MaryEllen M. Rice Obituary

We bid farewell to MaryEllen M. Rice of Fort Wayne, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 25, 2025 at the age of 89. MaryEllen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Dr. Leland Stanford and Grace K. McKeeman; her husband Edward B. Rice; and her siblings, Stanford McKeeman and Joan M. Martin.

She is survived by: her sons, Stanford E. Rice (Susan) of Fort Wayne, Daniel B. Rice (Tina) of Warsaw and John D. Rice (Tricia) of Warsaw; and her grandchildren, Alexandra Price (James), William, Michael, Samuel, Hannah, Daniel, Elizabeth and Christina Rice.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials. Contributions may be directed to Stillwater Hospice, Embassy Theatre Foundation, Magical Meadows Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center, or Edward B. Rice Nursing Scholarship at Saint Francis University.