April 28, 1952 - September 21, 2024

In Loving Memory ~

James (Jim) Anthony Rice, of Courtenay, passed away September 21, 2024 at the age of 72.

Jim was born April 28, 1952, in London, Ontario to Fred and Dorothea Rice. He moved to Comox in 1963. It was in Comox that he met his wife of 45 years Lisa and raised his family.

He is survived by Lisa, his two children James Jr (Stephanie) and Carley, his two grand-cats Findus and Freya, his grand-dogs Shelby and Shay, and his siblings Rick (Cheryl), Dan (Claire), Anne (Ross) and Donna (Paul).

Jim enjoyed spending time camping and puttering in his shop, watching reruns (repeatedly!) of his favourite shows鈥攎uch to the dismay of his loved ones. He loved helping those around him, especially when that help required the use of power tools or spending (someone else's) money at Home Depot.

Jim was a beloved husband and father to his family, and a much-loved neighbour, friend and father figure to many.

His family wishes to thank all the doctors, nurses and staff that Jim interacted with at the Comox Valley Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion.

They would also like to thank all those who reached out and pitched in during Jim's final days. It was a testament to the community he had built and how he had impacted the lives of so many.