Derrick William Fries Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Derrick William Fries of Marquette, Michigan, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Derrick left this world on January 31, 2026 at the age of 54, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Derrick had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Derrick may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He is survived by: his parents, George Fries of Marquette and Gail Urbiha of Marquette; his children, Cameron Fries (Faith Liberty) of Marquette, Courtney Fries (Connor Madsen) of Marquette, Connor Fries (Lauren Rowland) of Marquette and Caleb Fries of Marquette; his grandson Carson Fries; and his sisters, Lori Fries of Marquette and Carrie Fries of Marquette.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Bay Cliff Health Camp, NTN Trail Network, or the Beacon House.
