Ricky "Rick" Lee Sanborn

ONSTED- Ricky Lee Sanborn, age 64, of Onsted, MI passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at home. He was born June 22, 1958 in Adrian, Michigan to Douglas W. and Patricia M. (Hall) Sanborn. Growing up on Peb-L-Brook Farm near Onsted allowed him to fulfill his love for country life. Rick was involved in 4-H completing many projects. He was chosen to attend the National 4-H Congress in Chicago in 1975, where he met Jean, a lifelong friend. He graduated from Onsted High School where he ran cross country and track. Rick also played basketball and baseball. He was a left-handed pitcher but could bat both ways. Rick attended Michigan State University and graduated with a major in political science and dairy science. After college, Rick returned to the farm where he managed the cows. He raised numerous cows and bulls that were award winners. He preferred the Guernsey breed, but had Holstein and Jersey, as well as Red and White Holsteins. Throughout the years, Rick showed at Lenawee, Jackson, Hillsdale, and Michigan State Fairs and became a dairy leader for the local 4-H club. He continued to be involved with sports, both at the YMCA and through church playing basketball and softball. Later Rick was a handyman, realtor, and worked with different electricians. Rick had a love for people, animals, and God. Rick is survived by his mother, Pat Sanborn; brothers Kurt (Michelle), Kyle (Sheila), and Nate; sisters Jill (Brian) Merriman and Victoria. Rick had special siblings Steve (Patti) Hood, Rob (Rachel) Hood, Patricia Hall, and Rorey Smith. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Rick was preceded in death by his father, Doug; niece, Zoolaka Pugh; and great niece, Amelia Brackmann. Funeral services will take place on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 12 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home with Pastor Tom McMichael officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2022 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and again one hour before the start of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses. For those unable to be present, a live streaming of the service will be accessible from Ricky’s tribute wall on www.WagleyFuneralHome.com, where a link to view the recording will be available for 90 days. Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com

Ricky "Rick" Lee Sanborn

June 22, 1958 - November 23, 2022