Rita Rice's obituary , Passed away on August 29, 2025 in Canal Fulton, Ohio

Rita Rice

August 8, 1958 - August 29, 2025 (67 years old)

Canal Fulton, Ohio

Rita Rice's obituary , Passed away on August 29, 2025 in Canal Fulton, Ohio

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Rita Rice

August 8, 1958 - August 29, 2025 (67 years old)

Canal Fulton, Ohio

Rita Rice Obituary

We bid farewell to Rita Rice of Canal Fulton, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 29, 2025 at the age of 67. Rita 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, Joseph Haas and Mary Ann Nelson (Kimberley); and her stepfather Richard Nelson. She is survived by: her husband Ronald Rice; her sons, Robert Rice (Julie) and Joseph Rice (Nikki); her siblings, John Haas (Twila), Beth Spradling (Steve) and Joe Haas (Lori); and her grandchildren, Ava, Nick, John, Corban and Dylan. She is also survived by her sons and grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wishes Can Happen, an organization that was very special to Rita.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Heitger Funeral Service



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Sep 19

Visitation

Heitger Funeral Home-Jackson Chapel
5850 Wales Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44646

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Sep 20

Visitation

Queen of Heaven Catholic Church
1800 Steese Rd, Uniontown, OH 44685

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Sep 20

Funeral Mass

Queen of Heaven Catholic Church
1800 Steese Rd, Uniontown, OH 44685

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