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Paul Thomas RICE

Paul Thomas RICE obituary, Stillwater, MN

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Paul RICE Obituary

Age 53 Of Stillwater It is with great sadness that Paul peacefully passed away surrounded by his family and loved ones, at his home on Thursday, April 25, 2019. He was an outstanding father, brother, son, companion and friend. He loved all outdoor activities, cracking jokes, watching Wild Hockey. Most of all he loved spending time with family and friends. He was a great co-worker to many throughout his 34-year career at Brown & Bigelow. Preceded in death by his beloved father, Richard J. Rice; grandparents, George and Terri Rheault, and Walter and Irene Rice. He is survived by his loving family: daughters, Nicole and Grace; his mother, Rosemary J (Rice) (Mark) D'Andrea; siblings, Peter Rice, Scott Rice (Carolyn Hennum), Kim (Brian) Baldus, Jeffrey Rice and James (Stacie) Rice; his significant other, Nancy Ballod; godson/nephew Jake; Uncle Gary and Aunt Laurie Rheault; cousins. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at the Church of Saint Michael, 611 S. 3rd St., Stillwater, MN 55082 with a visitation one hour prior to the Mass in the church atrium. Private family interment will be at a later date. May God bless the memory of Paul and all those he touched in his life. He will be missed and cherished forever.


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Published by Pioneer Press on Apr. 28, 2019.

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Peter Rice

May 1, 2025

Rest in peace Paul.

Peter Rice

May 3, 2019

I will miss my Brother deeply, we didn't say it, we didn't need to, but we were best friends. I thank everyone for keeping him in their thoughts and prayers.

Peter Rice

May 1, 2019

Paul was indeed one of the best! He was always happy to help regardless of how busy he was. And he was always smiling! Nici and Nancy, my heart goes out to you. You and your family will be in my heart and prayers. He will be greatly missed.

Mary Olson

May 1, 2019

Paul was such a kind and happy soul and a gentleman. My heart goes out to his family at this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I was so fortunate to have been able to work with such a kind and thoughtful person.

Mary Olson

May 1, 2019

Paul was such a kind and happy soul and a gentleman. He was a bright light. I was fortunate to be able to work with Paul at B&B. My deepest condolences and prayers to his family.

Charles Rogers

April 30, 2019

Paul was indeed a lifelong friend. I worked with Paul for 17 years. We enjoyed fishing, refreshments and just exchanging humor. He truly will be missed by so many. RIP old buddy.

April 29, 2019

To the family,

I express my deepest condolences at this time of sorrow. I pray for your strength as each day passes. Continue to reflect on the memories that brought so much joy. Seek refuge in the God of all comfort and he will sustain you.

NMG

Gloria Smith

April 29, 2019

Enjoyed Working with him at Brown and Bigelow...he was always happy to help people.

April 28, 2019

So sad. Paul was such a great guy, helpful co-worker and friend. He will be missed.
MJ Dempsey
former B&B co-worker

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Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Church of Saint Michael

611 S. 3rd St., Stillwater, MN

May

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Church of Saint Michael

611 S. 3rd St.,, Stillwater, MN

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