Michael Ray Rike

Michael Ray Rike, age 68, of Greenville, Ohio and formerly of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana.  Born on April 28, 1953 in Dayton, OH, son of the late, Donald Lowell & Phyllis Jean (Hennemyre) Rike.  He had worked as a Fireman and EMT for Lewisburg Fire & Rescue.  He retired from Parker Hannifan after many years.  Michael worked at Autozone in Eaton, OH for several years.  Member of the NHRA.  Michael loved to ride Harley Davidson motorcycles and drag racing. 
 
Preceded by his wife, Tammy Lynn Rike in 2018; son, Aaron M. Rike in 2003.

Survived by children, Justin D. (Ashley) Rike and Leah R. Rike and their mother, Linda Rike; sister, Pat (Bill) Barnett; Grandchildren, Rhianna, Kamya, Mikylah, Eamonie, Jillian, Addison and Adam; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 P.M., Friday, October 8, 2021 at Barnes Funeral Home, 220 East Main Street, Eaton, Ohio.  Family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M at the funeral home.  In Lieu of Flowers please donate to the funeral home to help with the funeral costs via www.barnesfuneralhome.com