Mary Theresa Rice (nee McDonald)
May 24, 1930 to April 22, 2023
Obituary
For those unable to attend the mass for the Late Mary Rice at St. Teresa’s Church on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. may view it via this link: https://tom0349.wixsite.com/streamingservices/carnells
Passed peacefully away on April 22, 2023, at Chancellor Park in the presence of her family.
Predeceased by her husband Thomas Rice; parents Patrick and Lillian (Thompson) McDonald; stepmother Madeline McDonald; brothers Patrick “Gug”, Michael “Sonny”, Bill, James “Jimmy”, Harold “Howie”, John, Joe and Paul; sister Stella “Biddy” Fleming; brothers in law Gerald Fleming, Eddie Woodfine and John “Chic” Rice (Elsie); sisters-in-law Ethel McDonald, Madeline McDonald, Carmel King (Mike) and Rosemary Clarke (Ernest).
Mom was affectionately known as “Tuckel” to all her family and friends. From 1964 to 1979 she owned and operated Rice’s Snack Bar on Harvey Road.
She is survived by her two sons Robert (Trudy) and Greg; 5 grandchildren, Andrew (Jill), Stephanie (Shane Kelly), Stephen, Nicole (Matthew Sooley) and Robert; 3 great-grandchildren, Jackson Sooley, Harper Kelly and Jack Rice; Sisters, Margaret “Marge” Forward (Bob), Ann Woodfine, Patsy “Dolly” Quigley (Joey); Brothers, Gus, Kevin (Carolyn), Donald “Ninny” (Wanda); Sisters-in-Law, Madge McDonald, Ruth McDonald and Carol McDonald; also a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends who supported Mom over the years, especially David Fleming, Fred Moutrey, Lorraine McDonald, Denise McDonald, Betty Dodd and Ruth McDonald.
A very special thank you to her nephew Father Mick Fleming who has travelled from Western Canada to officiate the funeral mass. Thank you to the staff at Heritage Retirement Home, and Chancellor Park. Nurse Allison, you were a source of tremendous support and great comfort to Mom. She looked forward to your visits. We are forever grateful. To peter Dowden of Carnell’s Funeral Home, thanks, buddy.
Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, from 2-5 and 7-9 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 25th and 26th.
Funeral mass will be held at St. Teresa’s Church, Mundy Pond Rd. at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 27, 2023. Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in Mom’s memory may be made to Rainbow Riders Therapeutic Riding Centre.
Remember me as you pass by,
As you are now, so once was I,
As I am now, so shall you be,
Prepare for death and pray for me.
Schedule
Visitations
2-5 p.m. on April 25, 2023
7-9 p.m. on April 25, 2023
2-5 p.m. on April 26, 2023
7-9 p.m. on April 26, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Thursday April 27th
St. Teresa's Parish
120 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John's
Interment to follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery
RIP sweet lady! Had the privilege of meeting Mary at Heritage Square . Always enjoyed our little chats and she was so appreciative of the things I helped her with even though they were just normal parts of my job.
I was so saddened to hear of Mary’s loss. I only knew her for a short time, but she was a very sweet lady and I am grateful to have known her. Sending love to the family during this time.
Robert and Greg.. My heartfelt gratitude for giving me the privilege of being able to be a part of your Mom’s service. I was able to share in your pain and celebration as well as saying farewell to Aunt Tuckel.
Thank You
Sending you my love on this difficult sad day for you both and your families
Sharon
Dear Robert and Greg and all the family. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beautiful Mother. She was a beautiful lady and we have fond memories of many a conversation with her. May your many beautiful memories bring you comfort at this sad and challenging time.
Rest In Peace Tuckl
With heartfelt love, sympathy and prayers,
Gary & Andrea Penney & Family
Our sincerest condolences to aunt Tuckels family
From the Seaboyer family
Greg, , Robert and families. Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. May she Rest In Peace.🙏 Andy & Patty
Robert
My sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother. May she rest in peace.
I’m very sorry for your loss. I remember Tuckle as a little girl from our many visits to Rice’s. She was always smiling and very friendly to both myself and my mom Sylvia. May she rest in peace.
Our sincere condolences to the family, Mike & Sandra Kennedy and the Management and staff at Island Hose & Fittings
Robert, Greg and families. My sincere condolences to you and your families on the passing of your mother Mary.
sorry to here of the loss of mary[tuckle] i enjoyed the few visits i had with her over the last few years. may the angels guide her home –rest in piece
Greg, thinking of you & family with heartfelt thoughts & sincere condolences.
Very fond memories of this fine lady at Rice’s always kind and generous. My condolences to the family..
Robert, Greg, my heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family for the loss of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
I have enjoyed my visits with Aunt Mary over the many years that I have been coming back home to Newfoundland. She was so thoughtful and welcoming and always engaged in wonderful conversation over a cup of tea ….. which she prepared in Dad’s favorite cup, a cup she gave to me a few years ago.
I have always gone home for our elder family funerals. Unfortunately however, we are travelling in India and I am unable to be there with everyone.
Know that I am there in spirit, that I will miss Aunt Mary and will always remember her smiling face.
May you rest in peace in heaven with the angels Aunt Mary.
Gordon McDonald (Chris)
I remember Mary from when I was a little girl. My dad Heber Wheeler worked at Rice’s and it was a special place for our family. My condolences to the family.
Heartfelt condolences to you Robert, Trudy and family. So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing.
Sincerely, Sharon Dominic
Greg my deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom. Treasure your beautiful memories. May your Mom RIP. Hugs.
Robert, Greg and family I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. She was a special lady, I loved listening to her stories of the olden days. Let your fond memories and each other be your strength in the difficult days. I will be watching via the link provided.
Aunt Tuckel fly with the angels.
Hugs and Love
Sharon McDonald
Bob, Trudy and family-
My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.
May she rest in peace.
Bob and Trudy, condolences to you and your family..
Dear Robert and Greg, so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.. May she rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.. Regretfully I am unable to come home for her funeral but I will watch the funeral mass on the link you sent.. If there is anything I can do to help please let me know. Love, Patsy, Glenn and Derrick.
Sending my deepest sympathy to you all
Greg, Bob and family, sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. May you treasure the dear memories of your special mom and know I am thinking of you all. Much love!
Greg, Robert and The Rice family we are sadden to hear of your Mom’s passing. We are sending our sincere condolences to you all at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Duncan and Gail
Bob, Trudy, and family – So sorry for your loss. We hope you find comfort surrounded by your loved ones and the many happy memories of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Carla and Daniel Porter
Robert and Greg, our sincere condolences on your moms’ passing. May she RIP!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Ruth
So sorry for your loss of your sister- in- law, sending my deepest condolences.
Our condolences to all the families