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Carl B. Rice Jr.

Carl B. Rice Jr., 77, residing in Sandusky, passed away early Tuesday morning, January 16, 2018 at Stein Hospice Care Center after a brief illness.

Carl was born on February 23, 1940 in Tiffin, OH to the late Carl B. and Ida E. (Kline) Rice Sr.

Carl was a 1958 graduate from Tiffin Columbian High School and received his Bachelor's of Science from Heidelberg University. He was owner and operator of Erie Security Systems. Carl was a member of St. Stephen's United Church of Christ, the Masonic Perseverance Lodge #323 and a board member for 4-H. His greatest joy was spending time with his family.

Carl is survived by his daughter, Kristen (Chris) Henninger of Peoria, AZ; grandchildren, Wil, Andy, Geoff, Paul and Alexis; son-in-law, Joel Riegelmayer of Medina, OH; sister, Judy (Larry) King of Coshocton, OH and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to his parents, Carl is preceded in death by his wife, Donna Rice in 2017 and daughter, Beth Riegelmayer.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 4:00 pm at St. Stephen United Church of Christ, 905 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky. Rev. Jerald Fenske will officiate. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements.

Those wishing to contribute to Carl's memory may do so to St. Stephen United Church of Christ, 905 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870 or to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com