Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
About
Clifford Rice Obituary
Born in Louisville, Ky., he was the son of the late Clifford and Virginia Rice. Duke attended Male High School in Louisville where he was a member of the Castlewood Athletic and H. Clubs. He was selected to the Kentucky East-West All Star and Ohio-Kentucky All Star Basketball games. He went on to be recruited by Virginia Tech and was a three season starting forward for the Hokie Basketball team. Mr. Rice served his country honorably in the U.S. Army and in the Army Reserves 100th Infantry Division. He was awarded the highest civilian honor, the Kentucky Colonel, in 1963 for his service to the state of Kentucky. Duke spent many years managing operatives in the tobacco and solid waste industry from Florida to Martinsville, Va. and was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Myrtle Beach. Retired since the mid 1990's, he and Dottie enjoyed life in both Briarcliffe Acres and Pawleys Island.
Surviving are his wife of 40 years, Dottie P. Rice; sons, Thomas Blake Rice of Myrtle Beach, and Edward Clayton Rice and wife, Elizabeth Turner of Columbia; and a grandson, Clayton Emerson Rice.
Memorial services will be 11 a.m., Saturday at First Presbyterian Church of Myrtle Beach with the Rev. Bobby Wilkes officiating.
Sign guestbook at www. goldfinchfuneralhome.com or at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tidelands Hospice, 2591 North Fraser St., Georgetown, SC 29440 or First Presbyterian Church of Myrtle Beach, PO Box 1306, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Clifford Rice
Sharon Kemerer
March 29, 2006
Dear Blake and Mrs. Rice,
So sorry to hear of Duke's passing. Steve and I were out of town in Daytona at that time so I did not get the newspapers that week and did not know till I just read the e-mail. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve lost both of his parents in the last year and a half so we really feel for you.
Loving thoughts to both of you,
Sharon and Steve kemerer
Betty Reid
March 25, 2006
Dottie,
I just learned of Duke's passing this week when I talked with Saundra. I know that the journey of the past few years were difficult for both of you. You are very much in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you can find comfort in knowing that Duke is at peace.
Love,
Betty
Donnalee Tripp
March 12, 2006
Dear Mrs.Rice,
I am an ultrasound tech at Waccamaw community Hospital- I saw your husband about every 2 to 3 weeks for his procedures and I so enjoyed visiting with him as we were performing his exam. He was always a joy to talk to and was always upbeat and smiling. He will be missed by our department.
My heart goes out to you and your family.
Donnalee Tripp, RDMS
Dorothy Long
March 10, 2006
Dot and Family,
Eric and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. I know the alumni group enjoyed knowing him, and were honored to have him in Myrtle Beach. Our best to you and your family. Always know you are welcome to be part of the Hokie family. We hope to see you in the future when you are ready.
Sincerely,
Eric and Dorothy Long
Lloyd McClung
March 10, 2006
Hokies are so blessed that Duke came our way. We know that his legacy as a fine family man will extend for generations. Our sympathies are strongly 'in your court' and we look forward to a more fitting reunion in the next life. God Bless You.
tom baker
March 10, 2006
I me duke last summer in person after we corresponded on the tech website. i am a UVA grad, but I knew Chuck noe, jimmy graves, and lewis mills and had UVa pals from St. X.
we enjoyed a wonderful visit talking basketball. although he was 20 years my elder, we were united by love of the game and our mutual friends. I counted him as one. he was a fine man who stood for all that is good about sports. A true kentucky/virginia gentleman. I am proud to have know him and I will miss his posts. I was looking forward to another visit this year. God bless you all.
Alan & Sylvia Stadler
March 10, 2006
Dottie & Family ----We were so sorry to hear about Duke's passing.We have lost a great friend and a True Hokie. May God be -- . with all of you at this time. With deepest sympathy Alan & Sylvia Stadler
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
Make a Donation
in Clifford Rice's name
Memorial Events
for Clifford Rice
How to support Clifford's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Clifford Rice's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
