AMERICAN FORK — Frank J. Becker, 93, died April 7, 2011. Becker was born to Frank T. and Louise Becker in Two Rivers, Wisc., on May 1, 1917. He was a father, scoutmaster, coach, mentor, guidance counselor, friend and companion. He welcomed newcomers to the church on Sunday. He was an avid skier, bowler, square dancer and world traveler. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for more than 60 years, serving as Escalante Council Grand Knight and holding every other position in the council. He was State Deputy for Utah as well as many other positions at the state level. He was the Fourth Degree Master. He continued to be active in Nevada when he moved there. He was the historian for the Knights. He compiled and published the history of the Knights of Columbus in Utah and chronicled the contributions of the Catholic missionaries to the culture of early Utah through their travels and settlements in Utah. He was the scoutmaster for the Saint Francis Parish-sponsored Troop 702. After more than 25 years with the scouts he was honored with the Order of The Arrow and The Silver Beaver. In 2009 Frank received the President’s Volunteer Service Award for his "Commitment to strengthening our Nation through volunteer service" because of his many years of service with the Knights of Columbus. Becker was involved in the planning and construction of Saint Francis School in Provo. The first graduating class was in 1960. In 1988, he and Elma retired to the Henderson area to enjoy the climate and live closer to their daughter. He is survived by his four children: Rita Krutz of Henderson, Nev., Tom (Diane) of Biloxi, Miss., Frank of Paso Robles, Calif., and Mike (Sue) of Renton, Wash.; 14 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; numerous nieces and nephews; and his 92-year-old baby sister. A Memorial Mass was celebrated at Saint Peter Catholic Church in American Fork. Interment was in Palm Mortuary in Henderson.
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