Daniel Patrick Rice

Daniel Rice Obituary

RICE, Daniel On January 28, 2009, Daniel Patrick Rice, 52, passed away after a long battle with cancer. Dan was born in Elmira, NY on April 21, 1956 to Maxine Calhoun Rice and the late John M. Rice. He graduated from Oswayo Valley High School in 1974. While attending Oswayo Valley he was recognized as an outstanding basketball and baseball player. He then went on to serve 20 years of service with the U.S. Navy and retired as a Petty Officer First Class - Cryptologist Technician. One of Dan's most distinguished highlights of his Navy Career was the opportunity to showcase his unique abilities in Cryptology for the U.S. Navy Seal teams. Proceeding Dan's retirement with the U.S. Navy he worked as a successful and respected Engineer Technician for Scientific Research Corporation (SRC). Dan was also very passionate about athletics and mentoring others. He served as a head coach for the Goose Creek Diamond Backs and Crowfield Vipers baseball teams for many years. He will be sadly missed by his family including his wife, Cindy Coker Rice of Ladson, SC; mother, Maxine Rice of Debary, Fl; children, Chelsie Cornelius and husband Andy of Fayetteville, NC; Heather Turner and husband Darren of Goose Creek, SC; Sgt. Scott Rice of Bamberg, Germany; Casey Zsarnay of Ladson, SC; Corey Willhoit of Ladson, SC; grandchildren, Emily and Holly Cornelius, Taylor and Dylan Turner and Cadence Zsarnay; grandmother, Marjorie Calhoun of Mahopac, NY; brothers, Stephen Rice (Larry) of DeBary, Fl and Christopher Rice of Shinglehouse, PA. He also had many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Family and friends are invited to his visitation from 2pm to 4 pm and then again 7pm to 9pm on Friday, January 30th, 2009 at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, Goose Creek Chapel, 869 St. James Avenue. His funeral service will be on Saturday, January 31, 2009, 2pm at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, Goose Creek Chapel, 869 St. James Avenue. Burial following at Whispering Pines Memorial Gardens. Flowers can be sent to the McAlister Smith Funeral Home in Goose Creek at 869 St. James Avenue. Donations can be made to the American Lung Society at www.lungusa.org or The National Leukemia Foundation at www.leukemia-lymphoma.org in honor of Daniel Patrick Rice. The Rice Family is being served by McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, GOOSE CREEK CHAPEL. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mcalister-smith.com. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jan. 30, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Rice

8 Entries

Rick Imbrogno

February 4, 2009

I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Dan used to be my father-in-law, a shipmate, a friend and a great mentor. I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the Rice family as well as my prayers. Dan, I will NEVER forget the great times we had and smile each time I think of you. I still remember how happy you were when you met Cindy and what a happy time that was. Please know that you all have a friend out West - always. Miss and love you man.

Faith Crane

January 30, 2009

Casey & Family;
I will not tell you that things will get better after a death of a parent, but just think that he is in a better place looking down on his children and grandchildren. He will always be in all of your hearts. You will always think about him when you see something or doing something that is understandable. I will pray for God to give you and your family strength during this time of sorrow. We will say a little prayer for you and your family. Your Friend, Faith Crane NCRD City of North Charleston

Kim Hammett

January 30, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Brittany Easterling

January 30, 2009

Dan was such an inspiration to everyone. His perseverance and strength were qualities that shinned through the last few years of his life but his kind heart and sweet spirit are the qualities that I will remember him best for. It was a pleasure knowing him and seeing him live his life to the fullest. He will be remembered forever and live through the hearts of all the lives he touched so deeply. He was a great man. I’m praying for his family and know that Dan will send some of his strength to ya’ll in South Carolina from Heaven in this time of grief. Love ya’ll and God bless!

-Brittany Easterling

Dennis Cherol

January 30, 2009

Dan will be missed, he was a great inspiration to us all.

Frank Bartow

January 30, 2009

Cindy and family: Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences. Dan served his country with great honor and will be missed. Our blessings to you and your family.

Kim Easterling

January 30, 2009

One of my fondest memories was when Dan, Cindy and myself took a road trip to shinglehouse, PA on the way up there the three of us sang and laughed and had the best time. Dan got a kick out of pushing me and Cindy down the hill on a sled together we were a sight to see. Dan could always put a smile on my face and he always told me I looked good no matter what I looked like that day. He will be missed by many friends and family. my thoughts and Prayers are with Cindy and the Family.

Your Friend Kim

Casey Zsarnay

January 30, 2009

Dad,
I cant believe that you are already gone but I am so glad that you are in the hands of the lord now. I will never forget all the great times that we had together, the life that we got to share, and how great of a father you were. I dont think anyone could ever fill those shoes. You have been there for me through so much and, I will never forget the look on your face when I told you I was pregnant with your granddaugter. Cadence was so lucky to have a Papa like you and everyday she ask if she can go to heaven and see you. I want you to know that we will always love you and we will never stop thinking about you. My heart beats for you Dad and it always will. You were my inspiration and nobody could ever replace that. Pleace watch over all of us and please help me watch over Cadence and you and Grandpa John lead her in the right direction through life. I know yall are getting ready for your Superbowl party so lets make sure our Steelers win, Ok!!!! I love you dad and you will always hold the key to my heart. Love your BigBird.

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