Peggy Ann Rice
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January 3, 1934 - June 18, 2023
Peggy Ann Rice peacefully departed this life on Sunday, June 18, 2023. She was born January 3, 1934 in Lebanon, Kansas, the daughter of Dean and Roma (Baldwin) Jennings. From childhood she embraced her only sibling, Connie, who remained Peggy's closest, best friend until the end.
On March 31, 1951, Peggy was united in marriage to Richard Rice at Smith Center, Kansas. This union was blessed with three children, Rick, Ron and Kevin.
Peggy's love for her family was immeasurable. Her primary focus was creating a warm and loving home to raise her sons alongside her husband. She was always generous and selfless. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who loved them all and made sure each one knew how special they were to her.
After serving 21 years in the Air Force, Richard and Peggy returned home to Lebanon, KS. Peggy experiences as a military spouse gave her a lifetime of memories and a great appreciation of the American flag. Peggy enjoyed reading, particularly the local newspapers to keep abreast of current events. She also enjoyed traveling, but the best part of any trip was returning home to Lebanon. Peggy loved Christmas and made the holidays special for her family. She will be sorely missed by all those who loved her, but they will find comfort in knowing that she is now enjoying her heavenly reward after being reunited with her husband.
Peggy was preceded in death by her husband and her parents.
Left to treasure her memory are her children Rick (Pam) Rice, Esbon, Ks, Ron (Karen Elder) Rice, Hays, Ks, and Kevin (Diana) Rice, Lebanon, Ks, one grandson, Dave Rice, sister Connie (Roger) Sink, sister-in-law Betty Voboril, and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the care provided to Peggy by the staff at Smith Center Health and Rehab, and a special thank you to Betty Pilcher for her friendship and services provided.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to the Lebanon Christian Church, the Cedar Hill Cemetery (Cora) or charity of choice in memory of Peggy.