Lora Ann Rice Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Lora Ann Rice (Woodruff, South Carolina). Lora, born on May 9, 1961, passed away on September 5, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lora Ann Rice to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Lora for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Lora’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Willie Holmes and Vera Jones Ballenger; her husband Frank Rice Sr.; and her children, Tawanna Coker (Patrick) of Chesnee, SC, Shermeca Ferguson of Woodruff, SC, Nina Jones of Spartanburg, SC, Shirlene Young of Inman, SC and Frank Jones Jr. of Spartanburg, SC.
Viewing was held on Friday, September 18th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the J. Gist Memorial Chapel. A funeral service was held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Switzer Mt. Zion Baptist Church.
