunlap of Casper, WY and Delores (Al) Ewing of Crosby, TX; 2 brothers, Brad (Cher) of Vermontville and Brent of Sheridan; brother-in-law, Rick (Cheryl) Dunlap of Vermontville; special goddaughter Kaylee Becker, and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his brothers-in-law, Mike and Jim Dunlaps. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, October 14, 2009 - 2:00 p.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home in Grand Ledge, with Chaplin Don Sleeman officiating. The family will begin to receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until services time. For those desiring, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Brian Becker. Online condolences may be made at www.petersandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Oct. 11, 2009.

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Catherine Stapleton

October 19, 2009

Brian and his brothers, Brad and Brent were a very important part of my life as a child. My sister, Alison, and I spent a lot of time with them when we would visit our grandparents. We shared a lot of great times growing up, always looking forward to seeing our cousins.
May God bring family and friends peace as we grieve the loss of Brian.
God bless.

Joey Bozzo

October 14, 2009

Dear Kay and family,

I am so very sorry for your loss, Brian will be missed very much.

I first met Brian in 1987 at the airport plant and we were both on second shift together. Any chance brian could get he would play a joke on me. From tricking me into eating one of daves hot peppers, to putting die bluing on the inside of my safty glasses so when i put them on they got all over my nose and brian would lauph his tail off. I could go on and on.
Brian was the smartest machinist demmer will ever have, i learned alot from brian along with murphy and sparks. He took me under his wing where nobody else thought i could make it. well 23 years later i think i made it only because brian always set me strait when ever i messed up. he would scold me first then show me the right way to do it.
I'm a little chocked up right now and i feel like crying so i'll end this.

God bless you, and may the lord look after brian on his way to heaven.

Justin Judge

October 12, 2009

I worked under Brian as a first year Machinist Apprentice at Demmer Corporation and later as a fellow coworker in the CAD/CAM department learning a great deal from him in both aspects. What an outstanding individual, friend and co-worker. There wasn’t a problem he couldn’t solve or a question he couldn’t answer. He could always take the edge off a difficult situation, personal or work related – He just had a way with people that I wish I possessed, always a smile and an elegant statement/joke for you……. Brian will be greatly missed by many - I just wish we could have seen more of each other. Isn’t that what we all say when someone passes? Our time here is short for sure and this is just another reminder….. See ya Big Buddy, it’s been an absolute pleasure knowing you and calling you my friend.
My family’s prayers are with you and yours Kay.
Much love
Justin Judge

Laura Racine

October 12, 2009

Kay & Family~
My heart aches for you and I am saddened to hear of Brians transition, no words can express or lessen the pain you feel. For in that short time getting to know Brian and you was a pleasure, Brians sense of humor, his courage and his love for his family and vis-versa was evident. Thank you for letting me be a part of Brians care during such a personal and difficult time.

October 12, 2009

I worked with Brian at Demmers, he always had an answer for everything and had alot of knowledge. I am so sorry for your loss, he will be greatly missed. Greg & Mary Sattazahn of Lansing

Neal Marrison

October 11, 2009

I worked with Brian about twenty-five years ago at Demmer. He was one of the brightest people I've ever known and was willing to share his knowledge and help at anytime. He also turned me on to Palmer sandwiches at the Airport. Sorry to see his passing.

Pam (Murphy) Foley

October 11, 2009

Brian was an awesome and funny man. He would always know when we were making dinner and showed up just in time and was welcomed with open arms. He would do anything for you when asked without blinking an eye. He will be dearly missed by all and my very deepest sympathy to his family and all his loved ones.

Margaret Ewing-Hamilton

October 11, 2009

Dear Kay, Tina and I were sorry to hear of your loss. Hope all goes well for you. Just remember it will get better. It will just take awhile.

Don & Jane Reed

October 11, 2009

We were friends with Brian years ago and remember him as a sweet, kind person. We're so sorry to hear of his passing. Don & Jane Reed

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