Frances Rice's Obituary
Frances Rice, 61 of Tavares, FL went to be with the Lord on Tuesday July 23, 2019. She was born on Monday, April 14, 1958 in Detroit, MI to Tommy and Alice Shepherd. Frances Moved to Florida in 1989 from Snohomish, Washington. She was an active member of The American Legion, post #35, of Mount Dora, FL. She enjoyed playing poker and spending time with her family. Frances was the life of the party. She was fun-loving, funny and enjoyed making people laugh. On September 26, 1981 in Seattle Washington she married the love of her life, Steven Rice. Frances is predeceased by her father: Tommy Shepherd and brother: Thomas Shepherd. She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years: Steven Rice; Mother: Alice Shepherd; Daughter: Christine Rice, of Tavares, FL; Brother: Glen (Carol) Shepherd, of Marshall, MI; Sisters: Brenda (Norman) Smith, of Burlington, MI and Lula Goodman, of Atkins, MI. Frances was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and friend who will be deeply missed by many. A Memorial service will be held on Sunday August 4, 2019 at 2:00PM. A gathering will be held prior to the service from 1:00PM to 2:00PM. Services will take place at Steverson Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Home, located at: 226 East Burleigh Blvd. Tavares, FL 32778. Following the service, the family invites you to join them for a celebration of life service at the American Legion Post #35, of Mount Dora, FL. Located at; 920 S. Highland St. Mount Dora, FL 32757. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on the tribute wall.
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