Willis "Papa Bud" Rice Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2025 in Chickamauga, Georgia

Willis "Papa Bud" Rice Jr.

July 13, 1930 - January 23, 2025 (94 years old)

Chickamauga, Georgia

Willis "Papa Bud" Rice Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2025 in Chickamauga, Georgia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wilson Funeral Homes

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Willis "Papa Bud" Rice Jr.

July 13, 1930 - January 23, 2025 (94 years old)

Chickamauga, Georgia

Willis Rice Jr. Obituary

The passing of Willis Rice Jr. of Chickamauga, Georgia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 23, 2025 at the age of 94. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Willis Rice Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

Though Willis has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his wife Joyce Louise Ward Rice; and his daughter Lisa Rice. He is survived by: his stepsons, Tim Perkins (Tonya) and Robert Ted Perkins (Barbara); and his brother Richard Rice. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and numerous extended family & friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 8th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Wilson Funeral Homes - Chickamauga Chapel (215 Lee Ave, Chickamauga, GA 30707). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 8th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wilson Funeral Homes



Sat

Feb 08

Visitation

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Wilson Funeral Homes - Chickamauga Chapel
215 Lee Ave, Chickamauga, GA 30707

Sat

Feb 08

Celebration of life

3:00 PM

Wilson Funeral Homes - Chickamauga Chapel
215 Lee Ave, Chickamauga, GA 30707

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