Our sincerest condolences to the Becker Family on the loss of Phil. He will always be remembered as a kind and gentle person and as a good neighbor back in the earlier days. We usually only saw him at the Teister picnic and always enjoyed talking to him. He will be missed by all.

To Rick and the entire Becker family and everyone from Saint Gregory the great parish the sun will come up tomorrow and we will always make it because we’re good God bless you and your family I’ve been praying for all of you Unfortunately I could not be with you today I’ll see you soon                 mark Gundersen 

My sympathy to all the Beckers, but especially to Emily and Sarah, at this difficult time.  Phil was several years younger than me, and I didn't know him that well....other than to know he was a Becker!  The Becker Family will always have a special place in the heart of the Manning Family.  I don't know if you remember your kindness when you opened your home to us when we were experiencing a similar loss.  We haven't forgotten.  Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Cele Manning

My deepest condolences to Emily, Sarah and the entire Becker family. May your fond and wonderful memories of Phil bring you peace during this most difficult time. Loving thoughts and prayers to you all. 

Our deepest condolences to Phil's family and friends.

Sandy Grundy Valesh

Kevin Grundy


Being best friends with Phil's sister Ginny I've known Phil when he was just a toddler. I had the pleasure of watching him grow into the sweetest, kindest, most gentle, loving guy. He became best friends with my brother Ed. Our Teister family lived down the alley. So many fun memories of Phil, and later in years he alone could make Ginny and I laugh, but when with Phil & Ed together the laughter became doubled into excruciatingly and hysterically super funny joyful laughter. Lifelong friends with too many awesome memories to mention.  Like a brother to me Phil was. His wife Emily and daughter Sarah were his light, life and blissful joy. Phil will always live in my heart forever. Prayers and love to the Becker family.  From the other Ginny. 
 Love always, 
Ginny Teister Morton 

Dear Emily, Sarah, and the entire Becker family. Words alone cannot express how I am feeling about the devastating sudden loss of Phil. He was my closest friend, best man, and teammate in all of our adventures since probably age 5. I am priviledged to have known him and called him my best friend in his way too short time here on earth. It was great to have had one last camping trip Labor Day weekend with him, Emily and Sarah together laughing and doing what he loved to do. Emily mentioned to me the day after he passed that "On Eagles Wings" was his favorite funeral song and the very next day as I was driving on the highway I noticed a large bird flying overhead. When I got under it I saw it was a huge beautiful bald eagle. (I hadn't seen one in years). I knew at that moment that he was with me and soaring above and free from pain at last. This was no coincidence. Rest in peace my dear friend and faithful servant of the Lord and thank you for being such a good friend. Ed

I was deeply sorry to hear of Phil’s passing, I have immense sympathy for those he left behind.
I have many fond childhood memories, spending time at the Becker’s home on Paulina and Gregory.  Phil was one year behind me in school at St. Greg’s and Rick was one year ahead of me so we used to hang out at family gatherings and play in and around their home in the 60’s and early 70’s together.   I remember hanging out at the their house and playing with Hot Wheels, listening to 45’s on the old portable record player, seeing who could pogo stick around the entire block without stopping, playing softball in the alley, basketball at Hartman’s garage and in the summer sometimes playing with fire crackers and fireworks,  we were always careful to not get caught.   One time we tried to concoct our own gun powder in the basement, I’m not sure what we, as 8 to 10-year old’s told the pharmacist to acquire salt peter.   We went to several Cubs games together in the 1960’s with my Mom and Aunt Dorothy bringing us along, most likely on a Friday for Ladies day, we would sip our pops through the partially opened cellophane to let just the right amount out with each sip.  I remember sneaking into Joe’s room, which at that time was on the upstairs back of the house and reading through his Mad magazines that he had under his bed.  I remember playing outside with Phil and Rick while Uncle Art used to burn leaves in the fall season out in front on Paulina and a few piles down Gregory.   Great memories from a simpler time.   Rest in Peace Phil.  


Heaven has gained an Angel. We first met Phil at an awards ceremony/banquet for Sarah and our daughter, Victoria when they were high school. When they start bringing out the food, one of the servers offers Phil a plate of meatballs. He asked "what are they?" She replied, "Meatballs." He asked again. She responded again but a littler louder, "Meatballs!" By now we can't contain our laughter.  But Phil, needed to ask more time, "what are they?" At the top of her lungs she responded, "MEATBALLS!" We nearly fell off our chairs! The server put the plate down and walked away. He started to eat a meatball and said "this is a meatball." And for that, he will always be remembered as "Meatball" to us.  We hope he's enjoying meatballs in heaven! Rest in Peace Phil.

Dear Becker Family,
We’re sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship. Please accept our deepest condolences and may Phil’s memory be eternal.
Dave and Marina Burman

The world has lost another great guy.  My thoughts and prayers are with Emily and Sarah and the whole Becker family.  

With deepest sympathy and hugs for all....

Prayers and peace to the Becker family and all at Saint Gregory's.  Totally  hit  me with this sad news. So sorry.  Up to Heaven for Philip.  May he rest in peace with all the angels !


To The Becker Family, Our Sincere Sympathy And Our Prayers Are With You At This Most Difficult Time. May Your Memories Bring You Comfort.  The Laughlin Family

Phil sorry 😐 sorry to the Becker and St Gregory family .  I haven’t seen or spoken with Phil. In years.    We went to high school and graduate together, my memories was the basketball games.  The bus rides and just Socializing before and after the games.    After high school we ran into each other every once in awhile and just talk about Life and sports . Good guy.   RIH 

I enjoyed playing golf with Phil and daughter, Sarah at the St. Gregory, "Sister Barbara says God wants you to Golf" annual event. Always fun to hang out with the big Becker clan.  

Emily,Sarah and the whole Becker Family, our sincere condolences on Phil's passing. We have great memories of Phil from the old neighborhood and at many forest preserve picnics. He was a GOOD MAN and we were proud to call him our friend. All of you will be remembered in our prayers. God Bless all of you. Tom and Debby Giese

Dear Emily, Sarah and Becker Family.

My sincerest condolences to all!

My greatest  respect for Phil was his absolute adoration for his loving family.

There was never a time when we spoke that he did not gleam with joy and pride when speaking of his loving Sarah and Emily.

Our lives are most definitely richer for having Phil as a friend.

A wise man wrote, " The riches that we seek are waiting on the other side!"

Bask in your glory, Phil! Enjoy the rewards of Heaven...well earned my dear friend!

Dear Emily and Sarah, my prayers of comfort and strength at the most difficult time.

May Phil's fond love sustain you now and until you are reunited once again in eternal peace.




To The Entire Becker Family-
My sincere condolences to you upon the death of Phillip.  He was always a very friendly and nice person.  I remember when your Mom was pregnant with him!  Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.   May the thought of Phillip having a great time in heaven bring you comfort.

Sincerely,

Jeanette (Giese) Schneider

To the Becker Family,

I was so sorry to hear about Phil's sudden passing. My parents and I send our sincere condolences and prayers to all of you.

Phil was such a sweet guy and a good friend to all in my family.  I'm picturing him now with his brother Joe and  my brother  Dave--scoring some runs  on that great softball field in Heaven--no doubt sharing a few cold beers. Rest in peace, Philip. You will be remembered fondly by all your St Gregory friends.  

I had the jet-skis on Lake Michigan by Duck Lake. Phil asked me if he could try one. I said sure. He got on and asked  how to  drive it. He sat on it and smiled like a little kid getting  on his first bike. Despite the warnings about his back, Phil plowed ahead, never losing the smile..Great guy and fun to be around.

Last time I saw Phil was a year ago at the Teister picnic.   We greeted with a hug, talked and laughed.  It was so good to see him.  Sweet, funny and kind are words that come to mind when i think about Philip.  I will always remember the head of curly hair he had when he was younger!!  You will be missed by many, Philip.    


One of my favorite memories is when Phil broke out in song around the campfire at Ergang and afterwards Brandon Garrity said “$75 camping equipment, $100 for food, Phil Becker singing the blues, priceless’!”  What a tribute to a great guy!

OBITUARY

Philip J. Becker

April 12, 1960 – September 14, 2020

Drake & Son Funeral Home

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