News Death Notice
RICE, Margaret A. 77, of Springfield, passed away Friday morning, June 27, 2014 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born in Springfield on July 26, 1936, the daughter of the late Oscar and Francina (Speakman) Campbell. Margaret was an avid bowler, loved crocheting, having crocheted a blanket for each baby born to the family, and was a devoted Cincinnati Reds fan. During her residence at Eaglewood Villa, Margaret loved playing Bingo and working puzzles, as well as serving as a patient advocate for the residents. The family would like to thank her friend and puzzle buddy, Judy Jones for her friendship at Eaglewood, Dr. Pius Kurian for his devoted care, and Community Mercy Hospice for their care. She is survived by five children, Denise (Alan) Crenshaw, Melanie (Harold) Hakes, Michael (Linda) Rice, Mark (Tanya) Rice, and Debbie (Robert) Hibbard all of Springfield; 15 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; a sister, Esther (David) Smith of Springfield; a brother, William "Bud" (Vernie) Campbell of Enon; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 56 years, Elwood Rice in 2009; and two brothers, Jack and Robert Campbell. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Tuesday in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. Margaret's funeral service will immediately follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Daniel M. Powell officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Mercy Hospice, 444 W. Harding Rd., Springfield, OH 45504. Burial will be in Ferncliff Cemetery. You may express condolences to the family at www.littletonandrue.com
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To My Sweet Momma , I Miss and Love You Every MINUTE of Everyday ! God, BROKE THE MOLD ...When he made my dear sweet Momma... I am so Sorry I was not there the day you left us but ( I Passed out twice that day ) My " Heart" couldn't take you LEAVING And even on this day I'm still a loss for Words..( You Were My Best Friend) Thank You for Loving me And being " My Sweet Mother" ...Many Big Hugs , Deborah Rice
DEBORAH RICE - DAUGHTER
Daughter
July 15, 2019
MOM., TODAY. IS YOUR BIRTHDAY AND YOUR SPENDING IT IN " HEAVEN" WITH DAD AND JESUS ! I PRAY EVERY NIGHT THAT YOUR " HAPPY" NOW YOUR" SUFFERING" NOW OVER. NO MORE " PAIN " MOM , PLEASE KNOW YOU ARE SO SADLY " MISSED" HERE BUT ONE" GLORIOUS DAY" WE WILL BE " TOGETHER AGAIN" AND I KNOW YOU AND DAD WILL BE AT THOSE " PEARLY GATES" WAITING FOR ME . PLEASE GIVE DAD A BIG KISS FOR ME AND HERE'S ( BIG HUGS AND KISSES ) FOR YOU AND DAD FROM. ME . I KNOW. YOUR BOTH ALWAYS WATCHING OVER US AND YOU SEE ALL HERE SO DOES , GOD ! FOREVER LOVED AND MISSED EVERYDAY AND FOREVER IN MY HEART ! LOVE YOU BOTH SO VERY MUCH ! YOUR ( ELDEST DAUGHTER) DEBORAH RICE HIBBARD
DEBORAH HIBBARD
July 26, 2014
Dear Deb, I was sorry to read of your Mother's passing. I know how much she meant to you and you to her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. I miss our days at the answering service.
Sherry
July 5, 2014
Grandma we love you so much and will miss u more than anything. You made our family ,FAMILY. And I appreciate you as a woman, a mother , grandmother , and so much more for being such a strong and wonderful person . You will always be in thoughts and memories . Gone but never forgotten the best grandma anyone could ask for
R.I.P Grandma and grandpa . Xoxoxo we love you both
ashley rice
June 30, 2014
Grandma, you will be missed by so many people and loved ones who looked up to you and needed you. You was such a wonderful grandmother, i have so many memories growing up right across the street from you. Spending all the holidays at your house with the entire family. Memories that will never be forgotten and could never be replaced. I know you and grandpa will be watching over everyone, but please keep close to my momma as she needs you dearly. RIP Grandma, GO REDS!!
Brett Hakes
June 30, 2014
Mom, I am lost without you here. Part of my heart went with you. I love you so much and I know you are happy now to be with Dad. Picturing the two of you together again is wonderful. Mom, I will talk to you every day, and still ask for advice when I need it like I always did. I will miss kissing your forehead and telling you I love you and then you would say I love you more. And you would laugh when I said there was know way you could love me as much as I love you. I will miss your stories, everyone loved to hear your stories. You had a great sense of humor, and loved to make people laugh. Oh mom, I love you so much, and I was so thankful for you. You were loved by so many and will miss greatly. Give Dad a big hug and a kiss for me.
Melanie Hakes
June 30, 2014
Another star will light up the sky. Another guardian angel to look after her loved ones. Our prayers that God help you in your time of sorrow.
Sue & Noel Macy
June 30, 2014
It's seems like we've know Margaret all our lives .. Such a wonderful woman,who gave us the most precious gift, her Son Mike.. A second Mom to us girls .. We will miss her at our family gatherings; her sharp wit and ability to take our money at cards, or dice .. You can rest easy now Margaret .. We will love and miss you always.. The "Green" Girls
Carolyn, Diane, Debbie, Cheri & Janet
June 30, 2014
MOM , I KNOW YOU ARE HAPPY NOW YOUR BACK WITH DAD AND LIVING IN GODS MANSION . I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH OUR TALKS ( AND COUPLE TIMES A WEEK WE HAD NICE TALKS) GOD NEVER CREATED A BETTER MOTHER THAN YOU . PLEASE WATCH OVER US U ARE OUR GUARDIAN ANGEL, HEAVEN GAINED A PRECIOUS ANGEL WHEN GOD CALLED YOU HOME . YOU WILL FOREVER BE MISSED AND LIVE IN MY ..HEART . LOVE YOU MOM YOUR ELDEST DAUGHTER , DEBORAH
DEBORAH RICE - HIBBARD
June 29, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Sharon and Buddy clark
June 29, 2014
R.I.H Margaret, You will be sadly missed. My thoughts & Prayer's are with your family.
Love Julia Moore
JULIA MOORE
June 29, 2014
My thought's and prayer's are with the family during this time of sorrow. Rest in peace Maggie, love you all.
June 29, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Draw comfort from your loved ones, and cherish the beautiful memories you have. God bless all of you.
Annette Nobile
June 29, 2014
My personal prayers and support to Margaret's family, thankful for the time God allowed Margaret and me to spend together in recent weeks.
Pastor Daniel M. Powell
June 29, 2014
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