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

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.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint James leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 24th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Green Street Methodist Church (209 W Green St, Hastings, MI 49058). A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 24th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

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
Bowerman Funeral Home



Fri

Oct 24

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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

Fri

Oct 24

Memorial service

11:00 AM

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

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