Carolyn "Sue" Rice's Obituary
Carolyn Sue Rice, age 79, of Pinckneyville, IL went to her heavenly home on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 4:38 a.m., in DuQuoin Nursing and Rehabilitation, DuQuoin, IL, with her children by her side.
Carolyn was born on February 5, 1946, in St. Louis, MO, a daughter to James H. and Fern (Lewis) Hassell. On January 15, 1966, she married Dennis Allen Rice in Cambria, IL, and he preceded her in death on December 12, 2008. Carolyn was an active member at Landmark Apostolic Church in Sparta, IL, where she served as the organist for many decades. She was a wonderful cook and had a love for feeding others. One of her greatest joys was spending time with her family, especially with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her children, Reverend Doug (Lisa) Rice of Sparta, IL and Dana (Murray) Schwengels of Washington, MO; one twin sister, Brenda Guinn of Hazelwood, MO; five grandchildren, Mallory (Bryce) Jones, Landon (Chloe) Rice, Morgan (Christian) Anglin, Austin (Sam Broski) Rice, and Evan Rice; ten great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband; one brother, Richard Hassell; and four sisters, Betty Farrar, Jeanette Conklin, Doris Fetzer, and Edith Farrar.
Funeral services will be held at Landmark Apostolic Church, Sparta, IL on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., with Reverend Doug Rice officiating. Interment will be in Campbell Cemetery, Tamaroa, IL.
Friends may call at Landmark Apostolic Church, Sparta, IL on Sunday, July 20, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Landmark Apostolic Church, 1255 West Broadway, Sparta, IL 62286.
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