Ruthann (Robbins) Rice
1942 - 2011
Ruthann (Robbins) Rice
1942 - 2011
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BORN
1942
DIED
2011
Ruthann Rice Obituary
Mason, MI
Ruthann (Robbins) Rice, age 68, retired USPS Rural Carrier, died April 17, 2011. She was born June 2, 1942, in Mason, MI to Earl and Nellie Robbins. Ruthann was raised on her family's farm in Mason. She was a Country Squires 4-H Club Leader and Co-Community Leader for 14 years; rural carrier for Mason Post Office over 21 years; housewife and travel buddy; graduate of Dansville Agricultural School (1960); and member of the Felt Plains United Methodist Church. She was passionate about her music, family and friends. Her hobbies included singing, playing the piano and enjoying her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, William Robbins. Surviving are her loving husband and travel partner of 47 years, Lynn F. Rice; 3 children, Steven of Mason, Charles (Anissa) of Eaton Rapids, James (Dorinda) of Owings, MD; 6 grandchildren, Emily, Foster, Halen, Griffon, Ryan and Rachel Rice; and sister, Doris Robbins of Mason.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, April 21, 2011, at Felt Plains United Methodist Church, 3523 Meridian Road, Leslie, MI, with the Rev. Donald L. Buege officiating. The family will received friends Wednesday at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball-Dunn Chapel, 621 S. Jefferson, Mason, MI from 2-4 & 6-8 PM.
Those desiring may make contributions to Felt Plains United Methodist Church, 3523 Meridian Road, Leslie, MI 49251.
On-line condolences may be made at www.gorslineruncimanmason.com
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Kathy Ahner
April 22, 2011
I met Ruthann as my Mail Carrier on Eugenia in Mason...She took that special time to talk, and brag about her wonderful family and a sparkle in her eye, when she talked about her Grand Children...She always ask me, "How was my Family"...so compassionate and Loving..When I saw her at Meijer, it was just not a Quick Hello...a whole catch up on her family news and she was so interested how my Family was doing...she touched so many lives and will Hold Ruthann in my Heart forever.
April 21, 2011
Dearest Family of Ruthann:
May the Lord's blessing be with you at this time of great loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers today and in the months to come.
The loss of a loved one comes
all to soon however, there is a new and shining star in God's Garden of Love.
Sincerely,
Bob Brown & Linda McNair
Jim Richardson
April 21, 2011
my sympathy to the family.Ruthann was a great person. she and her sister taught me horsemanship and I have many good memories as a young 10 year old boy at 4H and open classes. she will be missed!
Ginny Chapman
April 20, 2011
Lynn and Family....I was so sorry to hear of Ruthann's passing. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time and the days head. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Class mate of 1960.
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April 19, 2011
Lynn & Family, Eighteen years ago we became a
part of your family when our daughter (Anissa) married Chuck. Ruthann was always
a smiling figure to remind us we were family.
All our thoughts and prayers and love are
with you at this time and in the days to come.
Jim & Joanne
Scott & Glenda
April 19, 2011
Dearest Family, As you are gathered I wanted to say how sad I am for your loss. How wonderful God is there to look after our loved ones until we can meet again. Many wonderful memories of your Mom and all our families cross my mind often. Aunt Ruthann was the first person to feed me spaghetti. I loved her laugh the twinkle in her eye and the quick hug she would give. What wonderful roll models we have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leo and Deb Wantor
April 19, 2011
Lynn and family:
We are so sorry to learn of Ruthann's passing. We both have many fond memories of neighborhood gatherings, your bountiful garden that you shared with all the neighbors, listening to the music of the piano playing throughout your home and most of all, her infectious laugh...
You are all in our prayers and thoughts.
Leo and Deb Wantor
April 19, 2011
Dear Lynn, Steven, Charles, James and Family, I was so sorry to learn of Ruthann's passing. She will be sorely missed. I will always remember her smile and how she always made me feel special! My Sympathy and prayers go out to you all. May the loving memories help in time to heal and bring you smiles. Brenda Mull Samson
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