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He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Burchfield Rice, and his son, Robert N. Rice, III.
Survivors include his close friend, Judy Phipps of Tuscaloosa; his daughter, Caroline Rice Howell (Nick) of San Marino, Calif.; his brother, William James Rice of Troy; his dear great-aunt, Mary Elva Rice of Montgomery; and his grandchildren, Lucy Williams Howell (age 7) and Samuel Burchfield Howell (age 5) of San Marino, Calif.
Bobby was a devoted son, father, and grandfather. He served in the U.S. Army for 30 years and retired from the Army Reserve as a full Colonel. A graduate of the University of Alabama, he was a lifelong fan of Alabama sports, especially Alabama football. Mr. Rice served as an associate athletic director for the university, overseeing athletic facilities, until his retirement in 2006.
Pallbearers will be Rush Rice, Bill Rice, Bobby Rice, Chris Hayslip, Don Crump, and Howard Burchfield.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to First Presbyterian Church, the American Heart Association, the American Diabetes Association, or the DCH Cancer Center.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Rice
Dr. David Tuscaloosa
June 5, 2009
Mrs. Phipps: With thoughts, prayers and deepest Sympathy. Love, David Nelson
Don Franklin
June 4, 2009
It was an honor to know Bob & to serve with him in the US Army Reserve. He was a fine soldier, leader and citizen.
Jack Giddens
June 4, 2009
"Grits" was always a wonderful friend and gentleman from our days in Troy (THS '54) til I last spoke with him about, what else, The Tide. Love to Billy and all the Rice family.
Sara Brenizer
June 4, 2009
Caroline I have such wonderful memories of your Dad. When Robert Brenizer was a baby, he use to hold him on his stomach at the basketball games. He meant so much to me! I am keeping you in my thought and prayers. Much Love!
June 4, 2009
June 04, 2009 - My friend and co-worker, always a smile and kind words for everyone! Our thoughts and prayers are with Bobby's family.
Linda Knowles
Jennifer Vaughn
June 4, 2009
My dear friend. I enjoyed all of our baseball games together. I will miss you terribly.
Sherry West
June 4, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Fred Glaze
June 4, 2009
My Friend:
A man among men. I will always remember you as one that helped me in every way when I was at the University. Always there, always ready to help. God has a special officer in his hand. May God bless the family at this time.
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