Rodney James Rice Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Rodney James Rice of Du Quoin, Illinois. Rodney, born on August 31, 1953, passed away on September 12, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Rodney for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Rodney’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Everett Douglas Rice and Nancy Lane Rice-Kincaid (Norris); and his stepmother Margie Rice. He is survived by: his children, Nathanael Joshua Conver-Rice of Du Quoin and Desirae Joy Lynn Rice of Du Quoin; his grandchildren, Keylan Conver-Rice, Jocelyn Ford and Harland Ford; his brothers, Stephen Rice (Cindy) of Du Quoin, Relmond Rice (JoAnne) of Kansas City and Michael Rice (Brenda) of Elkville; and his former wife Nancy Carol Rice (Schirmer) of Du Quoin.
