Craig Francis Rice

Lansing, MI

It is with great sadness that the family of Craig Francis Rice announces his passing on March 21, 2020, at the age of 72. Craig now sits in Heaven alongside the love of his life and wife, Mary Ann.

Craig is lovingly remembered by his children Lisa, Heather (Eddie), and Derek (Carrie) and will also be fondly remembered by his seven grandchildren, Cayla, McKenzie, Alec, Olivia, Yzerman, Fischer, Henrik and his one sister, Judith (Boulas). Craig was predeceased by his wife Mary Ann; mother, Ellen; father, Richard; and brothers, Robert and Richard (Jr.).

Craig was a lifelong resident of Lansing and retired from the Lansing Fire Department in 1996.

A memorial and celebration of Craig’s life will be held on a future date.

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Fred Schworer
March 24, 2020 at 12:19 pm

It is with great sorrow of the passing of Craig. We all will remember him as the wonderful person he was. The good times we had together will be with us forever. May he rest in peace. We will be with him again someday in heaven. Sincerely, Fred Schworer

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Steve Schworer
March 24, 2020 at 7:40 pm

I am truly saddened by the passing of Craig. I have known Craig since I was a boy. I’ll remember all the fun times we all had hunting over the years. He always made me laugh. Rest in peace Craig. Your friend Steve Schworer.

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Pamela Trewhella
March 25, 2020 at 12:40 am

My deepest condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of spending time with Craig and his brother Bobby when they stayed with my family while visiting the U.P.. we had such great fun. They were both wonderful young men

Hugs and healing prayers
Pamela Trewhella

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Cheryl Rice Guzman
March 27, 2020 at 1:12 am

My condolences to the family of Craig Rice. He was a family member that I met in my youth. May you fish and laugh with you father and brothers and..your cousin Lowell Rice my father.
What a great reunion in the sky!

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Gordon Ruehs
March 28, 2020 at 10:43 am

I first knew Craig as the little brother tag-along to his big-brother Bob on our hunting trips. In time , he developed into a highly skilled and successful woodsman and hunter. In addition, he led the effort to remodel the hunting cabin with his skills in carpentry. He also attained recognition in his job as a Lansing Firefighter when he was appointed Battalion Chief. We will all miss his companionship and sense of humor over the years. He left a lot of good memories for all of us! May he Rest In Peace.

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Martha Pardee
April 11, 2020 at 4:15 pm

I would suppose you, Bob, and Keith are now sitting around your bear hunting tent smoking your nasty “Orkin” cigars. Such stories I. Outdoor tell of the three of you.
As the saying goes: Times change and we with times, but not in the ways of friendship”. You were always a friend, and will sadly missed.

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