Derek Rice Obituary

Derek L. Rice Carver Derek L. Rice, of Carver, formerly of Abington. It is with great sadness that the family of Derek L. Rice announces his unexpected passing on Monday, Dec. 3, 2007, at 37 years of age. Derek was a carpenter by trade and work-ed for Boston Carpenter's Union, Local No. 33. He loved the outdoors, particularly when he was hunting, fishing and riding his Harley. He had a passion for rock music and enjoyed playing the drums. Derek cherished most, the time he spent with his adored daughter, Haley. Derek was the beloved son of Mary (McSharry) Rice of Abington and Richard "Red" Rice of Hanson; devoted father of Haley E. Rice of Abington; loving brother of Elizabeth Rice of Quincy and Gary Rice of Pembroke. He was the grandson of Mary B. McSharry of Rockland and the late Thomas F. McSharry. Derek is lovingly remembered by his companion, Katie Mahon of Carver, and her daughter, Taylor. He will also be missed by Haley's mother, Gina Palmieri of Abington; as well as his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephew, cousins and friends. Funeral from the Leighton-MacKinnon Funeral Home, 4 West Washington St. (at Rte.58), Hanson, on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph the Worker Church (Rtes. 58 and 14), Hanson. Calling hours on Friday from 4-8 p.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Interment will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Pembroke. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Haley E. Rice Benefit Account, c/o Rockland Trust Co., 288 Union St., Rockland, MA 02370. For directions or to send an online condolence, go to www.leightonmackinnon.com.

Published by The Enterprise on Dec. 5, 2007.
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Derek will be missed but never forgotten.Ride Long Hard and Free.
REST IN PEACE
Big Sal

Vic Salminen

December 10, 2007

My deepest sympathy to all. Derek will always be in our hearts...memories of Laconia...God Bless
Jeanne Whalen

Jeanne Whalen

December 10, 2007

Red, so sorry for your loss, our heart and thoughts are with you

Ken & Cathy Smith

December 10, 2007

Red and family,
Our thoughts are with you.

Larry & Dianna Trainer

December 8, 2007

Red I am so sorry for your loss. If we only knew when our time was up we would have so much more to say. This certainly wasn't in the plan, guess we never know. Have faith that you were a good father and he will be sadly missed. Love Corrine Conway

Corrine Conway

December 7, 2007

So sorry for your loss. He was a nice guy we will miss him. condolence to the family.

Hollis Family

Lynn Hollis

December 7, 2007

DEAR RED, HELEN AND FAMILY
IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF DERICK. PLEASE HOLD ONTO THE GOOD MEMORIES OF THAT CRAZY BOY!WE WILL ALL MISS HIS BIG SMILE.MAY GOD GIVE YOU ALL STRENGTH.
LOVE KATIE O'SULLIVAN

KATIE O'SULLIVAN

December 7, 2007

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED

CHERYL STRICKLAND

December 7, 2007

Red sorry for your loss.

Rob + Ed Hillboys

December 6, 2007

My deepest sympathies for your loss. I will always remeber the good times while living in Abington at my father's on Groveland Street. Ron Strickland

Ron Strickland

December 6, 2007

Red, Liz, and Family;
My deepest sympathy to all. May God bless you and comfort you in this time of need.

Rachel Walinjom (Plapis)

December 6, 2007

Red, Mary, Gary, Liz & FAMILY -

My heart goes out to you all in this sad and difficult time.
May your memories of Derik bring you comfort. My deepest sympathy and prayers to the entire family in your time of grief.

Heather Plapis

December 5, 2007

So very sorry for the loss of Derek. May he rest in eternal peace.

Dan and Brenda Stetson

December 5, 2007

red please except our sympathy for the loss of your son.

joanne and ronny frederick

December 5, 2007

rocco falcone

December 5, 2007

Red,Liz,Gary,and Mom,My heart goes out to you all.Derek was a great guy. He will be missed!

Peggy Montagano

December 5, 2007

DEREK BRODEUR

December 5, 2007

my deepest sorrow to mary and red and all family members..........

rosemary oteri

December 5, 2007

Tina M Spano

December 5, 2007

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