Bobby F. Rice

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Bobby F. Rice

72, a resident of Farmington, Arkansas, passed away April 7, 2008 at Springdale, Arkansas. He was born January 15, 1936 at Prairie Grove, Arkansas, the son of Dallas and Mary Ellen Branch Rice.

Bobby worked for Jones Lumber Company for more than forty years. He was a United States Air Force Veteran. He was a past Volunteer Fireman for the Prairie Grove Fire Department where he served as the Fire Chief. He served on the Prairie Grove City council and he was a member of the Prairie Grove Lion’s Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Peggie Rice of the home; one son, Keith Rice and one daughter, Pam Rice both of Farmington, Arkansas; three brothers, Marvin Rice and Donnie Rice both of Farmington, Arkansas, and Jerry Rice of Mid West City, Oklahoma; three sisters, Betty Sargent of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, Carol Wagner of San Angelo, Texas, and Linda Rice of Springdale, Arkansas; five grandchildren, Candace Childers, Terry Voyles, Natasha Tustin, Justin Tyree, and Hailey Rice; five great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Wednesday night from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.

Funeral Services will be held Thursday, April 10, 2008 - 10:00 at the Prairie Grove Christian Church, Prairie Grove, Arkansas, with Vance Eubanks officiating. Burial will be in the National Cemetery Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Memorials may be made the Prairie Grove Christian Church 611 Wayne Villines Rd. - Prairie Grove, AR 72753 or the Earlene Jones Hospice Home 901 Jones Rd. - Springdale, AR 72762.

Pallbearers will be Paul Jones, Bill Morrison, Jackie Clark, Justin Tyree, Terry Voyles, and Bill Tyree.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com

Funeral Service

Thursday, April 10, 2008
10:00 am

Prairie Grove Christian Church - Prairie Grove, Arkansas

Visitation

Wednesday, April 09, 2008
10:00 am - 8:30 pm

Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas with the family being present from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Final Resting Place

National Cemetery

General

Date of Birth: Jan 15, 1936

Date of Death: Apr 7, 2008

Age: 72

Documents

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Just want to send my love & warmest thoughts to you all ... I certainly looked forward to seeing Bobby during coffee club time @ One Stop while working on the weekends. We could always stir up something for a laugh or story. I don't have to tell you what you already know, he will be missed dearly. Much Love, Trish

Trish (thurman) Hampton - Friend

To Carol and family. So sorry to here of your loss.

Sandra Easley

My sympathies to all of our family. I wish I could be there and visit with my family I have not been able to meet. I am so sorry to see that Bobby Rice passed away. I cannot recall having ever met Dallas. Forest Rice married Leales Fidler, and Grandpa and Grandma Rice were the only Grandparents I knew on Dad's side of the family. I remember fondly when they would come and visit me in Lincoln, those were really great times for me. I regret I never got to know more of my Dad's and Grandpa's side of the family. I do remember Uncle Kenneth Rice when Grandma and Grandpa Rice moved to California. I got to see pictures of Kenny, Evelyn and their son.

Pat (fidler)bain - Relative

Pam,Peggy and Justin, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Can't imagine the sorrow but I know there are fond and happy memories, hope that time will heal.

Melissa Jameson & Family - Family Friend

to Pam and all family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen Weddle Graybill - Friend

So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Virgil And Marilyn Lamproe - Friend

I'll never forget Bobby...He was a brother to my Dad..Even though its been years, I feel his loss..My love to ya'll...

Cathy Fidler Davidson - Cousin

We were sadden to read about the passing of Bobby. Bruce and I just wanted you and your family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Janet & Bruce Moulden - Neighbor

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ,BOBBY WAS A GREAT MAN AND I WOULD LIKE TELL THE WHOLE FAMILY HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.I KNOW IT WILL BE REAL HARD I WENT THROUGT IT .

Peggy & Sonny Smith-Kids - Life Long Friends

I love you uncle Bob.You were my favorite uncle. You would do anything for anyone. You took me to the coffee shop once. I really liked that. But now you can't take me there anymore. We all love you.

Thomas Jeter - Nephew

Dear Donnie , I was saddened to hear of your brothers passing. I know how hard it is to lose someone regardless of the way it happens. My sympathy goes to you and the rest of the family and may God grant you peace and comfort for the times ahead. I will be unable to be at he funeral because of Thursday Bible School but my thought are with you. In Christian love Larry Krudwig

Larry Krudwig

Dearest Pam and family, I'm so sorry for your loss, just know that your dad has left many memories for people to remember him by and will be thought of often. My heart goes out to you and your family in this time. Just know if you need anything that I'm just a call away.

Jeannie Moffett - Friend

I just wanted you all to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I would be back home in a heartbeat to be there for you guys if I could be.

Mallory Mounce

loved by us as friend brother and cousin . god bless all of you.

Ken And Eve Rice - Friend --Brother --Cousin

My heartfelt sympathy to the family of Bob. Bob and I were in the 1954 graduating class of Prairie Grove, and played basketball together. I remember that Bob made the All Tournament team when we won the Springdale Invitational Tournament. I always thought a lot of him, as he was a dear friend. We will all miss him.

Dale Reeves - Friend

So sorry to hear of your loss. Bobby was a terrific person, who we met through the Rice and Fidler families. Our thoughts are with you.

Bob And Barb Blume - Friends

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We were all so glad that we got to see Uncle Bob at Christmastime. I remember Uncle Bob asking Thomas if he wanted to dig dandelions when Thomas was about two years old - it must have been the first time that we visited after Thomas was born. Thomas didn't even know what a dandelion was!! But he loved digging them up with Uncle Bob! And I can remember Uncle Bob taking me out in the cow pasture and letting me "drive" his red pick up truck. I must have been around 4 or 5, I guess. The best thing about Uncle Bob was that he always doing something for you that you didn't even know that you needed done. He was the only grandpa that I ever had and now I hate that I didn't ever really spend a lot of time with him. I wish that I could be there to just sit with you all and hold your hands. I know how hard it is for you. Know that we are all thinking about you and that we love you so much.

Krista And Beth - Niece

With tears in my eyes, all I can think to say is...Uncle Bobby will always be in my heart. I wish I could be there to give hugs to all.

Janna Powell - Niece

My dearest Peggie & family, we are so sad for your loss. Your family video shows what a wonderful life Bobby had. We hope you & your family will heal quickly. Just remember you will all see him again one day in Heaven. God Bless you & keep you. We Love You, Les & Jimmie

Les & Jimmie McBroom - Peggie's, Long Time Friends

I don't know if I've ever met a more steadfast, hard working honest man than Bobby Rice. He was dedicated to his family and respected by everyone that knew him. I have known and loved the Rice family for 35 years and still love them and think of them as my family. Bobby and Peggy treated me like their own child when I was growing up with Pam as my best friend. As kids we thought he was tough on us then as we matured we realized he loved us enough to instill great values in us. I am so sad Bobby is gone and that his family will have this void in their lives. I know that Pam will feel this loss tremendously and my heart breaks for her.

Becky Baugh - Family Friend

our prayers for the family.

Troy Curtsinger - Friend

Will always remember Bobby & Peggy comming in the Dari-ette on Friday nights. He always thought the world of Peggy.

Nita Calvert - Aquaintance

Peggy, Pam and Keith, We are so sorry for the loss of Bobby. He was always someone you saw with a smile and a hello for everyone. He cared about his family, his friends and his community. We are proud to have known him. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Harold and Allyne

Harold And Allyne Bottoms - Friends

Dear Peggy and family. We are so very sorry for the loss of Bobby. Bobby was always my friend. I saw the notice in the paper and planned to come to the service, but with mom being sick at the time I let it slip my mind until to late to attend. You are in our prayers. Ron & Sandra Spencer

Ronald & Sandra Spencer - Friend

We are sorry to hear of your loss, Bobby was a very nice person, We were neighbors with The Rice family, and Mary babysat me while my mom Maxine Redfern worked, I went to school with jerry and linda and I got to visit with Mary many times in the nursing home where my mother is at. Jerry used to come to our house and hang out with my brother Butch,our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you, may God Bless You

Cathy Rhodes (redfern) - Friend