Geraldine Louise (Harrison) Rice

Message from Sylvia Bowery

What a vibrant person you were. You lit up a room with such a voice that anyone who knew you ,knew Mrs. Rice was in the house . You made my Polk days fun. Thanks for always listening to me. You" ll be tremendously missed. Besides looking over your family I know you'll be looking over Polk as well...

A candle was lit by Alicia Robinson on May 29, 2017 7:39 PM

A candle was lit by Glean Henderson on May 15, 2017 7:08 PM

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From time to time on my way to work a song would get in my spirit. When I got there, I would forgo my coffee that morning. I would stop by Geraldine Rice office. I would say, "Rice, I got a song I want to hear." She would get up from her computer and say, "Hendawg what song is it this morning?" Well, Friday, May 5, 2017 the last song I played for her was God's Goodness by Willie Banks. Rice if I only knew Friday was my last time seeing, laughing and talking with you I would not have done a thing at work but sat in your office all day and talked and laugh with you. I am going to miss our morning meetings. Love ya! Rest on!

Message from Her Family

Thank you for your kind words

A candle was lit by Betty Williams and Family on May 14, 2017 7:06 AM

A candle was lit by The Red Hill family ,Greene,Green,and Harris on May 13, 2017 11:01 AM

Message from Rose Williams

Sorry to hear of Geraldine's passing. I was classmates/friends with her and her sister, Tina. I have fond memories of them both. I've been reading all the lovely messages and they're all the same. They speak of her beautiful personality and barrels of laughs she gave everyone around her. She has always been that way and heaven has truly gained an angel. Condolences to the family and again, sorry for your loss. RIP Geraldine. You will truly be missed!!!

A candle was lit by Rose Williams on May 13, 2017 8:40 AM

A candle was lit by Thomas and Dorothy Pitchford on May 13, 2017 7:02 AM

A candle was lit by Mary Manning on May 13, 2017 1:47 AM

A candle was lit by Terry DeShazo NCDPS family! on May 13, 2017 12:49 AM

A candle was lit by Jennifer Pettiford on May 12, 2017 10:49 PM

Message from such a sweet spirit, work together with this lady who always had a smiling face.

such a sweet spirit, work together with this lady for years, she always had a smiling face. Jennifer P.

A candle was lit by S. Alston on May 12, 2017 9:41 PM

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Mrs. Rice you will truly be missed. I was fortunate to get to know you.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. LOVE leaves a memory no one can steal. Memories let them fill your mind and heart, and lead you through.

A candle was lit by S. Alston on May 12, 2017 9:30 PM

A candle was lit by Shirley leslie on May 12, 2017 9:16 PM

A candle was lit by Felix Greene on May 12, 2017 7:41 PM

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A candle was lit by Bernice Holbert on May 12, 2017 6:54 PM

A candle was lit by Cynthia Jordan Rose on May 12, 2017 6:35 PM

A candle was lit by Thomas and Dorothy Pitchford on May 12, 2017 4:05 PM

Message from Patricia Alston

The beautiful song of life will be missed at Polk Correctional Institutional love always .

A candle was lit by Patricia Alston on May 12, 2017 2:01 PM

A candle was lit by Tracey Stone on May 12, 2017 1:42 PM

A candle was lit by Geraldine Hawkins on May 12, 2017 12:42 PM

A candle was lit by Amanda Penny on May 12, 2017 9:54 AM

Message from Carnellia Solomon

My prayers are with you all at this time! May God continue to strengthen you during this difficult time. Thank God and you all for sharing your angel with us!

A candle was lit by Vanessa Freeman on May 12, 2017 9:25 AM

A candle was lit by Liz Jeffries (penny) RIP Cousin!!! on May 12, 2017 9:06 AM

Message from Chaplain Thomas Eldridge, Polk

Ms. Rice was a bright spot for all of us at Polk. She shared smiles, fun and joy. When she was not near, we could tell she was coming from far away. Since her office was near the Chapel, I had to sometimes request, "Ms Rice, use your inside voice." She was compassionate towards inmates and could defuse a young man ready to explode. No one can replace her. She loved us and we loved her. To the Rice Family: Thank you for sharing Geraldine with us. To Geraldine: Happy day in Heaven! Now I know Blue Devils can go there.

Message from Chaplain Thomas Eldridge, Polk

Ms. Rice was a bright spot for all of us at Polk. She shared smiles, fun and joy. When she was not near, we could tell she was coming from far away. Since her office was near the Chapel, I had to sometimes request, "Ms Rice, use your inside voice." She was compassionate towards inmates and could defuse a young man ready to explode. No one can replace her. She loved us and we loved her. To the Rice Family: Thank you for sharing Geraldine with us. To Geraldine: Happy day in Heaven! Now I know Blue Devils can go there.

Message from Chaplain Thomas Eldridge, Polk

Ms. Rice was a bright spot for all of us at Polk. She shared smiles, fun and joy. When she was not near, we could tell she was coming from far away. Since her office was near the Chapel, I had to sometimes request, "Ms Rice, use your inside voice." She was compassionate towards inmates and could defuse a young man ready to explode. No one can replace her. She loved us and we loved her. To the Rice Family: Thank you for sharing Geraldine with us. To Geraldine: Happy day in Heaven! Now I know Blue Devils can go there.

Message from Angela Cozart

Sending heartfelt condolences to the family. Geraldine was the sunshine to our days at work. We always knew we'd have a bundle of laughs if she was at work. This is a tough one but, somehow I know she's in a better place. Praying that the Lord strengthen your days and lighten your hearts.....

A candle was lit by Angela Cozart on May 11, 2017 4:25 PM

A candle was lit by Lisa on May 11, 2017 2:47 PM

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To the Rice family, Robert I am do sorry for the lost if your wife. We were all classmates and Geraldine was by bestie. When my cousin put on Facebook RIP, aunt Geraldine I could not believe it. May God strengthen the entire family. Be blessed and may GOD give you the added strength to go on. Praying for family. Lisa

A candle was lit by Lisa on May 11, 2017 2:47 PM

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To the Rice family, Robert I am do sorry for the lost if your wife. We were all classmates and Geraldine was by bestie. When my cousin put on Facebook RIP, aunt Geraldine I could not believe it. May God strengthen the entire family. Be blessed and may GOD give you the added strength to go on. Praying for family. Lisa

A candle was lit by Lisa Bell-Alston on May 11, 2017 2:38 PM

A candle was lit by Jacqueline Baskerville on May 11, 2017 2:33 PM

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My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Know that God is a very present help in the time of trouble. I will truly miss Mrs. Rice for she brought so much love, joy and excitement to all that knew her at Polk CI. She loved her Family and Co-Workers dearly. Always in my heart and forever loved!!!

A candle was lit by Jacqueline Baskerville on May 11, 2017 2:27 PM

A candle was lit by Naomi Swartz on May 11, 2017 1:54 PM

Message from Toni Yancey-Clayton

I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs. Rice. We worked together for years at Polk. She always wore a smile and kept you laughing and in good spirits. God has called an "Angel" home. She will surely be missed. May the love of God, comfort the family during this time of sorrow.

A candle was lit by Toni Yancey-Clayton on May 11, 2017 11:22 AM

A candle was lit by Gregory Nelson on May 11, 2017 10:21 AM

A candle was lit by Portia Lucas -- PCI on May 11, 2017 8:10 AM

A candle was lit by Portia Lucas on May 11, 2017 8:09 AM

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I was saddened to hear of my coworkers passing on Monday morning. Ms. Rice was kind, loving, and always had a smile. She never walked past you without speaking, and you definitely wasnt going to walk past her and not speak. Her postive attitude and love for others will be missed. Take your wings and fly.

A candle was lit by Crystal morrison on May 11, 2017 2:48 AM

Message from Meyoshi Raynor

I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for the family. She will definitely be missed.

A candle was lit by Meyoshi Raynor on May 10, 2017 10:19 PM

A candle was lit by Tamieko Downey on May 10, 2017 9:48 PM

Message from Karen Yowell

My deepest and sincerest sympathy is extended to you during your time of sorrow. Please remember "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord," and "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal!" I have nothing but great thoughts and memories of her. She was loved and will be greatly missed! May God bless and keep you!

A candle was lit by Karen Yowell - Polk CI Diagnostics Dept. on May 10, 2017 7:50 PM

A candle was lit by P. Phifer on May 10, 2017 7:00 PM

Message from P. Phifer

My condolences to you and your family. You and your family are always in my prayers...

A candle was lit by Mr. & Mrs. Dwayne Green on May 10, 2017 2:14 PM

A candle was lit by James E. Knight on May 10, 2017 1:03 PM

A candle was lit by Alpean R. Hightower on May 10, 2017 11:38 AM

Message from Alpean R. Hightower

I am sorry for your lost. I will truly miss her in every way. you all are in my prayer.
We work together at Polk.

A candle was lit by Lavonne Harvey on May 10, 2017 10:14 AM