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Betty Ann Phillips Rice

Birth	:	11 Oct 1933 Warren County, Illinois, USA
Death	:	11 Apr 2012 Roanoke, Roanoke City, Virginia, USA
Burial	:	Jacksonville Cemetery, Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate	:	36.9063988, -80.3186035
Description	:	The Roanoke Times, Roanoke, VA, April 14, 2012, obituary Betty Ann Phillips Rice, 78, of Roanoke, passed away at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Betty Ann was born on October 11, 1933, in Avon, Warren County, Ill. She is a Virginian due to her heritage and her having to be where her mother was at the time. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gary Randolph Phillips and Grace Velma Bishop Phillips; sister, Virginia Marie Roberts; and a brother, Alvin Bishop Phillips. She is survived by her husband, Clive Elvyn Rice; daughter, Martha Ann Massey and... Read More	The Roanoke Times, Roanoke, VA, April 14, 2012, obituary Betty Ann Phillips Rice, 78, of Roanoke, passed away at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Betty Ann was born on October 11, 1933, in Avon, Warren County, Ill. She is a Virginian due to her heritage and her having to be where her mother was at the time. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gary Randolph Phillips and Grace Velma Bishop Phillips; sister, Virginia Marie Roberts; and a brother, Alvin Bishop Phillips. She is survived by her husband, Clive Elvyn Rice; daughter, Martha Ann Massey and husband, James Lee; stepson, Richard Michael Rice; stepdaughter, Danielle Marie Torino; five grandchildren, Katie, Ashley, and Jamie Massey, Brianna Rice LeMaster and husband, Joshua, and Jordan Michael Rice; one great-grandchild; nephew, Gusty; nieces, Theresa, Pattie, and Roslyn; and various cousins. At a young age Betty Ann always wanted to be a doctor. After finishing high school in Floyd County she received a pre-med scholarship to Bridgewater College but after one year her dream was shattered. Betty was diagnosed as having diabetes mellitus and would be unable to complete her schooling. She battled the decease for 61 years with the attitude of-it will not rule me, I will rule it. Betty Ann was a Registered Nurse who retired from the Veterans Administration where she worked in the psychiatric service and was on the Volunteer Services Board at the local VA Medical Center and volunteered in the Prosthetics Department. Her time was spent as a community volunteer for many organizations. She was secretary of the Hanging Rock Foundation, long-time treasure of the Roanoke Civil War Round Table, and Registrar, President of the Roanoke Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC). In the Virginia Division UDC, she served as Custodian, District Chairman, Vice President, Chairman of the Grave Marker Committee, and Chairman of Pages. She was also the director of the "Hanging Rock Rangers" Roanoke chapter of the Children of the Confederacy. She taught and was instrumental in organizing the Blue Ridge Bobbin and Lace Guilde. Her lace membership includes the English Lace Guild, International Old Lacers, Chesapeake Regional Lace Guild, and North Carolina Lacers. She gave demonstrations in bobbin lace at workshops, festivals, museums and schools. She was also an accomplished seamstress. She took courses in fabric painting, electrical wiring, and plumbing. Betty was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the Jefferson Nurses Association, the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, the Civil War Preservation Trust and the Museum of the Confederacy. It was guaranteed that if there was an obstacle in her path, it would be overcome. She believed in trust, truth, and dealing direct. Her favorite saying was, "A brain is a terrible thing to waste." She will be remembered by many, many people. Special thanks and recognition go the the Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (6 South) at Carilion Roanoke Memorial, who cared for Betty these many days. The ICU on 7 South is also recognized. You are all special and your compassion is much appreciated. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Veterans Administration Volunteer Services, c/o the VA Medical Center, 1970 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153. These donations will be used for the purchase of canteen books so that her beloved veterans my purchase toiletries and items for personal grooming. A Funeral Service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road by Pastor Jack Lowe of Peters Creek Church of the Brethren. Interment will be at a later date in Jacksonville Cemetery in Floyd County. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday, April 16, 2012, at Simpson Funeral Home. 540-366-0707.

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Where is Betty Ann Phillips Rice's memorial?
Betty Ann Phillips Rice's memorial is located at: Jacksonville Cemetery, Floyd, Floyd County, USA.
When did Betty Ann Phillips Rice death?
Betty Ann Phillips Rice death on 11 Apr 2012 in Roanoke, Roanoke City, Virginia, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Betty Ann Phillips Rice's memorial?
Latitude: 36.9063988
Longitude: -80.3186035

Family Members:

Parent

Gary Randolph Phillips

(1902 - 1987)

Grace Velma Bishop Phillips

(1907 - 2003)

Spouse

CPO Clive Elvyn Rice

(1941 - 2016)

Siblings

Virginia Marie Phillips Roberts

(1931 - 2009)

Flowers:

Fondly remembered by her UDC sisters of Martha Reid 19, UDC

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To a life well lived and a woman well loved! You helped and brought happiness to many people. I'm sure there is a special place reserved in Heaven for you!

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Jacksonville Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9063988, -80.3186035

2. Floyd Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9102860, -80.3188110

3. Big Oak Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9175685, -80.3073990

4. Agnew Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8926340, -80.3012620

5. Smith Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8872319, -80.3260720

6. Benjamin Dodd Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9068870, -80.3470830

7. Clinger Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9343992, -80.3151036

8. Col. Jacob Helms Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9007300, -80.3558900

9. Epperly-Ballinger Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8760030, -80.3349010

10. Morricle - Dickerson Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9296399, -80.3488198

11. Oliver Perry Slusher Cemetery
Laurel Branch, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9167900, -80.3587400

12. Howell Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8795445, -80.3459129

13. Claytor Ingram Via Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9093000, -80.2723470

14. Akers - Turman Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9128690, -80.3653230

15. Howell - Carter Cemetery
Shelors Mill, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8752509, -80.3457628

16. Agnew - Kitterman Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8675980, -80.3171400

17. Haynes Family Cemetery - Tuggles Gap
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8904336, -80.2740650

18. Howell-Via Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8776040, -80.3533390

19. Jacob Slusher Cemetery
Laurel Branch, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9163236, -80.3682087

20. Bolen Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8709370, -80.3468100

21. Howell-Slusher Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8653903, -80.3308104

22. Moses Dickerson, Jr. Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9482030, -80.3347460

23. Joel Agnew Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.8649390, -80.2988530

24. Slusher-Jones Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9197083, -80.3750604