David Rife
Fowlerville, MI
His Legacy… David “Bud” Rife, 83, passed away September 28, 2026. He was born on December 8, 1942, in Highland Park, Michigan, to David and Avadell (Campbell) Rife. Bud married the love of his life, Carol Franklin, on June 18, 1966, and they were happily married for 60 years. He will be remembered as a strong man with a quiet confidence about him. On most mornings, you could find Bud at the Olden Days Café at the Round Table, where he went for a hearty breakfast and to spend time with his friends.
Bud had many passions, including hunting at his family's cabin, going on fishing trips with his friends, and playing just about every sport he could. He also enjoyed rooting for his favorite football teams, the Detroit Lions and the Michigan State Spartans. One of his greatest prides was his '98 Ford F-250, which he put well over 300,000 loving miles on. Above all, he loved and cherished his family.
His Family… Bud will be missed by his wife, Carol; his children, David (Crystal) Rife, Diane (Jim) Clark, Sarah (Daryl) Guy, and Susan (Rick) Brigantz; his brothers, George Rife and Mike Rife; his grandchildren, David Rife, Derek Rife, Dakota Kemp, Keegan Rife, Taylor Rife, Shelley Szuran, Kayla Loll, Matt Clark, Kyra Liparoto, Kathryn Guy, Logan Guy, Evangeline Brigantz, Vera Brigantz, Eva Brigantz, and Carter Brigantz; 13 great-grandchildren, with more on the way; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, David and Avadell Rife; his siblings, Skip Rife, Jack Rife, and Denise Steele; and his grandson, Rick Carter Brigantz II.
His Farewell… Bud's family and friends will announce a Celebration of Life in the coming weeks. Please check back for updates. Please leave a message of comfort for Bud's family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign his guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.
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