Franklin T. Rice Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Franklin T. Rice of Ackley, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 94, on November 3, 2020. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Franklin T. Rice to show support.

He was predeceased by: his former wives, Esther Frisk of Ackley and Ellen; and his grandson Matthew Rassier. He is survived by: his wife Marylou Bear; his daughters, Jan Rassier and Leigh Washburn; and his grandchildren, Erika Washburn, Michael Harrington and Heather Kay. He is also survived by six great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Woodley Funeral Home, LLC

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June 16, 2021

Carolyn Watermiller wrote a sympathy message

“My brother, Bill Witt and I (Carolyn Witt Watermiller) will always cherish the memories of Mr. Rice's lessons we learned in band. They include a love of good music., learning to work as ensembles and teams, striving to improve our musicianship, and self-discipline. We always had such a great time in all the band activities with our friends. This past Chrisrmas my husband, David, bought me a clarinet, which I enjoy playing now so much. I hope you know how special Mr. Rice was to do many of us.”

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