Passed away peacefully in Tucson, AZ. on Sept. 4, 2015 at the age of 90.  Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lee.  Much loved and loving father of Ruth (Brent) Rice and the late Kathryn Zimmer.  Proud grandfather of Sean (Carly) Musha, Joanne (Jon) Short, and Edward Rice.  Great-grandfather of Harrison, Kayla, and Logan.  Dear brother of Eleanor (Clifford) Mengert and predeceased by his brothers; Harry and Tommy.  Survived by other relatives and friends.