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Melba Rice

Melba Rice

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Saturday, October 4

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Oct

4

Service

Saturday, October 4

2:00 PM

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3:00 PM

Funeral at Jeffers Funeral and Cremation Service

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Melba Jean Rice, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Born in Pikeville, TN, to Fred and Lillie Smith, Melba led a life full of love, kindness, and optimism. A member of New Haven Church in Afton, Melba attended as long as her health allowed, where she built lasting relationships and...

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