| Ronald W. Rice Sr.
February 5, 1949 -November 1, 2009
Ronald W. Rice, Sr., 60, of Great Meadows, lost his two-year battle with cancer on November 1, 2009.
Born: Ron was born in Easton, PA. in 1949.
Personal: Ron and his wife Kathleen and their son Michael lived in Great Meadows for the last 16 years. He graduated from Easton High School in 1967 and immediately enlisted in the Army. He served three years in the Army during the Vietnam War. Ron worked as a Supervisor for the former American National Can in Washington for 35 years, retiring in 2005. He also served as a Corrections Officer for Northampton County, PA., retiring in 2009. He was an avid collector of Elvis memorabilia and a huge Elvis fan. He loved to watch NASCAR and was a fan of Richard Petty.
Survivors: He is survived by his beautiful family, wife, Kathleen Nieuzytek; children, Ron Jr., Christine Graybill and fiancé Ellis Phillips, and Michael; grandchildren, David Graybill and Hailee Rice; brothers, Robert and his wife Sue, Tom; sisters, Linda Pfefferle and husband Dan, Laurie Post and husband Dan; in-laws, Nancy and Steve Nieuzytek (who are great in-laws); Sue and Peter Gechtman; Scott and Naomi Nieuzytek. He was predeceased by his parents, Donald and Beatrice Rice; and brothers Donald Jr. and Terry. Ron was devoted to his family and his most precious moments were times spent with them. His light will shine in our hearts until we meet again.
Services: Family and friends may call on Wednesday November 4, 2009 , from 2 to 4 p.m. & 7 to 9 p.m. at the Warren Hills Memorial Home, 234 W. Washington Ave, Washington, NJ.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday November 5, 2009 at 10 a.m. with Pastor James Scovell officiating. Burial will be at the Pequest Union Cemetery, Great Meadows, NJ.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society. 7 Ridgedale Avenue Ste. 103. Cedar Knolls 07927-1120. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Warren Hills Memorial Home. 234. W. Washington, Ave. Washington, NJ 07882.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Kathy, I was so sorry to hear about Ronnie's passing. I didn't know him personally, but I feel strongly from the way you spoke of him that he lived a very full life and loved you and Michael very much. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Mike Barrett
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Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. he will be missed. "You can shed tears that he is gone, or you can smile because he has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that he'll come back, or you can open your eyes and see all he's left. Your heart can be empty because you can't see him, or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember him only that he is gone, or you can cherish his memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back. Or you can do what he'd want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.” Rest in peace Ronnie Sherri Kelly
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Kathy, Michael, Chrissy, and Ron, We are very sadden and sorry for your loss. May you be comforted knowing he loved you all and is not suffering anymore. May the lord give you comfort in all your hearts. Please accept our sympathy. Love, Hailee Rice Linda Collins, Nancy Ullrich
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Kathy: My heart goes out to you and Michael and the rest of your family as you grieve the loss of Ron. I can honestly say that having worked with Ron for 15 years, I never saw him more happy than when he spoke of you or Michael. God bless,
Warren Wintermute
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KATHY--I WAS SHOCKED AND SADDENED TO LEARN OF RON'S PASSING-I RECALL ALL THE MEMORIES OF YOU AND RON AT AM CAN--LIFE IS SHORT AND SOME ARE TAKEN TOO SOON--GODS BLESSING TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY----RICH HANSON
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ron, you will be missed by all. Everyone who knew you enjoyed being in your company. You were a great Husband, Father, Friend and I was proud to be you’re 'Uncle-in-Law' Rest in Peace, Dear Friend. Mully
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dear Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss and wish that we could be there to support you and your family today. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Chrissy (Gorman), Joey and Trey Zanghi
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