Joseph A. Rice Jr.

I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU

Sending Much love from everyone on Sylan Lake! Ya left us too soon Big Joe! Ariella loved dancing and yelling across the water to you! Theo loved honking the horn on your boat! We will miss your spirit and presence. Sending love to Krys too, so sorry for your loss! ~ Christine and Curtis Glasper

Joe Rice is the name that has always stuck with me , as a freshman learning how to play football, he always challenged us to be better than he was and honestly none of us were. Joe taught us to never give up never quit he would scream it in our faces, those are words I've held on my whole life, You just don't forget , it pains me to see his picture and no he's gone even though I haven't seen Joe in many years . Hold the gates open Joe we'll all be there soon enough Peace and prayers for you and your family

Joe was a huge part of what made us successful and we are forever grateful! We love you big Fella and thank you for the memories.
1983 & 1984
Saginaw Valley Football Teams

Even though I havent see Joe in many years, the impact he had on his teammates and myself at SVSU was immeasurable. Joe was a force of nature on the football field and a gentle giant off it. I pray for strength for his family and friends. I pray that Joe finds peace with our God. His impact and memories will live on in all of us they were fortunate to know him.
Rusty Mandle
SVSU 83