of Benton, AR
October 10, 1918 - December 25, 2019
Woodrow Rice, 101, of Benton, passed into the loving arms of his Savior on Wednesday, December 25, 2019. He was born October 10, 1918 in Blackwell, Arkansas to Floid and Tommey Rice.
Woodrow was a faithful churchgoer and was a member of East End Assembly of God. He thoroughly enjoyed bowling and fishing, but you could often find him enjoying an old western movie. He was employed by Orbit Valve Company for 36 years.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 71 years, Narvell Rice; daughter, Carolyn Rice; son, Learl Rice; granddaughter, Kelly Dixon; brothers, Sidney, Charles, and Floyd Rice; and sisters, Annie Swope, Cora Virden, Clara Gibson, Athelene Smith, and Etta Mae Rice.
Woodrow is survived by his children Mark Rice and wife Barbara; Paul Rice, daughter Linda Sue Brown, and daughter-in law Sandra Rice; nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 22 great-great grandchildren, and many other extended family members and friends. He will be missed but his memory will be cherished and his legacy will continue on through those who loved and cared for him throughout his long and accomplished life.
Funeral Service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 4, 2020 in the Chapel of Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home, 6700 Alcoa Road, Benton. Visitation will be Friday, January 3, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Roller-Alcoa.
Interment will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park in Alexander.
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12 Condolence(s)
Sandy Mosier
Saturday, January 11, 2020
I loved my Uncle Woodrow. Such a sweet man. God blessed him with a long life and now Heaven is blessed with him. Many prayers for all the family for comfort. ( Sandy Rice, Uncle Charles daughter) Love you all Love Sandy, Dan and my Mama, Martha Nell
Sarah Rhodes
Saturday, January 4, 2020
They say you aren't supposed to have a favorite, when your in the healthcare field like me...I say whoever "they" is, never met Woodrow. I can't explain the impact he had on my life. There are no words...
Shakyra Adams
Friday, January 3, 2020
I loved me some MR. Rice . It was a pleasure to meet him and take care of him for 7 months ! He was an awesome man & I will take his advice on how to live 100 plus years. Rest In Love , you’ll be truly missed â¤ï¸
Bennie Lawhon
Friday, January 3, 2020
He was a great man and will be missed. I enjoyed all the time we had together. Praying for all the family.
Hailey B
Thursday, January 2, 2020
I got the pleasure of meeting and taking care of Mr.Rice for the past 6 months. He was an amazing and sweet man. We will miss him dearly.
Katie Hoyt
Thursday, January 2, 2020
I had the best time being able to care for Mr. Rice and seeing him turn 100 and 101 years old when I worked with Amberwood. He was a very kind and loving gentleman the entire time I had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be greatly missed. I know he enjoyed his Hershey kisses and oatmeal.
Vicki Green
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Mark & Barbara - I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Kelly Moore
Sunday, December 29, 2019
Brother Rice, and I attended East End Pentecost Church for many years together. Bro. Rice is a true example of what a Man of God truly was. He would get up to testify and just thank God for all he had done for him. I never heard him speak a bad word about anyone, He loved everyone no matter who they were. His smile and laughter made him glow. Rest in Love Brother Rice and see you one day soon.
Kelly (Watkins) Moore.
Jeanette King
Sunday, December 29, 2019
I have not met Mr. Rice but I knew and loved his son Learl very much. I know Woodrow Rice was a man to be respected and loved because he raised his son to reflect this. God be with his family and friends.
Jackie E Lawhon
Sunday, December 29, 2019
I worked with Woodrow for many years at Orbit Valve Company. He was a good friend. We also bowled together on the same team. God be with you and your family Mark.
Diana Howard
Friday, December 27, 2019
So sorry for this loss.
Prayers to the family.
Steve Harris