James Matthew Rice

Rock Creek – James Matthew Rice, age 52, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Eagle Point Skilled Care and Rehabilitation in Orwell. He was born on April 12, 1970 in Warren the son of Alan and Joan (Wilson) Rice. He worked for various spring production companies for the past 25 years. He enjoyed reading, watching TV and farming. James is survived by his son, Matthew Rice, siblings Amy Rice, Scott Rice, Kim (Danny) Reed, Greg (Helen) Manross, Bruce (Gwen) Manross, many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Alan and Joan Rice.

All services will take place at Rock Creek Union Cemetery Chapel, Stiles Ave., Rock Creek, OH 44084, on Friday, September 16, 2022. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. followed by a 12:00 p.m., funeral service officiated by Pastor William McMinn. Per Jim’s request do not send flowers, make memorial contributions to Ashtabula Co. Animal Protective League, 5970 Green Rd., Ashtabula, OH 44004 or American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Envelopes will be available at the chapel. Services have been entrusted to Paine Funeral Home, 140 E. Main St., Orwell, OH 44076. Condolences may be made at painefuneralhome.com

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