I know he is making pars and birdies in heaven.  I remember him most from the Marquette golf outings.  He attended and was always full of energy with smiles to share.

Eileen Robarge

Beautiful ceremony. I especially loved the road trip to college story. Always to approachable and engaging in high school, Mike clearly carried that san warm on throughout his live and that’s also reflected in his family. 

One can hope to leave such a legacy of love and positivity. 

Rest in peace my friend. 

      Ecks Family,

I remember meeting Sammy (Samantha) through Alpha Delta Pi at USD. Eventually, we became roommates and I met the whole Ecks family. The entire family, especially Mr. (Mike) Ecks was very kind to me. I fondly remember when we first moved into our apartment and they all came down to get dinner together and invited me. I offered to pay for my meal or pay him back but Mr. (Mike) Ecks was very generous and paid for my meal and would not let me pay him back. I will always cherish this memory (among many) and his extended kindness towards me (as well as his entire family). We all laughed and bonded that night. That was very nice of them to include me since my family was six hours away in Arizona. They were always amazing and the last time I saw everyone was during the Baccalaureate mass at USD. I could see the love he had for his family, especially Mrs. (Susan) Ecks.  They were like my second family during my time at USD. This still feels surreal and I am so sorry again for your loss. 💙💙

    Siena & The Spilotro Family 

Mike's Legacy - A Guardian Angel's Love

I am sorry I can't be there today,

A little mishap, I must convey.

Tripping over rescue dogs in the rain,

A beat-up face, and a throbbing brain.

But I can picture Mike's smiling face,

Hear his laughter, his warm embrace.

For Mike, family meant the world,

His love for them, forever unfurled.

Susie, his wife, his rock, his muse,

Their love, a flame that would never lose.

Summer and Sammy, his daughters dear,

His guiding light, always near.

Mike loved his dogs, dirty paws and all,

His dedication was never small

The Padres, his team, Mike's game of choice,

Cheering with passion, a familiar voice.

When JDRF struck, a mission he embraced,

Fighting for a cure, with love encased.

His heart, so big, it overflowed,

Supporting others, a selfless ode.

Mike's friendship, a treasure, beyond compare,

Larger than life, always there to care.

He made time for us, no matter the demand,

A faithful companion, a helping hand.

Now, he's ascended, to heaven's door,

A guardian angel forevermore.

Watching over his girls with superpowers untold,

Guiding them through life, as days unfold.

Though he left us suddenly, way too soon,

Our disbelief, like an echoing tune.

Mike's presence, a legacy that will forever thrive,

In our hearts, his spirit will forever survive.

So, let's celebrate his life, with laughter and tears,

Reminiscing the moments, cherishing the years.

For Mike, our dear friend, a true guiding light,

His memory shines on, in our darkest night.

(With love from Mike's favorite Aussie mate)