Name: Calling hours for Michael L. Rice
Start: 2016-04-24T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-04-24T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Shorts-Spicer-Crislip Funeral Home - Streetsboro

Michael L. Rice

Michael L. Rice, 55, of Kent, formerly of Streetsboro, passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Wade Park VA Hospital in Cleveland.

He was born December 9, 1960 in Cleveland, Ohio to Harry and Maxine (Moore) Rice. He had lived in the Kent area for 23 years and was formerly of Streetsboro. Mike worked in security for several establishments and was a professional wrestler. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.

He enjoyed bodybuilding, powerlifting and helping others with different types of fundraisers, but most of all Mike loved his family.

Survivors include his parents, Harry and Maxine Rice of Streetsboro; his children, Robbie Rice, Daniella Rice, Gabriella Rice, all of Kent; his granddaughter, Emilee; his fiancee' Kim Kapis and her children Jasmine Colon and Jordyn Kapis; his siblings, Theresa (Bill) Smith of Streetsboro, Darrell (Jacie) Rice of Texas, Greg (Linda) Rice of Brimfield, twin brother Mark Rice of California and Bob (Joey) Rice of Arizona.

Calling hours will be Sunday, April 24, 2016 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Homes Streetsboro Chapel, where funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, with Pastor Bobby Shaw officiating. Burial will follow service at Evergreen Cemetery Streetsboro, Ohio. Memorial donations may be made to the family in care of Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Homes. Condolences and memories of Mike may be shared with the family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Apr. 23, 2016.

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Davy Konzen

April 17, 2020

Yeah ..mike was my neighbor ..I think I was in 4th grade ..he teased me cuz I had a crush on a cutie pie named Janet taylor ..we were on our swing set ..I denied it and threw a pop bottle at him ..he said : what did you do that for !! ..I was kind of shy with girls back then .
Mike never was !! .

Wish I could have taken some pointers from him

Debbie Jones

April 25, 2016

I am saddened to hear about Mikes passing. Heaven has another angel. My heart goes out to the family. May he rest in peace.

Jason Brake

April 25, 2016

I'm sorry to hear bout your loss, Mike was always friendly outgoing, worked for him at Zar, great personality, great person period. Will be missed brother, heart goes out to the family, Robbie, Gabby, I'm sorry I couldn't make it, but my prayers and feelings go out to you all...

Steve Ramey

April 24, 2016

I was fortunate to have worked with Mike on and off for a number of years in wrestling. He was always great towards me from the day we me to the last time I saw him. He will truly be missed by anybody who knew him. Goodbye my friend!!!

Deb Wilkins

April 24, 2016

I remember Mike so well from school. He had an amazing smile that could light up the world. Perhaps now Heaven is a brighter place because of him. I am sure he will be missed by those that love him here on Earth. I am praying for his loved ones and the void they must be feeling. Rest easy Mike. Big hugs, Deb XO

Phil Monahan

April 24, 2016

God bless you brother. You will be missed.

April 24, 2016

we all think of someone who passes away as a loss. like we have some right to take some sort of possesion .we just dont have that right . we are creations of the creator i know i had to look at it a different way . i believe when someone gives even a moment of their time and love . it is a gift !it is all gain .hold on to one another

Shannon Bradford

April 24, 2016

I met Mike when I use to live in Ohio and I would go to Lux. Whenever I went, I would see him and we would chit chat about working out. He always remembered me even if it's been a couple months since my last outing. Even though he looked the part of a big muscular guy that could kick butt; he had more of the mannerism of a dad; by making sure no harm was inflicted on any of the ladies. The last time I saw Mike was in December 2011; before I moved to Arizona. He wished me the best of luck on my new future and career. Mike was definitely one of a kind, my condolences go out to his family and friends. He will truly be missed.

Denise (frog) Caudill-baughman

April 24, 2016

I got to know mike at the gym. He told us about the wrestling (even colder). So when I ran in to him at the giant eagle parking lot, I couldn't help myself. I yelled O.M.G. It's stone cold! And when the people started running over to him......I just kept walking. He also came in to my work at the pharmacy and I did the same thing. He turned all red, then he turned around to walk away. I ran after him and he said he was going to kill me. We had a lot of fun, and he will be greatly missed.

Denise (frog) Caudill-baughman

April 24, 2016

I got to know mike at the gym. He told us about the wrestling, (even colder). So when I ran in to him in the parking lot of giant eagle I couldn't help myself and yelled Omg! It's stone cold! People started running over to him, and I just kept walking. He also came in to where I work, and I did the same thing. His face turned red and turned around to leave and I ran after him. He told me he was going kill me. We had fun. He was a great guy and he will be missed.

Latanya Green

April 24, 2016

My prayers are with your family. He was a kind spirit who cared truly cared for people.

John Holman

April 23, 2016

My condolences to the Rice family. Though I knew him only through his brother Greg, he was always very kind and easily approachable and friendly. May God hold him now, in His loving arms and may the family be comforted by His love.

Heather Burgess

April 23, 2016

I'm very saddened to hear of Mikes passing. I moved up here last year and only knew him for a brief time from when he would come into the bank. He was such a great guy; so nice and always smiling even when we knew it was hard for him. I'm so happy to have met him!! We're going to miss him!

Stephannie

April 23, 2016

My friends and I met Michael during his time working at lux. He was a very kind and loving person. He always kept a close eye on us to keep us out of harms way. Very sorry to hear of his loss but I am very glad to hear he is at peace now.

Maria Kendall

April 23, 2016

May the peace and love of God give your family peace and comfort during this difficult time. Prayers for your loving family.

Michelle Tennant

April 23, 2016

Michael was a nice man and a good friend you will be misst . good bless you.

Sefanie Finell

April 23, 2016

Sorry to hear of your loss- Mike was the best! I worked with mike at stouffers, played softball with him and took my daughter to see him wrestle as Even Colder. Love u Mike- rest in peace.

Nicholas Royer

April 23, 2016

RIP Even Colder

The Cook Family

April 23, 2016

Our prayers go out to the Family during this time of bereavement. We loved him, But God loved him more. Rest in Peace Mike.

Courtney Conwell

April 23, 2016

He was by far my favorite security guard ever. He was always laughing and having a GREAT time. I am truly sorry for your loss may God be with you all.

Chris Samples

April 23, 2016

Lots of special needs kids will alway remember "Even Colder" for his kindness. He came to visit my son who has cerebral palsy and we will remember his visit and the many times we saw him at wrestling matches. He was a very special man and made many feel like a "super hero" too.

Annette (Nanny) Errera

April 23, 2016

So sorry for your loss.

Deb goeden

April 23, 2016

From announcing football games to having bonfires and watching each others kids grow up you were a great friend and I will miss you. Never forgotten♡

Ashley Baggetta

April 23, 2016

You were an amazing guy, thank you for all the smiles you've brought to everyone. Always and forever #teammike

Gloria Kestranek

April 23, 2016

To Robbie and Families,

Although we never met your dad, know that Michael, you and your family will be in our prayers.

May you find contentment in the days ahead with the memories of your dad.

With Love, Bob and Gloria Kestranek

Brett

April 23, 2016

Condolences to Family and friends.

Kelly Mahoney

April 23, 2016

So very sorry to hear about Mike's passing, he is truly a kind and genuine soul. Mike spoke of his children often with so much love in his heart. He will be missed.

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