William A. Rice, born 1/2/1935 in Frankfort, Michigan.
On August 22, 2020, Bill passed away at home after an extended illness.
After a visit to Montana, Bill decided to make it his home and moved here in 1964. He met his wife Alyce and they were married for 56 years.
Bill worked for the Postal Service and retired after 28 years. He enjoyed meeting and visiting with the people he met on his route, and made many friends.
His favorite hobbies were fishing and golfing with Alyce and his buddies. One of his favorite hangouts was Papa Rays in Montana City.
Bill was talented at wood working and made many bird houses for his friends.
He is survived by his wife Alyce and several nieces and nephews.
A private family gather will take place at a later date. The family suggests memorials in Bill’s name be sent to Lewis & Clark Humane Society, P.O. Box 4455, Helena, MT 59604. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Bill.
Service Schedule
Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
Service Schedule
Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
Share
Marcia Allen says
Alice, we are so sorry to hear about Bill. Our thoughts are with you.
ALLEN Stenhjem says
Alice,
Will miss Bills visits and our golf talks God Bless………….
Vanessa Tolson says
Alice we were saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. We had a good visit with Bill at Papa Ray’s a few months back, what a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
May God Bless you.
Chuck & Vanessa
Karla Ness says
Alyce,
Bill was our Postal Carrier for many years and would pick up my childhood dog “Snoopy” everyday and take her on his route!! I don’t know who was more excited, Bill or Snoopy!! He was a very caring man and left a lasting impression on me even after all these years. My thoughts are with you !!
Tom Keegan says
Bill was my mailman at my law office for many years. He was a great and entertaining guy. I always thought he was from Chicago. He will be missed.
Brenda Koch says
Alyce we are so sorry to hear about Bill. My favorite story to tell is how Pumpkin weaseled her way into your warm house one cold and snowy day and became a beloved part time visitor for years to come. He was an animal lover for sure we were blessed to be your neighbors. God bless Dave and Brenda Koch
Joe McMahon says
Alyce,
So sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. Kelle and I were fortunate to be your neighbors in Montana City for so many years. Both of you were always such amazing people to live next to, offering assistance whenever needed and even giving our lab Sam some special treats when he showed up at your door. Bill will be missed.
Joe and Kelle McMahon
Marie kall says
Alyce,
I’m so sorry. Bill was always one of my favorite guys. God bless, Marie
Debbie Kockler says
Alyce
I am very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I met both of you when your sister Mary had surgery and you asked me to take care of Mary’s cats and watch over her house. My thoughts of prayers of with you.
Tom Stump says
Alyce,
On behalf of the Stump Family, our most heartfelt condolences go out to you. We have many fond memories of Bill at hunting camp. Hunting in the morning and passing and kicking the football before the evening hunt. Bill was also an advocate for my summer job at the post office which was a pretty cool job for a kid going to college.
Godspeed
Tim Easton says
Sorry for your loss Alyce. Was good to see the 2 of you a couple of months ago. I remember the good times we had way back when out at GMCC. He will be missed.
Earnhardts says
Alyce:
I will miss visiting with Bill on the cold winter days. Please know we are here for you.
Mark and Mary Ellen Earnhardt
Bill & Brenda Belforte says
Brenda and I have fond memories of Bill and Alyce from our golfing days at Green Meadow. Many rounds and many martinis afterward. Lost touch over the years, but the good times and memories remain.
Michalene Zalesny says
Alyce
We are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He was a kind and generous man, and his love for animals was so wonderful. Please know that if there is anything we can do for you, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Michalene and Rob
Chick Rolling says
ALYCE
It is with great sadness to hear of Bill’s death. I am sure this is a difficult time for you and trust you are doing OK.
Chick Rolling
Pam Obert says
Alyce, I am sadden to hear of Bill passing away. He was always one of my Favorites at the Bank. Always making me Smile. Peace , Blessings and Comfort to you. Pam Obert
Leland and Sharon Smith says
Alyce, Leland and I were so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Leland often tells of the many tales of he and Bill working together so many years ago! Take care!!
Bill Coddington says
Alyce we are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing – we loved that guy and it was such a pleasure to finally become friends with as you well and we had some fun times together!