Connie H. Rice

Connie H. Rice, age 93, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in the comfort of her home, July 9, 2024. She was born October 7, 1930, in Glenville, West Virginia, to the late Russell and Myra Lorentz.

Connie graduated from Libbey High School, class of 1948. She lived in Illinois, where she was a homemaker, caring for her children and home. She worked at Sherman Hospital, in Elgin, Illinois, until the move back to Ohio in 1975. When she was back in Ohio, she worked as a nursing assistant for Colonial Nursing Home for 10 years. On November 9, 1985, she married Richard. In her earlier years, she and Richard would go to the Eagles, where they would enjoy a night of dancing. They also enjoyed dining out for a delicious meal. Connie was a simple lady; she loved watching the news, weather, and golf.

Connie’s love and smile will forever be missed. Until we meet again…

The family would like to thank Hospice of Northwest Ohio for the comfort, care, and love they provided to Connie. They have been a blessing for many of their family members. Thank you for all you have done in making Connie’s final days comfortable.

Those left to forever cherish her memory are her loving children, Joseph (Christine) Sylvester, Thomas (Ginny) Sylvester, and John (Valerie) Sylvester; seven grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Connie was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Rice; and all five of her siblings.

Family and friends may gather at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 West Laskey Road, Toledo, Ohio 43623, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 11:00 am until the time of her funeral service at 1:00 pm. Following the funeral service, Connie will be laid to rest next to her husband, Richard, at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 800 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43609.

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