Jerry "Rick" Marsich

Jerry “Rick” Marsich, age 80, of Flint, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2026. A Funeral Mass will take place at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 16, 2026 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 1227 E. Bristol Road, Burton with Fr. Seamus Kettner celebrating. The family will receive visitors at the church from 12:00 PM until the time of service on Friday. Arrangements entrusted to Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may direct memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Association .

Rick was born on October 11, 1945 in Seattle, Washington, the son of the late Frank and Ivadell (Skaugh) Marsich. He graduated from Ainsworth High School, class of 1963. Rick and Jennifer McCallister were united in marriage on March 12, 1966 in Flint. He started working for General Motors V-8 Engine in 1966 and continued for 36 years until his retirement in 2002 from Buick. Rick was a softball coach for several years for Ainsworth High School. He enjoyed bowling and golfing, and was an active member with the Knights of Columbus Durand Council #7955.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Jennifer Marsich; daughters, Veronica and Andrea Marsich; “special grandchildren,” Collin Murphy, Easton and Clare Yerian; and sisters, Frankie (Pat) Ryan and Sherri (Joe) Eddy.

In addition to his parents, Rick was preceded in death by his son, Matthew; and sister, Janice Ellithorp. Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com