LACONIA - Michael Robert Andriski, age 38, of Laconia, died suddenly while working in San Diego, California on September 15, 2016. He was born in Claremont, NH on November 26, 1977 the son of Michael J. and Deborah A. (Ouellette) Andriski.
Michael graduated from Laconia High School in 1996. He played Varsity football, basketball and he represented Laconia in the annual Shriner’s game in 1996. He was referenced by USA Today as one of the best defensive linebackers of his time. He attended Plymouth State University and Hartwick College in New York.
Michael and Tracy were married on May 10th 2003. They had a wonderful marriage together. They loved each other very much. Michael was such a caring husband, he would have done anything for his family. Michael was an amazing person, with a kind heart. People would want to be around him because he made you see the best in yourself. He was an incredible father to his two children that loved him very much. He was an exceptional son and brother and will always be remembered for his wonderful smile and his thoughtfulness towards his friends and family. Michael was an avid animal lover, especially his dogs, Rottweiler (Harley) and his bulldogs (Bruski, Chopper, Tank, Augie). His generosity spread far and he would have given the shirt off his back to anyone he knew. Michael, you will be missed and you will be forever in our hearts. Thank you for giving us part of you while you could. We know you will watch over us all from heaven. We love you Michael!!
Michael had been employed for the past 17 years by Tri-State Painting/Advanced Marine Preservation.
Michael is survived by his wife, Tracy (Seiler) Andriski, his daughter, Cali and his son, Brody, his parents, Michael and Deb Andriski, his brothers Christopher Andriski and his wife Mara of New Market, and Jon Andriski of Laconia, his nieces; Riley, Bree, Lily and nephews Trevor, Josh, Bryce and Stone, his mother and father in law, Arlene & Ron Lavoie, father in law Nick Seiler and his wife Mary , sisters in laws Lisa Ricker and her husband Rich, Lindsay Seiler-Coolidge and her husband Rob and a brother in law James Seiler and his wife Amy, his paternal grandmother, Irene Stearns of Claremont and maternal grandmother, Anne Morrison of Laconia. Aunts and Uncles include Brenda Andriski of Hooksett, Bobby Andriski and Bonnie Andriski of Claremont, Dennis & Gale Ouellette of Belmont, Denise & Jim Novak of Laconia, Darlene & Gary Bolduc of Belmont, Dan & Amanda Ouellette of Laconia, Dianne Ouellette & Raymond Poulin of Laconia, Doreen & Steve Burrows of Campton, Dave & Tammy Ouellette and Don & Terri Ouellette of Laconia, numerous cousins, friends and co-workers who all enjoyed being a part of Michael’s life.
He was predeceased by his grandfathers; Michael Andriski of Claremont in 1976 and Robert J. Ouellette of Laconia in 2004.
Calling hours will be held from 3PM to 5PM on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, using the Carriage House entrance.
A funeral service will immediately follow the calling hours at 5PM, also at the funeral home. In memory of Michael, we invite everyone to wear their favorite sports attire to the service.
Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory for his children at www.youcaring.com/tracy-andriski-651469 or sent to The Andriski Memorial Fund C/O Northway Bank, 400 S Main St, Laconia, NH 03246.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.