Allen Rice
January 02, 2013
Allen Rice, 64, was born April 14, 1948, in Ottumwa, Iowa to Glenys and Eddyth Thomson Rice and died January 2, 2013, from complications of bile duct cancer. A lifelong Iowan, Allen grew up on a farm near Hedrick, IA. He attended Pekin High School and Iowa State University where he met his wife, Christine Weber, whom he married in 1971. Allen graduated with an M.S. in Economics in 1972. He settled on the financial leasing business and worked in that industry for over 30 years.
While work was important, family was a priority. Allen rarely missed attending his children’s school or extracurricular activities or sharing dinner with his family. At home, he played Mario Kart with his kids, worked on puzzles, and played kids-versus-parents Trivial Pursuit. He also enjoyed baseball and biking; he rode all of RAGBRAI several times. Allen cared deeply for not only his immediate and extended family, but also for his work and church families. His faith journey, which began in his youth, continued all the days of his life. He was truly a glass-half-full kind of guy; he believed that if he was honest and worked hard, everything would work out.
He is survived by his loving wife, Christine; his children, Dr. Alanna Rice of Albuquerque, NM, Allison Rice of Washington, DC, Alex Rice of Benin, Africa, Clint (Alyssa Wassink) Rice of Iowa City, IA; his sisters, Lois Ann Martin and Glenda Sieren; his aunt, Eathol (Vic) Marska and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Lynn Rice.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the Covenant Presbyterian Church of West Des Moines or FAMM.
Visitation will be Monday, January 7, 2013, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hamilton’s, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1025 28th Street in West Des Moines. A visitation will be held also from 9 to 10 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Mt. Zion Cemetery near Hedrick, Iowa.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Greg LaMair
01/09/2013
Christie & Family,
I'm sorry to hear about Allen passing away. We had an opportunity to work with him for many years with his leasing business. He was always extemely fair and pleasant to work with. I do know from comments he would make over the years that he was very proud of his family. Take care.
Karen Wingert
01/08/2013
Christie,
I was saddened to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers. Karen
DeAnn Bianchette
01/08/2013
Christie,
I am so sorry about your loss. Please know I am thinking of you and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jerold and Susan De Young
01/08/2013
We wish that We would have spent more time with Allen, before all this happened. Have many fond memories, of Allen's big smile and many family reunions. our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jon and Linda Barron
01/07/2013
we have great memories of when you guys rode on ragbrai and stayed with us for a nights rest. thoughts and prayer to you Chris and the kids also Glenda and family and Lois Ann and family.
Kathleen and John McLaughlin
01/07/2013
Chris, if we had the power to make this all go away for you and your family, we would. Since we can't do this, we weep with you instead and feel a great loss. Praying that in the coming days that the memories of Allen as a dear husband and father will sustain you.
Jim, Linda & Wil DeYoung
01/07/2013
We are very sorry about Allen's passing. We have good memories of him when he visited us at our home in Surprise, Arizona. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leota Jochims
01/07/2013
My sympathy to Allen's family. His enthusiasm made the Old Testament come alive. He loved his family and it showed in his beautiful smile. The Lord willing, we'll see him again!
Susan Praul
01/07/2013
I was so sorry to read of your loss of Allen.
My sympathies and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.
Martha Wilson
01/07/2013
I am very saddened to hear of Allen's death. When I saw him at class reunions he was a happy man and so proud of his wife and children. I remember him as an optimist who was a deep thinker and exceptionally smart. My sincere condolences to his family. Martha Swartzwelter Wilson, a Pekin High classmate and friend.
Jim and Cindy Smith
01/07/2013
Christie and family: We were saddened to read of Allen's passing. We are currently out of the country but send our heartfelt condolences to you and the kids. Allen was a wonderful neighbor for over 35 years. Thinking of you.
Roni Argetsinger
01/07/2013
Christie, know that you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace. I'm so sorry. God Bless.
Mark Miller
01/07/2013
Christie, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless you all.
Lisa & Andy Negrete
01/07/2013
Christie,
Please know that we are praying for Allen and for comfort and peace for all of you.
God Bless.
Judy Dinkel, St. Anne's Parish
01/07/2013
Christie, we are so very sorry to hear about loss of your husband, Allen. We send our prayers and condolences to you and your family. May God be with you all.