Obituary of Bernard Francis 'Frank' Rice,New Waterford

It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Bernard Francis 'Frank' Rice, 90, on Wednesday, June 30, 2020 at New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Richard and Maime (Peters) Rice. Frank was a coal hauler for many years. He enjoyed chatting on his CB and listening to country and fiddle music. Surviving are his daughters, Veronica and Marion, both of New Waterford; son, Frank (Ann), North Sydney; brother, Bud (Diane), Ont.; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Mary; a brother, Terry and foster sisters, Jean and Marie. A private service will be held in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, New Waterford, with Father Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery.Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca.