Linda G. Rice, 75, of Highland Township, PA, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family , on Friday, September 22, 2023. She was the wife of Jack Rice for over 55 years. Born in Coatesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late R. Paul and Mary Griest Guiney.
Linda was an area resident all her life. She was a 1965 graduate from Octorara High School and worked at both Lukens Steel Company and Atglen Family Dentistry. She was an active member of Penningtonville Presbyterian Church serving as Elder, Deacon, choir member ,and pianist. She was a member of the former Greenwood Singers.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Lisa M., wife of Phil Rudisill of Parkesburg, and R. Alan Rice, husband of Rhiain (Musser), of Parkesburg, grandchildren, Matthew P. Rudisill of State College, PA, Adam K. Rudisill, David A. Rudisill, Michael G. Rudisill, Harper R. Rice, and Declan R. Rice, all of Parkesburg. She was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Guiney.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. from the Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church, 1121 Octorara Trail, Parkesburg, with visitation starting at 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a charity or non-profit of your choice in Linda's Name.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences may be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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I’m so sad to read this!
I’m so sad to read this! Linda was the sweetest person ever! I saw her at her house while doing the census a few years back, it was such a nice surprise. Always looked forward to seeing her at the dentist, she made it a joy!
Sweet Linda!
I’m so sad to read this! Linda was the sweetest person ever! I saw her at her house while doing the census a few years back, it was such a nice surprise. Always looked forward to seeing her at the dentist, she made it a joy!
I knew Linda for several
I knew Linda for several years as Dr. Stuppy was my dentist. She was so friendly and caring! She will be greatly missed.
Lisa, Alan, and Jack:
Lisa, Alan, and Jack:
On behalf our family, please accept our warmest condolences. As you know, your mom/wife and my mom were great friends. When Travis and I lost our mom (Brenda Miller Hagen) six years ago, your mom/wife stayed in touch with me, always having something lovely to say and cheering me up with every communication. My mom affectionately called your mom/wife “Linnie” so I continued to do so. I have no doubt that my mom is first in line to welcome “Linnie” into Heaven, so that they may laugh and carry on together once again. May your faith comfort you every time you need it.
Warmly,
Rana Townsend Lunstra
Rest in Peace, Linda
Linda and Lisa sang at the wedding of Valerie and I. What a wonderful person! Thank you Linda, for gracing our lives
Gone but never forgotten.
If you never met Linda Guiney Rice, then you missed one of the nicest people you will ever meet. Linda was the same sweet person anywhere you met her and always had a big smile.. . She loved her family immensely and was always glad to talk about them and their lives as well as your family and their accomplishments. She will be so missed by all.
Sorry
Dear Jack and family, I am so sorry of your lose. Linda was an amazing lady. Wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and will be missed by more than just family. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Peg
Lisa,
Lisa,
Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
~Beth (Wilson) Reburn-Simmons
So very sorry, she was such a
So very sorry, she was such a wonderful person. Condolences to her family
Linda was my Sunday School teacher
So sorry to hear… Linda was my Sunday School teacher at Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church in the 1960’s (or Aunt Linda as the students called her). Thinking of Jack and your family at this time.
Heaven gained another angel
My heart goes out to her family., Jack, Lisa and Alan. I grew up with them. She was the nicest person you ever meet. She did a lot with us at church when Lisa and I were in youth group.
RIP Linda. You will be missed by all.
Lisa and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. My life was touched and made better for having known her. It has been quite a while since I saw her last, but I am sure if we had run into each other at the grocery store as we often did, the conversation would have picked up like no time had been lost. She would want to know what I had been up to and was always proud to share the news of her dear family with me. Linda was just the loveliest person, and she certainly passed that on to Lisa, of whom she was so very proud. When we would part ways, I always would think to myself how kind she was to remember me and how I wanted to strive to be that type of person. I am sure she is watching over you and singing with the angels. May your wonderful memories help to lift you up during the challenging days ahead. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenn
Our deepest Condolences
We are so saddened to hear of Lindas passing. We went to Dr. Stuppys and I just loved talking to her. She was such a nice person and just so sweet. The last time I saw her was in Dutchway which was awhile ago. Loved chatting with her. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her children and all her family.May she rest in peace. God Bless. Norm and Sue Laffey
My Sympathy Is Extended to The Rice Family
I was sad to read about Linda's passing. I knew her from Dr. Stuppy's office and looked forward to her friendly personality whenever I had to go there. I'm sorry for your loss and I'm sure that she will be sorely missed by many.
Beautiful woman
I am sorry for your loss, Linda was a beautiful kind soul.
So sad to hear of Linda’s
So sad to hear of Linda’s passing. Such a sweet person! Always the same, always kind. She will be missed by many.
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My eyes fill with tears ….. what an honor it was to have grown up seeing and feeling her humble grace and kindness. Her beautiful smile and great hugs something i can pull up in my mind to cherish always. Thank you for sharing her so generously. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rudisill and Rice Family,
Rudisill and Rice Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of your mother/grandmother. I remember her when my family and I still went to Penningtonville. She always called me Shroder from Charlie Brown that one Christmas play we had. Linda was known for her great smile. She will be missed by so many of us who loved her. At least she will be up in Heaven with Jesus.
Dear Jack and Family,
Dear Jack and Family,
Linda was genuinely one of the best people we have ever met. We are holding you all in our hearts.
Beth and Mark
Condolences...
I was so sad to hear of Linda's passing. Our family knew Linda from when we attended Penningtonville Presbyterian Church. Linda was a beautiful pianist and person inside and out. My 2nd oldest son, Brett, who is Autistic, was always very fond of her. Linda called Brett, Schroder (Peanuts) after the kids in Penningtonville's Jr. Choir had done "A Peanut's Christmas" cantata one year and Brett played Schroder. He never forgot that and it still brings a smile or laugh when he thinks about it.
Linda was always a very kind, caring, and loving person and will be missed by so many.
Condolences to Jack, Alan and Lisa!
Jack, Alan and Lisa,
You, Jack and Linda, go back 65 years in my memory and have been two of my oldest and dearest friends. I can’t imagine a trip back to PA without seeing you both and I’m so glad we got to meet for lunch in June. Linda had this uncanny way of making things and people comfortable. She always served those around her without fanfare. Linda loved her family and her Lord from whom I’m sure she has heard a “Well done good and faithful servant.” Even during our lunch in June one would never know all that she was suffering because she was just that same friendly and talkative Linda that we always knew. I’m sure that the good memories will outweigh your grief and that you will all cherish your time with her as I am right now. Linda was and always will be one of God’s true blessings in our lives.
You are in our prayers and have our love,
Karl and Roberta Trommler
So sorry for your prescious loss
Jack and Family. I was so sad to hear of Linda's passing. I have met many people in my life and I can honestly say that Linda stands out as the most kind, caring and loving person. I know that she used all her talents for the Lord. She's probably singing and playing music in heaven for our lord. Blessing and prayers for comfort and peace at this time.
Sherry Softchin Mowday
Sweetest Linda
Linda was truly one of the sweetest and nicest people I ever knew in my life. Always kind. Always pleasant. Always, always the same. I knew her from church at Penningtonville and she sang at my wedding. While the world has lost such a genuinely amazing person, heaven has certainly gained an Angel. My sincere condolences to the family. Thank you for sharing her with the rest of us.
Stacy Forrester Miller
Thoughts and love to you all
Jack, Lisa, Alan and all your family my thoughts, prayers and love are with you all at this time. So many memories are coming to mind right now. I can’t remember exactly when Jack, Linda and Lisa moved into the other side of our house in Atglen but I know Alan wasn’t born yet. Years and years of wonderful memories with Linda and all of you. Too many to list but all wonderful. When I was planning my wedding she was the person I wanted to sing at it. She did one song on her own and then she and Lisa did one together. So many good times in Jr choir with her playing the piano as well. Rest in peace.
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Lisa,
Please accept my condolences to you and your family. I remember how nice your mom was, and how she was always there supporting you at our volleyball games in high school and college.
Ellen (Yurkovich) Sebastiani
Morey Young
My deepest condolences, we know she and Sally are having fun again.
Morey
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Sorry to hear of your great loss. Such a lovely lady
Condolences to the Rice Family
Our hearts weep for you but we know Linda is in a glorious place now. She was always full of genuine JOY: a woman seeking the heart of God in all her actions. Her hugs and conversations made the recipient feel as though they were the most important person alive. (Don's memory) From the 6th grade play (Rumpelstiltskin) and her interactions with other students to (Helen's memory) mentoring participation in the OHS marching band. The world is a better place because of Linda.
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Linda and I never met face to face but we were connected in our love for her best friend, Sally D'Antonio, Linda and I texted one another over the last several years since Sally's passing and shared memories of our beloved friend and keeping in touch. Even through text, Linda's kindness and loving nature came through. I will miss texting with her but I am comforted knowing that Sally and her best friend, Linda, are together again. Praying for peace and comfort for her family whom she loved so much.
Sincere condolences.
I’m so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She was just the sweetest lady, always smiling and so pleasant. Sending sympathy to Jack and the family. RIP sweet Linda.
Janet Forrester
So sorry for your loss, my
So sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy.
Our family is sad to know of
Our family is sad to know of Linda's passing, she was a sweet person, wonderful cook and so proud of children and grandchildren accomplishments.
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so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family,
our families have many happy memories.
sincerely,
judy,lori,bill and steve young
She was one of a kind❤️
To the entire Rice family,
A community is heartbroken on the loss of beautiful Linda. She was one of the nicest person I ever known. From being a kid going to Atglen family dentistry and growing up with Alan during our school years, and finally continuing our friendship through visits to the pharmacy. We always took a moment to chat about things and she always had a smile on her face. I miss her already❤️
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To all the families, I love Linda. She was and is an inspiration to me with her love of God, church and family (and music!!!). I pray her soul is at peace and victory. Many blessings to all who knew and love her.
Jack & Family
Bill and I were saddened at the loss of your beautiful, Linda. She was a wonderful person who was so caring and kind. We both enjoyed talking to her at our OHS Reunions, both Class of ‘65 and Class of ‘67.
Linda could light up a room with her smile.
We hope that your beautiful memories of Linda will help you and your Family during this sad time.
God got a beautiful Angel when He took her home!
🌻🌻🌻
God Bless,
Karen Daily Mullen & Bill Mullen
Prayers
Jack & family, so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. Such a great & lovable person. The last time I saw her was in the xray depth out at 10& 30. May she play in heaven for Mom & the choir at Penningtonville church. Hugs & ❤️ forever.
My Deepest Condolences
Linda was a light in this world, pleasant, caring and smiling, a joy to be around. I am so thankful that I had a chance to have a long talk with her this past summer at the community picnic. We laughed and talked about the days gone by and reminisced about our shared experiences. She will be missed by all who knew her. Praying for her precious family.
She will be missed.
I'm so sorry I couldn't attend Linda's service. I have only fond memories of Linda. She and I attended Upper Octorara together along with numerous relatives! I am saddened by her passing. She will be missed.
Martha Scott Gay