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Richard M. Rice, 41, of Houston, Texas, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2007, at Ben Taub General Hospital in Houston, Texas. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of Fred and Sheila (Martucci) Rice of Nazareth. He employed by the Apex Co. in Houston as a crane operator. Richard was a 1984 graduate of Freedom High School where he received many awards as an offensive lineman for the football team and was an All League player. He was also inducted into the Whos Who of high school sports. He enjoyed hunting and had a great love for his cars and motorcycles. His greatest love was his family. Survivors: he will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family, including his mother and father; brother Fred R. Rice and his wife Cynthia; nephews Boomer, Matt and Kollin and his beloved niece and goddaughter Kirra as well as all of his friends in Houston. He is also survived by his dog Hazel. He was predeceased by his brother Eric in 1965; paternal grandparents William and Elizabeth (Hoch) Rice and maternal grandparents Michael and Genevieve (Cacciarro) Martucci. Services: A visitation will be held on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. in the Cantelmi Funeral Home 1311 Broadway, Fountain Hill. On Monday the viewing will originate from Central Assembly of God, 1300 Eaton Ave. Bethlehem from 11 a.m. to noon followed by a Service at noon officiated by his uncles, the Reverends Jack and Howard Rice. The burial will follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery. online condolences may be sent at
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Scot More
March 26, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Phisically he will be missed but his origional smile and gental soul will always be remembered with those of us here in Houston.
J & D Lomax
March 18, 2007
Dear Family,
Our sympathy to you in the death of your loved one, Richard. It was never God's purpose for us to die. He has provided the ransom sacrifice of His dear Son, Jesus Christ, to do away with our enslavement to death. Soon, all traces of wickedness, old age and death will be gone. Then, individuals such as Richard, who are in God's memory, will have the opportunity to live forever on a paradise earth. May you find comfort in knowing that Jehovah, the Source of Life, shares your grief. He promises to give you strength each day to cope with your loss.
Darlene (Wiczkowski) Hunsicker
March 10, 2007
Dear Shiela,Fritz,& Fred,
We're so sorry to hear about your tremendous loss. We will all keep your family and Richie in our thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Richie - heck, he was the first crush I ever had. He was so cute as a boy and even more handsome as a man. You take care. Our prayers are with you from the whole 'Wiczkowski' family.
Kathy Fenstermacher
March 5, 2007
We wanted to extend our sympathies to your family. We're sorry that no on could make the services.
Sincerely,
Bernadine and Jim Hock
Kathryn, Glen and family
Bob, Liz, Bobby, Matt & Joey Kushner
March 4, 2007
To Our Dear Rice Family,
We are so sorry for your loss - your family has always been so wonderful to us and we pray that you will always find comfort in your memories of Richard.
With Love,
The Kushners
Linda Stokes
March 4, 2007
Richie,
Erica and Lisa are all grown up and you asked me for a picture of your girls, that was always our joke. But they love you and I am glad they got the chance to talk to you as they got older. I will always remember making the cheesecakes for you every holiday and feeding you and Adam. I love you baby and I will never ever forget the good times. You can watch and worry over us instead of us watching and worrying for you. God bless and take care of you in the new world. Linda and ERica and Lisa Stokes (Olson)
Debbie Peters and David Peters
March 4, 2007
Aunt Sheila Uncle Fritz and Family; Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow. Richie will be greatly missed. He will be in our hearts forever. I could remember him how happy he was when he bought David's 57' chevy, and always tried to visit us when he was home. And how much he loved everyone and how nice he was to my mother. May he be in peace with God forever. God bless your family and may your angels watch over you. Lots of Love.
Richard Rich and Family
March 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sam & Andrea George
March 3, 2007
Aunt Sheila, Uncle Fritz & Family,
There are no words that can express your profound loss at this time. Although we did not have the opportunity (due to our living out of state for many years) to have benefited from knowing Richie, people who did have expressed their affection and admiration for him as a fine young man. He shall be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim Burnette (George)
March 3, 2007
Aunt Sheila & Uncle Fritz,
We are so saddened by your loss. I was pleased to see Richie again at Grammy George's funeral and remember our fun times as childeren. God Bless you all, as you remain in our prayers. Love to all.
Kelly & Don French & Family (Sammys daughter)
March 3, 2007
Aunt Sheila and Uncle Fritz,
I will always remember being little and visiting your house. My sister and I use to always "hang out" with Richie. I can remember you chasing him with a fly swater when he misbehaved! We use to think that was soo funny!! We will always have very fond memories of Richie and he will be very sadly missed. You and your family will remain in our prayers. We love you guys.
olga santiago
March 3, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Andy & Tina Prickler- Sennetti
March 2, 2007
To the Rice family ,
I am so sorry for your loss, Richie was great we had a lot of laughs together. He will greatly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you all, and Richie rest in piece my friend.
Diane Esterly
March 2, 2007
To the Rice Family,
We want to express our sincere sympathy. Richard was an old friend and he will be in our hearts forever.
God bless all of you,
Shelia,Fred Sr.
Freddie, Cindy,Kirra, Boomer, Matt, Kollin
Love,
Diane Herczeg Esterly & Family
Tom, Diane & Casey Herstich
March 2, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. May your lifetime of happy memories help to ease your pain.
Lori Erney-Orner
March 2, 2007
To the family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Rich was always a good looking, kind hearted person and fun to be around. I will always remember him as just that... My heart goes out to all of you.....
Helen Poehler-Wolfe
March 2, 2007
Richie,
I remember when you use to come to our house my 3 yr. old Tiffany was like a puppy in love following you around, you use to laugh about it. You were a great kid & friend. Rest in peace with the angels watching over you. God bless .
Patricia Zeitner
March 2, 2007
I am sorry for the lose of Richie.. I went to school with Richie, He took me to the prom. He was a great friend. My prayers are with the family.
Tiffany Faisz
March 2, 2007
I met Richie when I was 3 yrs. old he's a buddy of my godfather (Andrew Prickler-Sennetti) and I had such a crush on Richie he was 20 and I was 3, I will always remember you Richie
Dave Kitzhoffer
March 2, 2007
I am sorry for the loss to the family.I was honered to be a freind to Rich.
Dave Kitzhoffer
March 2, 2007
I am sorry for the loss to the family.I was honered to be a freind to Rich.
Kelly Martinez
March 2, 2007
Uncle Frit, Aunt Sheila, Freddie& family,
I can not begin to imagine your pain and sorrow. Richie will be greatly missed. The only peace I can make in all these heartbreaking losses is that our loved ones are rejoicing "together" in heaven! Our prayers will not cease for you and our family.
Love,
Kelly and Rich Martinez and children
Shelly Dinwiddie(Vasquez)
March 2, 2007
We all grew up together, I remeber Richie as being so kind, so funny, so warm hearted. We had a lot of laughs as kids and I have a very fond memory of being at the Leithsville Fire Hall for Mike & Cheryl Martucci's wedding and helping to decorate the hall and Richie making us all laugh. I will remember him always and am very sad to hear of his untimely passing. May God be with all of his family and friends during this extremely difficult time.
Eileen Eckert-Taylor
March 2, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tara Lucidon
March 2, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Richard's memory will live on in our hearts forever. May God bless you and give you strength. We love you!
Larry Kisslinger
March 2, 2007
Rice Family,
Please accept deepest sympathy from our family upon the very untimely death of Richard. May God Bless him and all who read this. Sincerely, Larry and Bev Kisslinger
maryann leBus
March 2, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. We all send our love. If there is anything we can do please let us know.
Nancy Stanford-Camp
March 2, 2007
Rich was a dear co-worker and friend of mine for years at Centimark. He always made me smile and had such a gentle personality. God will welcome such an angel into his kingdom. God Bless Rich's family during this tough time.
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