James R. "Jim" Rice's obituary , Passed away on October 19, 2025 in Hastings, Michigan

James R. "Jim" Rice

August 4, 1956 - October 19, 2025 (69 years old)

Hastings, Michigan

James R. "Jim" Rice's obituary , Passed away on October 19, 2025 in Hastings, Michigan

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Bowerman Funeral Home

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James R. "Jim" Rice

August 4, 1956 - October 19, 2025 (69 years old)

Hastings, Michigan

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James R. Rice Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on October 19, 2025, at the age of 69, James R. Rice (Hastings, Michigan) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Rice and Mary Rice (Lind); his brother Scot Rice; his father-in-law Carroll Smith; and his brother-in-law Carroll B. Smith.

He is survived by: his wife Alicia Rice of Harvey; his brother Jeffrey Rice of Lansing; his mother-in-law Alexandra Smith; and his siblings-in-law, Mark Smith (Terry), Mandy Tye (Joel) and Amy Smith. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Jim's memory to the Green Street Methodist Church or UPAWS (815 S. State Highway M553, Gwinn, MI 49841.) To order memorial trees in memory of James "Jim" R. Rice, please visit our.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
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Oct 24

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Green Street Methodist Church
209 W Green St, Hastings, MI 49058

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Oct 24

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Green Street Methodist Church
209 W Green St, Hastings, MI 49058

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