Robert Gene Rice

Robert Gene Rice, age 66, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away on March 11, 2026. He was born in Escondido, California on August 20, 1959 to the late Louis and Rachel Rice.

Robert spent most of his life in Dermott, where he worked as a farmer. He cherished his dog, Harley, and found great joy in hog hunting. Above all, he loved his family fiercely and was loved in return.

He is survived by his sisters, Lesa Solinger and her husband Michael, and Joyce Compton, as well as his nieces and nephews whom he adored: Ryan Davis, who made him an uncle for the first time, Cody Compton, Hailey Davis, his favorite, and Megan Compton. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.