Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Steven Rice Obituary
Steven E. Rice, Sr.
SPRINGFIELD - Steven E. Rice, Sr. departed this life on November 28, 2011 at Memorial Medical Center. He was born November 30, 1954 in Brownsville, TN, the son of Betty Taylor and J.D. Rice. He married Tina M. Rice on June 21, 2011. He worked for Egizii Electric Company for over 25 years and retired. He then worked as a Bus Driver for First Student for 2 years and also worked at Smart Van Shuttle Service. Steven was a member of Worship Deliverance Outreach Ministry.
He was preceded in death by: His mother and father and one brother, Donald Rice.
He leaves to cherish memories: his wife, Tina M. Rice, one son, Steven Rice Jr. (Breanna) of Springfield, IL, one daughter, Khia Morales (Roberto) of Springfield, IL. Brothers: Jimmy Rice of Ripley, TN, Tony Rice (Carol) of Springfield, IL, and Herbert Rice (Andrea) of Springfield, IL. Sisters: Reba Love of Springfield, IL, Brenda Jackson (A. J. Jackson) of Springfield, IL, Alice Rice-Donaldson (Michael) of Springfield, IL, Donna Roberts (Joe) of Milwaukee, WS, Mable Rice, Phyllis Peters of Nashville, TN and Debra Golden of Jackson, TN; three grandchildren; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral Services will be on Saturday December 3, 2011 at Walker Funeral Service Chapel, 2300 East Cook Street, Springfield, IL 62703.
Visitation: 11:00 am -12:00 pm
Funeral Service: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
A second service will be on Monday December 5, 2011 at 12:00 pm in Brownsville, TN. Interment at Magnolia Cemetery, Brownsville, TN.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Steven Rice
December 3, 2011
To the Rice Family,
May the Lord bless you, comfort you and keep you at this time.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Valerie Stoner
Rashawn Smith
December 2, 2011
God bless the rice family
Kathy
December 2, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Steven at First Student, he was such a nice man, his children on his bus (79) will miss him greatly, as we all will at First Student.
Ron Dickerson
December 2, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alice Tyus-Winters
December 2, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 1, 2011
To The Family of Steve Rice:
I had the opportunity to fellowship with Deacon Steve, and being a co-worker of his as well. He was a person with very few words, but words of expression and inspiration was his character around individuals that spoke positive and Godly things. His smiles told all that he was about.
Deacon Steve will be greatly missed, but we will one day see each other again. Stand for what Deacon was about; "JESUS"
Sister Ethel Shannon & Family
Carolyn (Sue) Dickerson
December 1, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cheryl Davis-Payne
December 1, 2011
Sorry for your loss. May GOD embrace you all and comfort you. GOD bless you all in your time of grief.
December 1, 2011
oh man so sorry steve was a good friend you are going to be missed truly one of the good guys good bye my friend charles compton
December 1, 2011
God bless you bro.butch woolery lb ca
Lori Taylor
December 1, 2011
Steven was a sweet, sweet man. His prescence on earth will sorely be missed, but our memories of him will forever live in our hearts. My deepest condolences to his family. God Bless and Godspeed.
Lori Taylor
GLORIASTENE CHAPPELL
December 1, 2011
TO: LITTLE STEVEN E. RICE, JR. OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME. DEATH CAN CLAIM OUR LOVED ONE, BUT BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES WILL LIVE WITH US FOREEVER. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY. LOVE," THE CHAPPELL FAMILY."
The Brown Family
December 1, 2011
Bro. Steve will be truly missed. He was a great man. We will miss seeing him at church.
Michele (Henderson) Wilson & Family
December 1, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results
Make a Donation
in Steven Rice's name
Memorial Events
for Steven Rice
How to support Steven'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 Steven 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
