Shane Rice Obituary
Shane Ward Rice was born March 27, 1965 and passed away at home on January 20, 2026 following a long illness.
Shane worked the majority of his adult life in the Heating and Air Conditioning trade, eventually owning his own company, Superior Heat and Air. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was very much a family man who cherished his children and grandchildren.
Shane is survived by his children Steven Rice, Kymberly Bushrow, Jennifer Rice, 5 grandchildren, his brother Holt (Rhonda) Rice, sisters Rheata (Mark) Steen, Roxie (Roy) Huston, Rorri Adams, and Robyn (David) Huston. He was preceded in death by parents William and Jeannie Rice, and brother Cody Rice. Shane is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
At Shane’s request no service will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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