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Thomas Arthur "Tom" RICE

Thomas RICE Obituary

Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Marilyn. Loved father and father-in-law of Tania & John, Debra & Andy, Sandra & Karl. Much loved Poppa of Jess, Tiana, Ella, Quinn, Renata & Emily. Cherished Uncle of many. Friends are invited to attend a service for Tom at the St Peters Village Hall, Beach Road, Paekākāriki, on Monday, 25 August 2025, at 1.30pm. Followed by a private cremation.


Published by The Post on Aug. 25, 2025.

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Donna Goodman ,nee Gray.

August 26, 2025

A lovely memory of Tom,at about 19.Dressed like the Fonz,vivid white shirt,collar up,sleeves rolled up halfway and wearing sparkly black trousers.arriving for a date with the sister.He always made time for me.Mum,Dad and George living in Tilly Road.Special times and Memories.Farewell Tom and thank-you. Donna Gooodman,nee Gray.

Tim McVeagh

August 25, 2025

So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Happy memories of Tom, Marilyn, and the girls moving in next door at Ashhurst. Eg Tom donning a long wig and joining his 4 girls to sing karaoke at Sandra's 21st..... classic. RIP Tom. From Tim and Heather McVeagh.

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