Freeman Denver Rice

Franklin, NC - Freeman Denver Rice, age 70, of Franklin passed away Monday, March 18, 2013. Born in Jackson County, he was the son of the late Barney and Rosa Kelly Rice. He was married to the late Doris McKinney Rice. He owned his own landscaping business; liked to play bluegrass music and was of the Baptist faith. He was a loving father and grandfather.

Mr. Rice is survived by his daughter, Rosa Robinson and husband Kenneth of Tuckasegee; two sons, Mitchell Rice and wife Susan and Tony Rice all of Cashiers; two brothers, Doyle Rice of Cashiers and Rev. Oliver Rice of Satolah, GA, and 16 grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael Rice.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 22, at 2:00 pm at Heady Mountain Baptist Church with Rev. Johnny Norris and Rev. Burliss Powell officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Rice, Daryl Rice, Kenneth Rice, Chris Rice, Maverick Riddle and Brad Rice. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6:00 8:00 pm at the church.

Bryant Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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