Carol was a spunky and feisty lady - and cared a great deal about her family.  She will be greatly missed by them, and those who knew her...

As I looked through the room at the viewing I saw the great legacy Carol left in the world. I am sure she is proud and resting peacefully with a smile on her face watching her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren carry on her legacy with a caring and loving approach she would have been proud of.

I knew Carol through all of her years working in Estes Drug Store with my mother, back to the old Morenci plaza store. She was like a second mother to me, giving me advice on my life irrespective of my desire for it or not. My sympathies to all the family.

In the six short months that I have cared for Mrs. Rice, I have met a little spitfire full of spunk, a loving family, and a devoted daughter. She was much loved by us at Desert Cove. On her good days she was very charming,funny,and always a lady. My condolences to the family. Of course you will miss her, but take comfort in knowing that she is free of all in this world and in the Loving Arms of our Lord. Sincerely, Ellie

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

To the family of Carol, My heartfelt sadness at this difficult time in your lives. Carol and my dad Joe Lockwood had such a good and fun relationship. They loved to tease each other. We spent many evenings at the Rice house enjoying their company. I lost my Dad about a year ago and know how you must feel. She was such fun to be around and will be missed.

I will always love and miss you Granny Goose. 
Geri

To the Family of Carol, my sincere condolences. I shall always remember her smile and her gusto for life. Our hearts are sad for your loss. She was welcomed home with His open arms, and Her family members gathered around her. God Bless.
Sharon Gough Cottrell

May you all be sustained by precious memories of your Mother.
A wonderful lady has crossed over and folded into God's arms to enjoy all that He promised in eternity.
She's never going to be far from you. Every time you think of her she'll be right there in your heart.

Marshall & Family,

I offer you a prayer of peace in your heart at this hurtful time.

....Sal

I love you Granny & I will miss you

Love,
Rosemary

I love you Granny Goose & I'll miss you forever!

Andrea

Granny Goose,
I love you Granny Goose
I will miss coming to see you
I will miss dancing for you
I will miss playing the piano for you 
But most of all-
I WILL MISS YOU!! I love you Granny Goose and you will always be in my heart! 
Love,
Ashley Dawn :)

Carol was always an inspiration to me.  She had wit, wisdom and common sense.  Always fun to be with.  Blessings to all her family.

OUR PRAYER ARE WITH EACH OF YOU. CAROL WAS A VERY GOOD PERSON. WE WERE IN THE BIRTHDAY CLUB IN MORENCI FOR MANY YEARS. SHE WAS SO MUCH FUN. GOD BE WITH EACH OD YOU. DAVID AND PEGGY BRINKLEY

Granny Goose, you were a great neighbor and friend.  You are a wonderful part of my memories of living on the hill in Clifton.

I will miss you Granny Goose.. loved you so much and all of your stories...

May Carol's family and beloved ones have peace and fine memories of her.

Rest in Peace Carol! My condelences to your family and friends! I sure you will be remembered and missed by many from our Old Morenci Town as well!

Aunt Carol you have left a void in my heart. You were a great lady that spoke your mind. You had my respect as a child and it grew as I did.You will be missed more than you will ever know. I will cherish the rest of my life our last talk a few weeks after your 90th b-day. I know you are happy now as you are once again in uncle Marshalls arms.Ilove you ,Paul rice

You were the coolest grandma I have ever met. Keep dancing in heaven!

To the family of Carol Rice:
I am so sorry for your loss. There wasn't a time in my 47 years that I didn't know Carol. She and my mom were close friends in Morenci, and shared a love for poodles.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Julie Conyer Powell and Sue Conyer (mom)

I am going to miss you so much. You have always been such an inspiration to me. You have always been there for me and my sons, and you have always loved me unconditionally. You were the strongest woman I have ever known. I love you but I know you know how much. I have told you that several times a day every day of my life. Rest in peace mom, you have earned it. You are an amazing woman. I am so glad we had this last year of your life together everyday, I will treasure the memories of our days, song fests, walks, and conversations. Thank you for being my mom and my kids grandmother. We were very blessed.  xoxo

We will miss you Granny.  Thanks for all the love and laughs.
Love you,
Rosalie

To The Family Of Carol M. Rice -

On behalf of the staff at Carr-Tenney Mortuary, I would like to extend our most heartfelt condolence to you.  Thank you for letting us serve your family during this time.

Sincerely,

Lemuel D. Cannon
Funeral Arranger

OBITUARY

Carol Rice

February 9, 1921 – April 5, 2012

Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery

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