Bennie R. Rice Sr. Obituary
The world bids farewell to Bennie R. Rice Sr. of Lakeland, Florida, born in Plant City, Florida, departing on February 17, 2026 at the age of 89. Bennie leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Bennie departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Bennie may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Bennie leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his wife Betty Rice; and his siblings, Carolyn Eady and Danny Rice. He is survived by: his children, Bennie R Rice, Jr. (Brenda) of Plant City and Susan Rice (Jeff Johnson) of Lakeland. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Scott Lake Baptist Church.
