Robert Edward Rice's obituary , Passed away on June 8, 2025 in Asheville, North Carolina

Robert Edward Rice

March 18, 1943 - June 8, 2025 (82 years old)

Asheville, North Carolina

Robert Edward Rice's obituary , Passed away on June 8, 2025 in Asheville, North Carolina

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Madison Funeral Services

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Robert Edward Rice

March 18, 1943 - June 8, 2025 (82 years old)

Asheville, North Carolina

Robert Edward Rice Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Robert Edward Rice of Asheville, North Carolina, who passed away at the age of 82, on June 8, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Robert Edward Rice or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parent Atlas Rice; his wife Barbara Jean "June" Shelton Rice; and his siblings, Eldridge Rice (late Pat) and Barbara Jean Rice. He is survived by: his sister Judy Randall (Bobby) of Weaverville, NC; his nieces, Angela Anderson (Chris) and Marsha Holbrook (Robert); his great-nephew Dalton; his great-nieces, Daylyn, Ryley and Brinkley; and his close friends, Buddy and Brenda Cook.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 12th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Madison Funeral Services (1750 NC-213, Marshall, NC 28753). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 12th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Madison Funeral Services



Thu

June 12

Visitation

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Madison Funeral Services
1750 NC-213, Marshall, NC 28753

Thu

June 12

Funeral service

2:00 PM

Madison Funeral Services
1750 NC-213, Marshall, NC 28753

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