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Michael Becker Obituary

Michael Allan Becker Died in a car accident on July 3rd. He had just recently celebrated his 50th birthday. Mike, born to parents Paul and Bettye Becker and brother to Leslee, grew up in Marinwood. He attended Mary E. Silveira Elementary School where he developed lifelong friendships. Mike loved sports! He played youth soccer, Little League baseball, high school football, golf, and was a passionate Oakland Raiders fan. Mike attended Terra Linda High School (1985) and Chico State University where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management and was a member of the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. Mike married Laurice Antoun in 1996 and soon after, moved to Reno, Nevada to pursue his dream of starting his own construction company, Becker General Contractors. Mike built his custom dream home in Reno which was featured in Reno Magazine. BGC donated their services to many organizations in Reno, including building a home for a deserving family on Extreme Home Makeover. He loved boating on Lake Tahoe and Lake Almanor but nothing made him happier than spending time with his three beautiful daughters, Lauren, Nicole and Elise. Mike is survived by his parents Paul (Jan) and Bettye, sister Leslee (Marc) Loeber, daughters Lauren, Nicole and Elise Becker and their mother Laurice, niece and nephew Lindsey and Ryan Loeber, and adopted sister Victoria Barbera. A celebration of Mike's life will be held Thursday, July 13th from 4-6pm at McInnis Park Golf Course.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal from Jul. 8 to Jul. 10, 2017.

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Karen Bergstrom

July 4, 2024

7 years ago bun and I still miss you everyday... I treasure our last walk under the fireworks and your laugh when the sprinklers went off. I will never forget what you said to me when you called later. Unimaginable that was to be our last embrace and conversation after a lifetime of conversations and love. You will always be a first and most important love of my life and you knew it. See you next time...
Karen

MARY A HOBBS

July 5, 2022

It is hard to believe it has been 5 years. We miss you everyday. The little lady has grown up. You would be proud. I hope your girls are happy and healthy which only the beginning of what you wanted for them. Hope all your family is good. Love to you all.

Tom (Knepper) Franceschi

June 8, 2019

Very sorry Paul and family for the loss of your son.

November 12, 2018

Love you .. always

Linda

January 6, 2018

6 months .. it seems like a lifetime.. tomorrow I will go to the headlands .. feeling you there is all I want. Love you forever.. love to your girls everyday .. my hope is they know the love for them you shared with me every day .. deep and abiding and without conditions.. you are missed Sir Michael.. every minute of every day ❤

I will always love you ❤

January 6, 2018

Mary

October 25, 2017

We miss you more everyday. Thus world is just not the same without you. I worry about your girls without the Daddy that loved them more than any words can say. I worried about all of your family. I hope you have gone on to your peace and happiness. Your are very missed and well loved.

August 5, 2017

We send our love and prayers to Bettye and family.
Al & Lavona Hobson
Valley Center,Ks

Yasaleah

July 31, 2017

No words will ever come close to describe the effect on this world without you in it! I know you are in peace now and for that, I find comfort! I've read our last words to each other at least 100 times since I've heard this tragic news and still can't grasp the fact, you are no longer on this earth. I've never met a father who loved his children as much as you - I know your beautiful girls will grow up and your spirit and love for life will continue through them. Rest in Peace Sweet Man - till we meet again!

Tony and Nadia Anton

July 12, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the Becker family, we are so sorry for your loss. We will all keep the good memories of dear Michael, May He Rest in Peace! Tony and Nadia Anton

Leah Thiel

July 10, 2017

Bettye, Leslee, Paul - The first and only time I ever met Michael was the day I went to visit my dear friend Bettye. As I was about to knock on the door I paused as I could hear Bettye singing Happy Birthday - it was Michaels first birthday. I waited to knock until she finished her sweet song to her dear son. I am so sorry for your loss.

Peter Ehlen

July 10, 2017

I'm stunned and saddened to hear of the passing of a good man. I lost touch with Mike after high school, but based on the outpouring of love here it sounds like he never changed. Kind and gentle, the type of guy who would hang out with anyone, dork or jock. I'm very sorry for his loss. I hope his daughters maintain his legacy of jovial kindness as well as his sense of humor.

RIP Mike.

Best smile EVER

Lyte Paulson

July 10, 2017

Gary & Jan Parfit

July 10, 2017

Bettye, Paul, Leslie, and family,

We are so saddened to learn of Mike's untimely passing. Our memories of him are as a kind, bright student and good friend of our son Matt at Mary Silveira. Seems that when we moved to Novato in 1978 we lost track of Mike and the family, but we never forgot you. Keeping you in our prayers for comfort and peace during this very difficult time.

Lyte Paulson

July 10, 2017

Mike,
Tears are flowing. You were the sweetest, kindest, most generous man! I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that you are gone!
I received your text Monday afternoon - I too miss your beautiful smile and warm hugs! I will always remember the wonderful man you were, the GREAT times we had together, and the beautiful soul you shared with the world...rest in peace my friend - Love you, Lyte.

Kristin Antonio

July 9, 2017

My sincerest condolences for the loss of your wonderful son. The last time I saw Mike was on a flight to Germany in the summer of 1992. He was between jobs, with a friend, ready to begin his European backpacking adventure. At my 1st day at a new school, Mike was the very first person who introduced themselves to me. I had moved from Texas, and Mike sat right behind me 1st period in Mr. Eisenberg's class, making me feel welcome and included in my new surroundings. May you also be comforted in the sharing of
warm memories as you come together to celebrate his beautiful life. May God bless you.

July 9, 2017

My sincerest condolences for the loss of your wonderful son. The last time I saw Mike was on a flight to Germany in the summer of 1992. He was between jobs, with a friend, ready to begin his European backpacking adventure. At my 1st day at a new school, Mike was the very first person who introduced themselves to me. I had moved from Texas, and Mike sat right behind me 1st period in Mr. Eisenberg's class, making me feel welcome and included in my new surroundings. May you also be comforted in the sharing of
warm memories as you come together to celebrate his beautiful life. May God bless you.

CHARLENE BURGI

July 9, 2017

Paul, Bettye and Leslee.

My most heartfelt condolences to you all. I just got word of this news today. Memories of yester-years of the boys smoke cigars in Mexico while the rest of us were green and wishing we were back in the US. Picnics, dinners out, oh so many memories to capture and hold onto the good times. Just know I am holding each one of you in my hearts right now. Love, Charlene

Mary Alice Colvin

July 8, 2017

Our hearts are with all of Mike's family and friends. What a dear, great guy. I was lucky to grow up with Mike and have the opportunity to know him. His legacy and strong spirit will live on through all he touched with his honest and genuine friendship.

James Hiser

July 8, 2017

So long, Mike. I hope you find peace. I will always remember you.

July 8, 2017

Dear Paul and Family,

I just read about the terrible news about the loss of your son, Michael. It won't be long before you see him again in the resurrection. He is safe in God's memory.

Love,

Laurel Kitchel (Wayne's daughter)

The Darman-Deen Family The Iribarne Family

July 8, 2017

May your light burn brightly in heaven, dear Mike...we will miss you and love you forever.

Jaricka Torres

July 8, 2017

We love you.

Mary Hobbs

July 8, 2017

Rest in peace sweet man. I hope you have gone to happiness and peace. Thank you the last year of memories, me and the little lady will always cherish our memories with you. Love you to infinity and back again.

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