Robert "Bob" W. Rice Obituary (1951 - 2023)

Georgetown, IN Robert "Bob" W. Rice, 71, passed away at home Thursday morning, April 27, 2023 in Georgetown, IN. He was born in Georgetown, IN on September 11, 1951, the son of Chester Robert and Floretta C. Rock Rice. Bob was a United States Army veteran who served 2 years in Vietnam with notable commendations including a Purple Heart. He had an affinity for woodworking and carpentry. He went on to be a business owner, selling machinery in the woodworking industry. Bob loved music and played the guitar. He also enjoyed motorcycles and loved his friendly felines. He is preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Byran Ruppe. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Deborah Burgenheim Rice of Georgetown, IN; one son, B.J. Rice (Tracy Owens) of Georgetown, IN; three daughters, Heather Weiss (Jerry) of Palmyra, IN, Michelle Snelling (Richard) of Lanesville, IN and Kimberly Benton (Mike) of Indianapolis, IN; four sisters, Linda Waynescott of Georgetown, IN, Sandy Edelen (Lenny) of Ramsey, IN, Pam Dean (Charles) of New Washington, IN and Karen Rice of New Albany, IN; canine companion and best friend, Chewey; ten grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews The funeral ceremony will be at 6 PM, Monday, May 1st at Gehlbach & Royse Funeral Home in Georgetown, IN. Burial will take place at a later date in Edwardsville Cemetery, Edwardsville, IN. Visitation will begin Monday at Noon until 6 PM.