Rev. R.C. Rice

Star

Rev. R.C. Rice, 82, went to be with our Lord Sunday, July 14, 2013 while surrounded by his family at Hospice Ministries, Ridgeland.

Visitation will be held 5:00-8:00pm today at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl. Funeral services will be 11:00am, Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at Star Baptist Church with interment in Wesleyanna Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at the church.

Rev. Rice was born in Harrisville on August 1, 1930, a son of the late Millard and Blanche Rice.

An ordained Baptist minister, he pastored many churches in Rankin County and surrounding areas, and served as chaplain at River Oaks Hospital for 23 years, Crossgates River Oaks for 25 years, as well as Hospice Ministries. He loved ministering to others in times of need and officiated many funerals and made countless hospital visits. He was a faithful member of Star Baptist Church and the Gideon's International for many years.

A veteran of the U.S. Army having served in the Korean War, he also owned and operated Pearl Grocery and Market in Pearl for 34 years.

He was an avid gardener and especially enjoyed sharing his prized tomatoes, broccoli and cabbage with anyone with whom he came in contact.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Roy Rice.

Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Barbara Rice of Star; daughters, Sherrie Rice of Star and Pam Glass and husband Joel of Star; grandchildren, Olivia and Christopher Glass; and sisters, Maxine Taylor of Florence and Myrna Hammack of Brandon.

Memorials may be made to the Star Baptist Church Christian Life Center Fund or to the Baptist Children's Village through Star Baptist Church, P.O. Box 69, Star, MS 39167.

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Published by Clarion Ledger on Jul. 15, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for R.c. Rice

40 Entries

March 29, 2014

My heart was so saddened when I was told a few weeks ago about Bro Rice. I worked at River Oaks when my husband took ill. Bro Rice came to see me daily and pray for him. He was such a delight and I loved him so much. He was such a wonderful man and a man of God. May God continue to Bless his family. Sue Staton-Nester DeKalb, Ms

Ivery McGee

August 6, 2013

We first met Bro. Rice when my Mother and Father purchased a home on Old Country Club Road. They were Mary Jane (Granny) and James (Pop) Russell. It was Pop's treat for our kids, to buy a lot of chocolate candy whenever we were coming home from R. C. Mom liked to just visit with R. C. and the other in the store. It was a blessing for us that just prior to Pop passing that we met Bro. Rice at Crossroad Baptist Church and when Pop did die he consented to do the service. I know that Mom and Pop held Bro. Rice in high regard.

Elaine Robinson

July 17, 2013

To have known Brother R.C. Rice, a humble and Godly man in every aspect, was an honor. From selling the best bacon in the world at Pearl Grocery to his officiating at my father's and brother's services, he met my every need. In my darkest days, he could always bring a smile to my face. My prayers are with Miss Barbara, Sherrie, Pam and other family members. As I told Miss Barbara at the funeral home, I am convinced that R.C. stood for "Real Christian" and that he was. Rest in Peace Brother R.C. - you will always have a special place in my heart.

Connie Kelley

July 16, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bob & Linda Stribling

July 16, 2013

R.C. was a great person and friend. We have known him most of our lives. We will miss him dearly. Such a wonderful memory of him.

Wanda Bridges

July 16, 2013

Bro. R.C. truly was a great man of God. My family loved him dearly! Heaven has gained a great man!!!!

July 16, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathy,

Debbie (Davis) and Dennis Blackledge
Brandon, MS

July 16, 2013

With deepest sympathy,

Virginia and Bobby Joe Davis
Pearl, MS

July 16, 2013

Brother Rice was a friend from Rankin Medical volunteers who also came to see me in the hospital and brought me tomatoes. I cherish his memory and friendship. Royce Wood.

Diane Smith

July 16, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person.I will miss your presence always.

Bonnie Baldwin (Luke)

July 16, 2013

I remember going to Pearl Grocery, Mr R.C. was a very special man I will never forget him My prayers are with the family.

July 16, 2013

If anyone gets into heaven he will--met him 6 years ago, and really felt I had know him all my life--will miss him greatly--what a Godly man, and he made all feel as if they had known him for years--I will miss him!!!!!!!!!
Al. Johnson, Brandon, Ms.

Easterling Family

July 16, 2013

It was an honor to know RC. Theres not enough words to describe him. He was an example of the finest Christian. There arent many like RC. He loved God, family, and friends. Our family has shared great mermories and sad ones with him for fifty five years. The salvation of our father was example of one. We loved Pearl Grocery. I think a lot of times folks just went in to talk with Rc and Mr. Moore. As u pass the old store now- we still call it RC's place. You might walk in a stranger however you walked out a friend. Barbara and girls knowing your beloved RC was a warrior for God at all times help you through the tough days. Heaven gain its finest angel.

Kathy Easterling-Beam

July 15, 2013

I remember going to Pearl Grocery when I was a little girl to get some candy... He would always give me some for free;) My Grandma Mary Nell Easteling loved him and he preached her funeral ... God Bless Your Family!

Easterling

July 15, 2013

RC was one of a kind. There aren't many Godly men like RC. Heaven gained one of its finest. Im just glad to have been able to call him my friend - our family friend. He loved God, family, and friends. My family shared sad times and great memory's with him for fifty plus years. We absolutely loved Pearl Grocery- if you walked in a stranger you came out as a friend. Thanks Rice family for sharing your beloved husband and dad with all of us. Mrs. Barbara and girls are prayers are with you. May knowing that a celebration in heaven is going on comfort you in the days ahead.

Marie Roberts

July 15, 2013

Mr R.C.Rice was a very good christian man. He always had a smile for you or anyone he saw. I went to his store a lot of times at pearl Grocery.It was there when I attended Pearl school and he was always kind to all of the children when we came in.Prayers for comfort to his family. My family loved you Mr R.C may you rest in peace.

Sandie Ladner

July 15, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family of R.C. Rice. I met R.C. 43+ years ago when I married and shopped at Pearl Grocery. My brother-in-law at that time worked there. What a happy place Pearl Grocery was. R.C. was the main reason for that. Never have I met a more caring and compassionate person. He will be missed by the many lives he has touched.

Connie Campbell

July 15, 2013

Thinking of all ....sending heartfelt wishes for peace for all involved through this most difficult of times. Love and hugs from Lee and Connie Campbell

July 15, 2013

R.C. WAS A SPECIAL PERSON AND GOD HAS A SPECIAL PLACE FOR HIM IN HEAVEN. I KNEW R.C. 61 YRS. AND HE WAS ALWAYS THE SAME ALWAYS SMILING AND HAPPY TO SEE YOU. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS HIS FAMILY AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE
DORIS WHEELER, PEARL, MS.

Melissa Butler Bagwell

July 15, 2013

Bro. Rice was a sweet person. He preached my father's funeral in 2001. They had known each other for years in Pearl. Always going up to the store getting groceries. He showed much kindness during our sorrow. Prayers to his family during theirs.

Annie Mae Lawrence

July 15, 2013

My cousin, R.C, was a very good Christian man, and I always looked up to and admired him. I usually saw him at the annual Rice reunion and our class reunions in Harrisville. He spoke at the funeral of my sister, Gelene, and I remember what a comfort his words were. His presence will be deeply missed in our family. My sympathy and prayers go out to his immediate family.

Ricky & Nelda Walton

July 15, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bro. Rice was loved by many. He was dear to our family and was always there when we needed him.

July 15, 2013

Bro. R.C. Rice was a good man and he will surely be missed. May God bless the family at this time.

Alton & Linda Laster
Pelahatchie, MS

Jackie, Ginny, Hunter & Zach Squires

July 15, 2013

Dear family,
May GOD bring you peace during this time. We are a phone call away if you need anything.

Mildred Lewis

July 15, 2013

R.C. was a good man and I was blessed to have known him at River Oaks Hospital. He will be greatly missed.

Dwayne Card

July 15, 2013

To Sherrie and family, May God be with you during this time of sorrow.

Bill Clark

July 15, 2013

Bro. R.C. was truly a compassionate and giving person. I will always treasure the many conversations we have had together and I will miss him dearly.

July 15, 2013

This is one of my best friends, i grew up where he was from , i have many memories of him he was a life saver when i loss Billy Thurman my husban for 50 yr. R. C. was the first person at the Funeral Home and he stayed with me. May god bless his family .
Martha Bridges Thurman

Linda Howard

July 15, 2013

I first met R C when he came to Mt Zion to fill in preaching for my church at that time. Later moving my membership to Star Baptist, he became a dear friend. Always smiling and ministering to someone. I will miss him.

Kathy Braswell Matheny

July 15, 2013

My prayers and love goes out to this precious man's family. They broke the mold when the LORD made this man. He was so special to so many. Always had a smile on his face every time you saw him. I will always remember going into the grocery store there off Old Brandon road in Pearl when I was a little girl...He will be truly missed !!

Kathy E. McDill

July 15, 2013

I have met no better man than Brother R.C. He was such a giving person and loved everyone. He always had a smile on his face no matter what. I have enjoyed so many of his vegetables that he used to bring me from his garden...and his Sunday visits to my house. I will never forget what a true friend he was to me. I love you R.C. and I know there is a big celebration going on in Heaven right now.

Karhy Allison

July 15, 2013

It was such a joy for us at River Oaks on the days that R.C. would come. He loved people and brought joy with him. I know he will be missed here but what a homecoming it must have been in Heaven! My prayers are with your family.

John and Earline Roberts

July 15, 2013

We knew R. C. since the 1950's when he owned Pearl Grocery,, great person,, when my wwife was in River Oaks for an operation,,he visited her at least twice a day,,we' ll surely miss him

Dan West

July 15, 2013

My prayers are with the family of Rev. R. C. Rice. I hold many treasured memories from knowing him. His faithful service and his genuine friendship will continue to encourage me. His influence will continue to impact all who knew him.

July 15, 2013

We loved RC....I lived in the subdivision about 10 years where he had his market. My children loved going in there and Brent when he was 5 wanted to work there when he grew up. Of course my parents knew him from Harrisville High School. I will remember he always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. My deepest sympathy to his family. Today (7-15) is the anniversary of my dad's passing on to Glory - now they can rejoice together.
Sandy Dear Shorter

July 14, 2013

May God wrap his loving arms around you, Barbara, Sherrie, and Pam. Bro.Rice was such a loving, caring man. My family loved him dearly and will never forget all the love he has shown to us through the years. God bless all of you.
Linda Reynolds and Family

July 14, 2013

He was a wonderful man and a best friend to me for a long time . He lived next to me in Stucky Town when i was a little girl and every time i would come in contact with him , he would tell me i was his favorite . God Bless Him Susan Bridges Neely Harrisville ,Miss

faye smith

July 14, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathy to the Rice family. He was a special man. He was our pastor at Clear Branch Baptist Church. When daughter was two , she called him "butter rice". He loved it. He was one of Gods chosen. I know God has said well done my faithful servant.Prayers for your family. from Faye,Mark and Erin Smith.
Also all of the Byrds on poplar springs road..

Helen Plaster Andrews

July 14, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy to the family. May God provide you comfort, peace and understanding as you celebrate Mr. R.C.'s homecoming. He was a wonderful man who exhibited an endless love of God, his family and his friends. Mr. R.C. served as a shining example for us all.

The Staff of Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home

July 14, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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