John Wayne Rice

John Wayne Rice obituary, Greenwood, IN

John Wayne Rice

John Rice Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by G.H. Herrmann Funeral Homes - Greenwood on Feb. 2, 2026.
John "Wayne" Rice, 82, of Greenwood, passed away on January 31, 2026. He was born on May 20, 1943 in Morgantown, Kentucky.

He was a veteran of the U.S, Army and a proud member of the American Legion Post #64. He enjoyed fishing, classic cars, and loved IU basketball.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Darlene Rice; his daughter, Danette (John) Muse; grandson John "Tyler" Muse, grandson Jordan "Travis" Muse.

To honor Wayne's request there will be no public services. Arrangements were entrusted to G.H. Herrmann Funeral Home and Cremation Center.

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Joyce Ann Ray Crecelius

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God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kenny hoffman

February 6, 2026

Wayne I will miss you. We had many great times. Were one of my dedicated offices. Around to have been your Commander. Go in peace to Post everlasting and watch over us at Post 64. Kenny Hoffman

Charlene Mccoy

February 4, 2026

The best banana pudding.an,,love and miss you,, Charlene Mccoy

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