With deep sorrow and humble acceptance of the divine will, we announce the passing of John Emmett Rice of Cuthbert, GA. He transitioned into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA.

Funeral arrangements: Memorial Service Saturday, February 28, 2026 @ 2:00 PM at Faith Baptist Church in Cuthbert, GA.

Professional funeral arrangements are entrusted to Johnson & Son Funeral Service, located at 184 Crawford Street, Dawson, GA 39842. Commissioner Ernest M. Johnson, Owner-LFD