Patrick Burris Obituary
Patrick Lee Burris, 65, born April 3, 1960, Passed away on December 11, 2025. Mr. Burris was raised in Rockwood, MI. He had a long career as a painter, with a notable task of painting the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit, MI.
Preceding Mr. Burris in death are his mother, Barbara (Bell) Burris; his father, Donn Burris and brother-in-law, Dennis Guinn.
He is survived by his partner, Ann Wambach; brother’s, John Burris and William (Judy) Burris; his sister, Sheryl (Dennis) Guinn; niece’s, Christy (Jawaun) Valentine, Kelly Burris, Melissa (Anthony) Stanley, Gracie Searle; nephew’s, Bryan Searle, JaiDe (Teilei) Searle, Dustin Searle, Charles (Amy) Wreede as well as many great nieces, great nephews, other loving family and friends.
In keeping with Patrick’s wishes there will be no services. Memorial contributions to honor his life may be made as the donor chooses.
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