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Byron Carl Rice

December 13, 1932 — September 17, 2020

Byron Carl Rice, 87, of Weatherford, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 17, 2020 surrounded by his family.

On Monday, September 21st a visitation will be held at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

Byron was born in Lawton, Oklahoma to the late Ray Rice and Adgy Bard Rice on December 13, 1932. He grew up with his sister, Linda. After high school, Byron attended the University of Oklahoma where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. He married the love of his life, Della Marie Lewis and together they had two children, Derrick and Stephen. In 1975 they became official residents of Parker County. In 1982 they opened Big Pantry which became a local hot spot in Weatherford. Byron and his wife were very involved in the community. Byron was also very involved in Boy Scouts and gave back a lot of time to the local Scouting community. He attended Central Christian Church with his family and was active in the Friendship Sunday School Class. He made a huge impact on the Parker County Community and for that we are forever grateful.

Byron was preceded in death by his parents, Ray Rice and Adgy Bard Rice; Sister Linda.

Survivors include sons, Stephen Rice and Derrick Rice of Weatherford; daughter in law, Sara Rice, of Weatherford; grandchildren, Lola Rice and Joaquin Rice; and a host of church family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer’s Association in memory of Byron Rice.

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Service Schedule

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Visitation

Monday, September 21, 2020

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)

Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services

913 North Elm Street, Weatherford, TX 76086

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