William M. Rice Obituary
We bid farewell to William M. Rice (Hendersonville, Tennessee), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 4, 2025 at the age of 94. William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William M. Rice to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Miles Patrick Rice and Nellie Mae Rice (Birrer); his former wife Katherine Rebecca Curtis; his wife Carole Ann Hawkins; and his siblings, Harold Rice, Pauline Gammon, Minnie Overton, Ellen Kemp and Dewitt Rice.
He is survived by: his children, Becky Dempsey (Steve), Bob Rice (Leslie) and Susie Thompson (Steve); his grandchildren, Ryan, Alex Dempsey (Carson), Sam, Rob Rice, Kate, Kyle and Drew Thompson; and his great grandchildren, Ari Thompson and Hattie Dempsey.
