Age 81
Beloved husband of Marilynn (Stob) for 56 years.
Dear father of Randy (Paula), Michael and the late Karen Jo (Regan) Hill.
Grandfather of Christi, Jenni, Kelsey, Brett and Christopher.
Great Grandfather of five.
Proceeded in death by his brother Joseph.
Upon his retirement from Michigan Bell/AT&T after 35 years, he loved playing his baby grand piano, with ragtime being his favorite. Mr. Rice was an active church member and one of the founding members of Faith Community Presbyterian Church in Novi. He enjoyed spending winters on Madiera Beach, Florida with family and friends.
Visitation at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi (248) 348-1800, Friday from 5-8pm and Saturday 1-6pm. Funeral Service Sunday 2pm at Faith Community Presbyterian Church, 44400 West Ten Mile Rd., Novi
Donations in Mr. Rice's name can be made to Charity of your Choice or American Lung Association of Michiganwww.lungusa.org/associations/states/michigan