With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Patrick Gene Spriks of Escanaba, MI.
The following words honor a life that mattered to many.
Family is the thread that runs through every story.
Rapid River, MI
Patrick G. Spriks, age 68 of Rapid River passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Christian Park Healthcare Center in Escanaba.
Patrick was born on April 25, 1958 in Escanaba, the son of Eldren "Shine" Spriks and Rose "Bea" (Lauren) Spriks.
Patrick lived life to the fullest. He was an avid outdoorsmen and loved visiting with friends and family telling stories around a camp fire.
He was a proud United States Army Veteran and motorcycles were a huge part of his life. Whether it was building choppers or riding them. He was a long time member of the A Heads motorcycle group. Patrick will be loved and missed by many.
Patrick is survived by:
Siblings: Tom (Linda) Spriks, Judy (Paul) Sidbeck, James (Kathren) Spriks, Linda Micheau and Michael (Tanya) Spriks
Children: Jessica Spriks, Angela Spriks and Benjamin Spriks
9 Grandchildren
3 Great Grandchildren
And numerous Nieces and Nephews.
Patrick is preceded in death by brother, Richard Spriks, parents, Eldren "Shine" and Rose "Bea" and brother-in-law, William Micheau
Family will receive friends on Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 1:00 until 2:00 PM at the Rapid River Congregational Church. Military honors will follow at 2:00 PM and Pastor Bill Rafuse will officiate a memorial service. A luncheon will follow in the fellowship hall. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Spriks family. To offer an online message of sympathy please visit www.skradskifuneralhomes.com
