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Paul Rice Obituary
Feb 24,1948-Sept. 11, 2020
Morgan Hill
Paul Allen Rice, born 2/24/1948, Gilroy, Ca. died 9/11/2020. Born to Robert and Jean (Allen) Rice. Graduated Live Oak High School 1966, Attended San Jose State. Served as military in the Air Force 1968-1972, with on tour in Southeast Asia. Owner of Paul Rice Signs in Morgan Hill 40 years. Longtime volunteer with Morgan Hill Historical Society and Freedom Fest July 4th Parade.
Predeceased by father, Robert, mother Jean, and special grandniece, Mary. Survived by wife of 40 years, Bonni (Bauer), Daughter Corey Faulkner, grandson, Dustin Faulkner, sister, Robin (Jim) Guynn, Nieces Jennifer (Dave) Chervin and Elizabeth (Kurt) Harper, grandnieces and grandnephew Hallie and Conner, and many cousins of the Franklyn, Allen, Chiri and Rice Families. Per his wishes, no services will be held.
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Julie Dengler
September 30, 2020
Dear Bonni, Corey, Dustin and to all of Paul's extended family, We are so sorry that Paul is no longer with us. He was such a kind and loving man who did not deserve to suffer over these past years as he did with his battle with various health issues. We all have fond memories of him and know that he is now at peace. He was a great grill meister, wonderful artist, had great taste in cars/trucks, fun-loving and caring family man. Our hearts go out to our beautiful cousin Bonni and family...stay strong. Love, Julie and Herbert Dengler and the Scheetz family
Harrison Todd
September 24, 2020
Paul was my first helper and apprentice at Sign Classics in 1975, in San Jose. We became very close friends and worked together for over 10 years.
At that time he moved to Morgan Hill and started his own sign company. I last visited him 10 years ago.
Since I sold my company I have moved to Corpus Christi TX.
When we talked in 2010 he had just gotten Prostrate Cancer and was telling me about his treatments. This discussion came about because I was about to have surgery for the same cancer.
However I did really admire his sign shop and saw beautiful works in progress there. He was a great designer who became a very talented wood worker.
Paul was very interested in learning from me in 1975 and we both did have the same teachers.
My friend Ron Escobar, a sign artist in Morgan Hill did notify me about Paul's passing.
My condolences to his beautiful wife Bonnie and their family.
He passed way to early because he had passion all around in his life. He was a warm and fun friend that I will always remember. RIP to a member of "The Brothers of the Brush".
Harrison Todd
Paradisebilliards.com
Corpus Christ, Texas
Patricia Sibley
September 20, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Bonnie, Mike and I are very sad to hear about Paul may the lord put his loving arms around you at this time and bring comfort to you
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