Bobby Joe Rice Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Bobby Joe Rice of Lovington, New Mexico, born in Shreveport, Louisiana, who passed away on January 18, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bobby Joe Rice to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Paul Rice and Mary Rice (Taurner); his wife Jeanette Middleton Rice; his children, Michael Rice and Lori Johnson; and his brother Ralph Rice.
He is survived by: his daughters, Pat Rice and Suzanne Norris; and his grandchildren, Jeremy, Michael, Carolyn, Kelli, Bobby, Samantha, Josh, Lorina, Mesina and Reja. He is also survived by 27 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 23rd 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Kirby-Ratliff Funeral Home (1106 N Main St, Lovington, NM 88260). A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 24th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3720 N Grimes St, Hobbs, NM 88240).
