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Mary Rice Obituary
Mary had a successful career for many years, starting at Bayer Corporation, and later working at Ranyer USA for the past 8 years in Product Management, where she supported the pharmaceutical sales force.
She graduated from LaSalle High School in the class of '79 and went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in History from Oklahoma Christian University in 1983.
Mary worshipped at Northwest Church in Seattle for 27 years and was dedicated to her church, its Children's Ministry, and her faith.
In her free time, Mary enjoyed being part of the worship team, playing golf, traveling, hiking, cooking, and spending time with her beloved family and her "sister 6".
Mary was quick witted, funny, deeply devoted to her family and friends. Mary faced cancer with much strength, and triumphed through her discomfort and pain. She stood firm in her faith, always looking to her Lord Jesus for her strength and perseverance. She has a new body now, one free from cancer and its ravages.
She is survived by her mother, Joann Rice of Edmond, Oklahoma, sisters Sue Gaub (Alban) of Edmond, Ok, Alice Altizer (David) of Concord, California, and brothers Amos Rice Jr. (Kara) of Atlanta, Georgia, Steve Rice (Catherine) of Marshall, Missouri, her nephew Garry Rice Jr. South Bend , Indiana, and many other nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her father Amos Rice Sr., sister Grace Ann Rice, and brothers Dominic Rice and Garry Rice Sr.
A service to celebrate Mary's life will be held on March 23rd at Northwest Church, 19820 Scribner Lake Road, Lynnwood, WA 98036, at 1:00 pm. The service will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Christian Relief Fund. www.crf.com
Cascade Memorial in Bellevue, WA, is assisting the family with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Kenny and Jeanie Carter
March 24, 2024
From: The Carter Family. We did not know Mary personally but it's clear that hers was a Godly life well-lived. Last year our daughter Camille married Mary's nephew Josh. The Rice and Gaubs seem to be a loving, caring and close-knit family. It's wonderful to see. Please accept our condolences on the loss of your dear sister, Mary. May our Heavenly Father continue to bless all of you, keep you and bring you peace.
From Kenny and Jeanie Carter and Family.
Sarah Fike
March 23, 2024
Sarah Fike
March 23, 2024
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Sarah Fike
March 23, 2024
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Sarah Fike
March 23, 2024
Mary was a wonderful friend. I don't remember when exactly it first started, but we started running together once a week. I remember the first time after Church we decided to go running. I was working towards being able to run 5 miles and probably could run a mile and half. We went to Green Lake that afternoon. Mary's favorite place to go running. I liked that it had restrooms and she loved that there were bubblies/water fountains. Kelly Powell was with us this afternoon and I remember Mary saying were going to run Green Lake and talk the whole time. I looked at her like she was crazy, but we all did it! Every week Mark & I would run together (We stopped maybe 4 years ago or so.) But she was an amazing listener. We talked about work, school, kids, faith, life, everything. Nothing felt like we couldn't talk about. I think the fact that we were both from the mid-west I felt instant bond with her. And somewhere long the way we developed nicknames for each other. Thelma & Louise( Like from the movie). She said I could be Thelma since she was the married one and Louise was the obviously crazy one. I went home to rewatch and realized Thelma was just as crazy and that was just fine. I miss my friend.
Deirdre Lloyd
March 21, 2024
We will be Praying for the Family . We lived a few houses down from the Rice Family. My parents are still there on Olive Street. We all played together and visit each other all the time. The Shambery Family
Blessings
Deirdre Shambery Lloyd
Doris Jean Ferrell
March 20, 2024
We are first cousins and shared a bond of family love and memories from our younger years from South Bend Indiana. RIH Dear Cousin. Doris Jean.
Autumn Brooks
March 19, 2024
Mary's presence was a beacon of warmth, kindness, and dedication. She was more than just a colleague, but most considered her a friend, problem solver, and a source of inspiration. She uplifted all around her and made our work environment richer and more meaningful.
Rest in peace. You will be missed, but your impact will forever resonate within all you have touched.
Pam Cosby
March 19, 2024
I had the pleasure of working with Mary for 7 years at both Omeros Corporation and Rayner Surgical, Inc. Just seeing Mary in the office brightened your day, as she always had a smile to share! Mary was so good at what she did and you could tell she enjoyed doing it. She will be greatly missed.
Brad and Cristill Cox
March 18, 2024
Brad and I share our deepest sympathies to Mary`s family and our heartfelt condolences for your loss. I have to say when I had the pleasure to meet Mary, she and I and Alice were laughing and joking immediately I felt like I had never not known her. She was so pleasant and what a wonderful person she was. I look forward to worshiping with her in heaven! Peace, love and eternal blessings to you all.
Martha Best
March 18, 2024
I had the opportunity to work with Mary for the last couple of years and was lucky enough to meet her in person during the 2023 NSM. She was such a lovely person, who had such a great sense of humor. She was always willing to help and did so with a smile. She will be missed by all. Rest in peace, Mary.
Helene Staggers Thomas
March 17, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sending our condolences from the Staggers Family
Leona Page
March 14, 2024
Aunt JoAnna wishing you and your family
comfort and peace. You are in my prayers in this time of deep sorrow. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Celine E.
March 14, 2024
Gone too soon, Mary! We were just getting started. It has been an honor working with you last year. Rest in paradise. Until we meet again.
Tim Malysza
March 14, 2024
I had the opportunity to work with Mary for a number of years and she will be greatly missed. Mary was such a joy and was always willing to help. She did so much for me and for our colleagues and her presence, her smile, and her dedication will be forever missed. Rest In Peace Mary.
Lauren Graham
March 13, 2024
I´m so sad to hear of Mary´s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Mary at Omeros and Rayner. I enjoyed seeing her at meetings. She was such a hard working and genuine person. She will be missed!!
Scott Christmon
March 13, 2024
Mary was always a joy to see at meetings. A sweet person someone I could always count on and talk to. Much to young and she will be truly missed. She was kind and patient and though I saw her a couple of times a year. It was good to know she was there in Seattle.
Lisa Marple
March 12, 2024
I had the pleasure of working with Mary for 3 years at Omeros. We worked on many projects together and became good friends. Many times she would laugh at something I would say or certain ways I would act because she said I reminded her so much of her sister Alice I would love to meet her! I am going to miss my Mary; may she finally rest in peace. You will forever be in my heart love you girl.
Dana Harris Carter
March 12, 2024
My sincere condolences and prayers go out to the Rice family. We just got the word here in Atlanta that she has made her transition to be home with her Heavenly Father. The Rice family for our neighbors for almost 20 years and our homes were right behind each other with an alley in between. We were on Elmer Street in South Bend Indiana and they were on Olive Street. Mary was always a sweet and quiet child both beautiful inside and out. She was my sister Tina's age and Alice I believe was close so they were playmates. There were five in our family so we had a child in each age group. Sue was one year ahead of me and I graduated with her brother Steven in 1976. I will always remember and cherish that they invited my eldest sister Vicky and I to the churches summer camp. We had never been away from home without our parents other than to visit relatives occasionally during the summertime. It was the most beautiful experience. Our parents, Bishop Clyde and Dr Audrey Harris, we're also Christians and later on became Pastors some years later. Our mother's knew each other and always admired one another. Although we haven't seen them in several decades because we have all gone our separate ways throughout the USA, we will always feel like family. We adopted them as our Elmer Street crew. It really did take a village to raise families that during the 1960s and seventies and even early 80s when we were all growing up. We had such great parents in our community and they looked out for their children as well as the rest of the children in the neighborhood. We were so blessed and didn't even realize it at that time. Please let your mother Mrs Rice know that we will be praying for her and the rest of the children and family at this time. Let her know that the Harris family loves you all very much. Peace and blessings always, Mrs. Dana Harris Carter
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