Marie Elaine(Heim) Rice, 74, of South Yarmouth, MA, formerly of Manchester, CT, slipped away peacefully from complications from pneumonia on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation-Eagle Pond in Dennis, MA. She was the wife of John Rice. Born and raised in Manchester, CT, Marie graduated from Manchester High School. She worked for many years as a budget analyst for The Travelers Insurance Company, retiring in 1993. Marie loved playing bingo and enjoyed many ocean cruises with her friends and family, and will be missed by many. Marie leaves her daughters Selina DeSpirt of South Yarmouth, MA and Lisa Scianghetti of Mesa, AZ; grandchildren Sheena, Tyann, and Tiffany; great-grandchildren Anthony, Elani, Josiah, and Ni'yeli; and brother Joseph Heim of East Hartford, CT. She was predeceased by her brother Robert Heim, sister Dolores Kelly and beloved granddaughter Elena Marie Rice. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 10:00am, immediately followed by a funeral service at 11:00am in Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave, South Yarmouth, MA. Interment will be in Chandler Gray Cemetery, 161 Old Mill Way, South Yarmouth, MA. For online guestbook and directions, please visit www.hallettfuneralhome.com

John So sorry to hear about Marie's passing. I remember her vividly from the good old days at the Travelers - feisty, dedicated, intelligent, fun and always there to help out. She was one of the go-to people for me when ever I needed financial or budget information. She was a wonderful person, mother and wife to you. Remember the good times.....and take care.

John & Family Please know that we are thinking about you and sending heartfelt condolences for the loss of Marie. May you find peace in all the memories that you have shared through the years. Sincerely, Lisa & Fran Politis

So sorry for your loss. It was so nice to see Marie and John at cousin Irene's Birthday. To her daughter Selina and Lisa my prayers are with the whole family.

So sorry for your loss. We had a lot of fun with Marie at family gatherings over the years. We will miss her.. Love and condolences... Lynne and Dorothy