Obituaries

Paul Wayne Rice, 74, of Gerrardstown, WV, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Born on April 29, 1951, in Radford, VA, Paul was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was known for his strength, his sense of humor, and the way he always showed up for the people he loved.

He is survived by his sisters, Peggy and Bonny; his brothers, Donald and Ricky; his children, Chris Rice, Alicia Rice-Dionizio, Amanda Browning, Maranda Kane, Matthew Rice, and Rachel Boswell; his daughters-in-law, Christina Rice and Kim Bellow; his sons-in-law, Taylor Bowsell and Robert Browning; nine grandchildren; and many other loved ones who will miss him deeply.

Paul was a proud Vietnam veteran. He found his greatest joy in spending time with his family and was a friend to anyone who knew him. He will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched.

In lieu of or in addition to other expressions of sympathy, flowers may be sent to the funeral home for the service at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home & Crematory.