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William Rice Obituary

William 'Bill' Rice born October 25, 1956 in San Francisco, CA. passed away on November 24, 2004 in Scottsdale, AZ. Mr. Rice affectionately known as 'Uncle Bill' attended Maryvale High School, Class of '75. His mother Rose Marie Rice preceded him in death in 1995. His father Buster Rice, sister Lynda Rice, brothers Wendell James Rice (Lynn) and John Rice (Sue), 8 nieces and nephews and 11 great nieces and nephews survive him. He had a true love for fishing, animals and his family. He will be greatly missed. Memorial Services will be held at A.L. Moore Grimshaw Mortuary, 710 West Bethany Home Road, Phoenix on Saturday, November 27th @ 11:00 A.M.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Nov. 26, 2004.

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Richard Elliott

November 29, 2004

bill was a very good person that i

new growing up,he was always there to lend a hand if he could.

never hurt nobody and loved life.

he will always be remembered by all.

Patrick David

November 28, 2004

So long old friend.

Mike Pullano

November 26, 2004

I am sorry to hear about Bill. I knew him from Maryvale. God Bless.

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