Francis "Butch" James Rice

Francis "Butch" James Rice, 80 of Madisonville passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Baptist Health Deaconess.  Born October 28, 1943, to the late Thomas Patrick and Rose Marie (McDonald) Rice. He worked in construction and as a painter throughout his life.  His favorite pass time was going fishing and spending time with family.  

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Edith Rice.

Survived by his 7 children, Mike (Jean) Rice of IL, Donna (Ron) Eades of IL, Jim (Robyn) Rice of FL, Frankie Rice of FL, Leauna Rice of Nebo, Perry Hunt of Madisonville and Angie (Larry) Steele of Madisonville; 19 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Service will be held Saturday at 1:00pm at Bandy Funeral Home in Nortonville.  Burial to follow at Gilland Ridge Cemetery in St. Charles.  Visitation will begin at 11:00am at the funeral home.  Pallbearers will be Jacob Hunt, Eli Hunt, Lucas Steele, Cory Steele, Cody Steele and Logan Steele.

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