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Donald Francis Rice

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Donald Rice Obituary

Don passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 surrounded by his family and friends, losing his battle with cancer shortly after celebrating his 30th wedding anniversary with his darling wife, Carol. Don is survived by his wife, Carol; his mother, Maria; his brother, Albert and wife, Jan; and his brothers-in-law, Tom Coca and wife, Cathy; and Ron Coca. Don and Carol began earnestly studying the Bible with Jehovah's Witnesses in July, 2009 and were baptized in symbol of their dedication to Jehovah God on July 3, 2010 and became part of the Lake Plaza Congregation. He will be dearly missed. A memorial service will be held for Don on Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses located at 1150 Crandall Dr., Security, CO 80911.

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 13, 2010.

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Carol Rice

February 3, 2011

This was and is the greatest love of my life. It will be 6 months on the 10th of this month and I am still waiting for him to come back home to me and Sam. I love you Daddy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Allen Schwab

August 31, 2010

Like so many in this community, we live under a roof of Don's making. He was an extraordinary craftsman and took great pride in his work. May you rest in peace, Don. Allen & Penny

Gina Huscher

August 15, 2010

Carol, So sorry to hear about Don. Know that you are in my Thoughts and Prayers at this time of Sorrow. If you need something let me know.He was very fortunate to have someone who loved him so dear like you. So Sorry.

August 13, 2010

On behalf of ABC SUPPLY and myself I would like to express my condolences to Don's family. He was a great man and his presence at the store will be sorely missed.
Mike Reed, Colorado Springs

Anna & Bessie Kishman

August 13, 2010

Carol, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. Aunt Bessie Kishman and your cousin Anna Kishman

Mick and Lindsey Comes

August 13, 2010

Carol, we will always be here for you and we will always hold Don in our hearts. He will be missed greatly and never forgotten. We love you and are just right next door if you ever need anything.

Tasha Roberts

August 13, 2010

Carol, I'm so sorry to hear of Donald's passing. He was a wonderful man and i enjoyed every minute i got to share with you guys during his courageous battle against cancer, he was a blessing to know and i'm glad i got to help treat him.
Thoughts and Prayers are with you
Tasha Roberts

Lori and Doug Orser

August 13, 2010

Carol and family, our prayers are with you. Don's gentle smile and grins will be missed. I'll remember his laugh forever. He is at peace now and no longer suffering. I know none of these words really help you through your grieving process but know that we are thinking of you often and praying that you do not suffer with grief for long. I am always there for you with an ear and some hugs, Lori and Doug

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