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Michelle Rice Obituary

MICHELLE ANN RICE, 43 ROCKFORD - Michelle Ann Rice, 43, of Rockford passed away Sunday, January 19, 2014, in her parent's home. She was born June 19, 1970, in Aurora; the daughter of James and Denise Rice. Michelle worked for TASC in Rockford. Survivors include her daughter, Brittany Hess of South Beloit; granddaughter, Jaquelynn Reich; father, James (Jan) Rice of Rockford; mother, Denise Rice of Rockford; siblings, Joe (Aubrae) Rice of Machesney Park, Shannon (Shirley) Rice of Loves Park, Christopher Hornbach of Peoria, Kelly (Todd) Cleaveland of Roscoe and Mike (Heather) Belden of Rockton; paternal grandmother, Jean Perkins; maternal grandparents, Harriet and Joseph Korcek; nieces and nephews, Hallie, Nicholas and Lauren Rice, Leland Hornbach, Alex and Nicole Cleaveland, Amber, Amanda, Ashley and Mike Belden. Predeceased by her special great-grandmother, Inez Roberts and grandfather, Elmer Rice. Memorial service at noon Thursday, January 23, 2014, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home, 3910 N. Rockton Ave., with Rev. Randy Young officiating. Visitation from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, January 22 in the funeral home, 3910 N. Rockton Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials in honor of Brittany Hess and/or TASC. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Jan. 22 to Jan. 23, 2014.

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Jill Smith

January 16, 2021

I miss our times together, as well as that infectious smile and spirit

Marilyn Wood

January 25, 2014

Another earth bound angel took flight to stat her eternal life. You will be missed my friend and thought of often.

Peggy Hood

January 25, 2014

Michelle is my cousin we love her very much she will be missed. I'm sorry for your loss Jim and Jan and Dede. Love Peggy, Megan and Tim. We will miss her.

Sheryl Hedgley

January 24, 2014

Michelle is a great lady who the world will sorely miss.

Lynn Gossett

January 23, 2014

Michele was my cousin and my best friend and I miss her so much. I watched her grow from this adorable little baby to the smart, beautiful woman she became. She was always a joy to be around and I always admired her. Love you Michele, I know your at peace and happy up there with all your pups!

Steve Lipinski

January 23, 2014

I am so very sorry for your loss. Michelle was a part of my life for many years through our jobs. She was an inspiration and she always made me laugh. She was such a strong lady. Thank God she is now at peace.

Missy Moser

January 23, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Michelle was a wonderful person. I'll always remember her laugh, and being brave enough to let me learn how to cut naturally curly hair on her hair. She was a lot of fun to be around. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Orlandi

January 22, 2014

To the Rice Family - I will miss Michelle's smile and her laugh. It was a great pleasure to know her and work with her. Mary

Audrey Blobaum

January 22, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. She was a sweet girl and a delight to have in class at Byron High School.

January 22, 2014

Michelle: I will miss your crazy laugh and your inability to stop rocking in your chair. We had many good times during high school and afterwards. When I hear the song "Pour Some Sugar on Me" by Def Leppard, I will always think of you. May you be in peace and be pain free. Our world lost a wonderful person way too young... Carrie D

Jennifer Nighswonger

January 22, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss, Shannon and the Rice family.

Stev McCabe

January 22, 2014

We will miss your dedication, intelligence, and passion for TASC clients. You were a pleasure to work with and know.

Jill Smith

January 22, 2014

You will be missed my friend. See ya when I get there!

January 22, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our Peoria TASC office will be praying for you. She was a special person to us.

Sheila Hermogino

January 22, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. She has joined my daughter in the kingdom of Heaven...God Bless

Mike and Peg Numbers

January 22, 2014

Dear Jim and Jan, So sorry to hear of Michelle's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers

John Leggero

January 22, 2014

Jim and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Michelle.. My Prayers and Thoughts are with you ...

January 22, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Michelle my prayers are with you she was a great lady.

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