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John Rice Obituary
John Randolph Rice (Age 86)
On Friday, November 22, 2019, of Rockville, MD. Survived by JoAnn, his loving wife of 61 years and three children, Karen Sue (Joe) DiPeppe; Scott Randolph (Amy) Rice, and Jody Dean Rice as well as six grandchildren (Meaghan and Wes Collins, Theresa and John Nielsen, Scott, Jr., Kyle, John Tyler and Jack) and two great grandchildren (Jameson and Annaleigh). He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph W. and Claudine McCullugh Rice. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, November 26, 2019 from 2 to 4 p.m. where a service will begin at 4 p.m. Interment MD Veteran's Cemetery-Rocky Gap at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Union Mission, 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20007 or at missiondc.org www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Rice
Greg Emel
July 1, 2020
Dear Rice Family,
I worked at FASEB in the early 80's, Mr Rice was a great person and would always have the time to speak with you. He will be missed.
Janet Jarvie
November 26, 2019
Mr. Rice you will be missed.
ANTHONY CAPORALETTI
November 26, 2019
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE RICE FAMILY.
PLAYED WITH JOHN AND SCOTT ON THE FASEB SOFTBALL TEAM FOR MANY YEARS. A AMAZING COACH AND PERSON.
HE WILL BE MISSED.
Judy Mullaney Dampier
November 26, 2019
Dear Karen and Family,
So sorry for your loss, prayers for solace in happy memories. Your family is in the thoughts of all the Mullaneys
November 26, 2019
Dear Jack:
You will forever be loved and missed.
Thanks for taking such excellent care of your beloved family.
Kay
November 25, 2019
On behalf of Montgomery county recreation our deepest sympathies. John was the a kind and gentle man who shared his time passion and energy for senior sports. He was the voice of reason and the ultimate team player. Out thoughts an prayers are with the family at this time
Robin RILEY
Beverly Lubenetski
November 25, 2019
Karen and Family,
Reading your father's life accomplishments revealed what s special man he was - so many talents and interests! His family is a living testament to his love and dedication.
The Lubenetskis
November 25, 2019
My prayers are with the family. God welcomes this great man. Randy smisek. Rehoboth beach de.
Carol Ford Hersey
November 25, 2019
Thinking of you all and wishing you comfort during this time of sorrow. Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. The Fords
.Mary Dodson Dulina
November 25, 2019
May God provide peace and comfort to John's family. He will prepare a Welcome place in his heavenly home for John. God bless.
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Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD 20901
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