Rebecca "Becky" J. Rice, age 63, of Lucedale passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024 at home in Lucedale.  Mrs. Rice was born June 12, 1961 in Mobile, AL. She is the daughter of the late Robert C Saucier and Bonnie Stringfellow Nichols.  She married Robert K "Ken" Rice on July 7, 1979.

Mrs. Rice enjoyed spending time with her beloved puppies and birdwatching.

She is survived by her husband, Robert K "Ken"  Rice; one daughter: Stephanie (Michael) Quarg; two sons, Michael J (Michele) Rice and Phillip B (Lisa) Rice; 8 grandchildren; her mother, Bonnie (Terryl) Nichols; one brother, Robert L (Michelle) Saucier; niece, Samantha Rice; nephew, Joshua Rice; niece, Abbigail Saucier; nephew, Donnie Saucier; pets, Lincoln & Tad Rice.

Predeceased by her father, Robert L Saucier; stepfather, Donald E George; and Pets, Baxter, Harvey, Colonel Rice.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Sigler Funeral Home, 601-947-3112, www.siglerfuneral.com, 4248 Main Street, Lucedale, MS, is in charge of arrangements.