Robert J. Rice "Cruiser Bob"

Robert J. Rice, 78, went home to be with the Lord on February 22, 2013. He was born on May 2, 1934 to the late Halice and John Rice in Toledo, Ohio.

Bob worked at Todco Division Overhead Door and Kwik-Loc as a spray-painter. He also did lawn maintenance for the Church of St. Andrews for 28 years. Bob and his wife, Sandy, enjoyed going to car shows together, especially James Dean Memorial Run. His life-time passion was collecting various types of toy and model cars. Bob loved working on his custom '56 Chevy. He would tell anyone who would listen to him, the story of how he restored the car with professional help from his late buddy, Mike Chlebowski. Bob loved oldies and country music, especially listening to Alan Jackson.

In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his infant son, James Michael and brothers, Warren and Bill. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 47 years, Sandy; sister, Joyce Ramirez; sister-in-laws, Mary Lou Pelland, Elizabeth Voegeli; best friends, Pastor Myron Kottke, Moondog Mike and his wife, Linda; many nieces, nephews, close friends and furry companion, his dog, Abby.

The family will receive guests on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 from 2-8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo (419-381-1900). A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, especially Kathy, the staff at St. Luke's ICU, especially Joe, for the wonderful care that was given to Bob and his family.

In lieu of flowers, to those wishing to give memorial donations, please consider the family.