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Jim Rice Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Jim Rice of Rochester, New York, born in Mineral Wells, Texas, who passed away on July 12, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jim Rice to pay them a last tribute.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Jim's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Jim's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Ed Love Rice and Easly Hill; his wife Patricia Della Rocco Rice; his children, James Rice Jr. of Rochester, NY and Stephanie Maria Rice of Macedon, NY.; and his sisters, Ruby Kelly of Texas and Catherine Rice of Texas. He was also cherished by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Friday, July 25th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home (Egypt Location) (7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd, Fairport, NY 14450).

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be sent in Jim's honor to the Fairport Lions Club PO Box 0276 Fairport NY 14450.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home



Fri

July 25

Visitation

Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home (Egypt Location)
7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd, Fairport, NY 14450

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