Dale Laverne Rice, 60, of Devils Lake ND passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024, at his home.
Dale Laverne, son of Hilmer and Mary Jane (Olson) Rice was born on July 11, 1963, in North Dakota. He was reared and educated in the Karlsruhe, ND area. He lived for a time in Montana, Oregon, Arizona and North Dakota.
Much of his working life was as a manager for Dillards, where he rose up through the ranks very quickly. He was at one time married to Christina, the love of his life.
Dale had to overcome many demons and addictions in his life. He was thankful each day for the love and support of his family, who loved him unconditionally, who helped in any way they could and treasured the 60 years they had Dale in their lives as a blessing from God.
Dale is survived by his brother Kevin and sister Linda Fay Black; nieces Ayla Marie (Sean) Duffield, Krysta (Brandon) Gurth and Jerilyn (Alex) Galt; great nieces and great nephews Kaelyn, Jordan, Ella; Gabriella, Liliana, Caiden; Weston; many beloved cousins in North Dakota and Oregon.
He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Orville Rice, Elaine Wass, Daryl Rice, niece Chynna Wass, nephew Zachary Black and many aunts and uncles.
