Gail Rice
Died: February 20, 2022 | Place: Residence
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RICE, Gail…
Peacefully at her home with her beloved family by her side, on Sunday, February 20, 2022, Gail passed away in her 66th year. The Lord wrapped his loving arms around Gail and welcomed her to eternal life. Cherished wife of Thomas Rice of London. Beloved mother of Aaron Rice (Bethany) and Matthew Rice (Chandany) of London, and Alan Rice (Brittany) of Kitchener. Proud Nanny of Ariahna, Brielle, and Mila. Loving daughter of Roy Matheson of PEI. Cherished sister of Danny Matheson of Kitchener, Florence Anne Smith and Gordon Matheson of PEI, Janet Gleason of London, and John Matheson of B.C. Predeceased by her mother, Mary Matheson (nee Myers). Appreciated by many for her involvement in the community with organizations such as the Forest City Thunderbirds and 29th Beaver colony. She will be remembered fondly for her service as one of the top saleswomen in Avon throughout Southwestern Ontario and Canada for 20 plus years. Family and friends are welcomed for visiting on Thursday, February 24, 2022 from 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022 at 2 pm in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. At the family’s request those who are attending are required to be double vaccinated. Proof of vaccination and photo identification will be required. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. Family and friends are invited to watch the funeral service live from the comfort of their homes, by visiting the AMG Funeral Home YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpfL6_cm3hysYQm6qoamdgQ?app=desktop or our website and clicking on the YouTube logo. As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Gail may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, PO Box 640, STN K, Toronto, ON M4P 9Z9 or Diabetes Canada, 1300-522 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 2R5 and would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Our thoughts and prayers are with with Tom and the entire family .
Gail will always be in our hearts and we will cherish our lifelong friendship and memories.
R.I.P …Al and Donna
Sending thoughts and prayers to her family Gail was a wonderful lady had a great sense of humour she will be so missed .
So sorry to hear of Gail’s passing. Thoughts and prayers go out to Tom, the boys and her family.
It was a privilege to know and work with Gail over the years with AVON. She was indeed a top achiever, always had fun, loved her family, her customers and her sister AVON representatives. Gail always gave a helping hand when needed and I considered her a good friend. She will be missed….
My Condolences to the Rice Family, Gail will be greatly missed, and never forgotten, she was a big part in our lives, a great BINGO partner for my mom, my heart goes out to you and your family.
Worked many years at CHIC with Gail and my dealings with her was always a pleasure!
So sorry for your loss!
My sympathies in the loss of your Mother. I only spoke to her a few times, but I see her love, kindness and happiness in you, and you share these with others. Much love
My deepest condolences to Gail’s family. My thoughts are with you all. Love and hugs.
Tom, rest in the assurance that Gail is now in God’s loving arms. My deepest sympathy, old friend.
Tom, rest in the assurance that Gail is now in God’s loving arms. My deepest sympathy, old friend.
My deepest condolences Tom to you and family.
I fondly remember the good times we had when we visited.
R.I.P. Gail, you will be sorely missed.
God bless you all.
I am deeply saddened by the passing of such a wonderful, kind and giving person. I met Gail when I first came to Canada, she worked at the Holiday Inn with a relative of mine… we would see each other at Bingo, then eventually she became my Avon lady… We had many laughs together, and always kept Pepsi in for her, boy she sure loved her Pepsi. I will miss her very much, she brought so much joy into my life… My heart goes out to her loving family, for whom she adored.
Rest In Peace dear friend
Mom!! My heart is broken. Our love for each other was never limited. My grief is overwhelming. I miss you so much. My girls are my proof of your great love! You shine through them every single day. I pray I will never miss a moment with them for if I do I may miss your sparkle. My dear Mom!
My sincerest sympathies to Tom Aaron, Matthew and Alan and families. Gail and I did lunchroom together at Byron Southwood years ago when the boys were young. She became my Avon Lady and we continued a friendship all these years later.She was always kind considerate and a pleasure to be around. She will certainly be missed by each of you as well as many others.
I am saddened at the passing of Gail. She was my Avon Representative for many years. We shared many wonderful football stories in my front foyer. I am happy she is no longer in pain
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Tom and with your family.
So sad to hear of the loss of Gail. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
So sad to hear of Gail’s passing. She was my Avon lady when I lived on Collingwood in Byron. I always enjoyed her visits and she talked so much of her family and how delighted she was with her granddaughters. May she Rest In Peace.
Tom, it’s been a long time since we met. I wish to send my deepest sympathies to you and your family on the passing of Gail. Thinking of you during this most difficult time.
Tom, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. We first met Gail at the tiny company Christmas parties in the early years of Pro Resp. What a lovely smile.
I’m so sorry to hear of this. My deepest condolences! Everyone knew and loved Gail. My condolences to Tom, Matt, Aaron, Alan, and the rest of the family.
Tom
We are sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you and your
family.
There are no words to express how truly sorry we are for the Rice family. We were lucky enough to have met Gail on several occasions. She was a wonderful, kind hearted woman. She gave us one of our best friends, and to her we are forever grateful for that. We have your whole family in our hearts and minds. Sending you all so much love and support.
Dear Tom and family. Please accept our condolences. Gail was a wonderful person. My son Sam and I will continue to remember Gail with great fondness from our time with the 29th London Beaver colony where Gail was a great Hawkeye. She always gave generously of her time and energy. Wishing you peace and strength at what has to be a tough time. Mike Leutheusser on behalf of Alice Wehlau and our family, Ariel, Samuel and Tristan.
I am so very sorry to hear about Gail. I knew Gail for many years as a fellow Avon rep and then my rep, a lovely woman. My deepest sympathies to Tom and her family.
Tom and family
From an old school friend my sincere condolences.
Glen
Deepest sympathy to all the family.Thinking of you and yours.
We had the lucky to meet Gail few yrs ago and having her as a nanny for my girls as well. It was a privilege to know and have some fun with her.
All our condolences to the Rice family.
Thanks for everything Gail!
We had the lucky to meet Gail few yrs ago and having her as a nanny for my girls as well since we don’t have family in Canada. It was a privilege to know and have some fun with her.
All our condolences to the Rice family.
Thanks for everything Gail!
Sincerest condolences to the entire family. Working with Gail for so many years at CHIC London Corporate office was always a pleasure. She always had such good advice whether it was a question about work, 29th Cubs/Scout Group, or just about raising teenage boys. Aaron, Matthew & Alan you were always her biggest pride and accomplishment in life. We know that her memories will remain with you throughout your futures.
Very sorry for your loss. Gail was a very sweet lady. What one of our Avon sisters! Enjoyed her company on our trips!
Tom and family, We are so sorry to learn of Gail’s passing. I knew Gail and the boys through Scouting. I will always remember Gail as an eager and willing volunteer… no matter what the task! She had a great sense of humour and a generous heart…. ‘Tom and her boys’ meant the world to her.
Gail will forever remain a part of our Scouting memories.
Our Heartfelt condolences to all of the family. ??
Scouter Jeff, Jackie, and the Blanchard boys.