Becker, Richard G. Nov. 2, 2012 Age 71. Dear father of Rick, Bob (Jennifer) and Amy Vann (Gerry). Loving grandfather of Morgan and Abigail Vann, Joshua, Michelle, Grace, William, Lillian, and Jackson Becker. Dear brother of Bryan (Colleen). Inspired by Motown, Richard owned and operated PAC 3 Recording Company, dedicating his life to the recording arts since 1965 until his death. He loved spending time at his retreat in Houghton Lake and enjoying the simple things in life. He was a dedicated grandfather spending his free time with his precious grandchildren. Memorials to University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center, Mesothelioma Research, 1500 East Medical Center Drive; Ann Arbor, MI 48109. Funeral 12 Noon Tues. with visitation beginning at 11 am from the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation Sun. 5-9 pm and Mon. 1-9 pm. www.howepeterson.com