Shawn Gregory Rice, 41, of West Lafayette, Indiana passed away early the morning of Friday, November 25th, 2022 at home.  Shawn was born May 18, 1981 in Olney, Illinois to Susan (Jamerson) and Baskam Banner Rice.

He attended elementary and high school in Claremont then Olney, Illinois. He later
earned his Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate at Olney Central College. As a CNA Shawn worked at Richland Care Center and Burgin Manor in Olney. After moving to West Lafayette, Indiana Shawn became Manager, then co-owner, of Evil Genius Tattoo Club.

Shawn enjoyed fishing, camping, cooking and playing “Magic The Gathering” but most of all Shawn loved making memories with his family and friends. To describe Shawn simply: Shawn LOVED. He spent his time living life to its’ fullest while making countless memories along the way. He was often the life of the party while at the same time making each person feel special and seen.

Shawn is survived by fiancé Leanne Smithenry of West Lafayette, Indiana, mother
Susan Rice of Lawrenceville, Il, 2 sisters, Cathy Wagner and Carol Burger and numerous
extended family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his father Baskam Banner Rice, brother Junior Rice and his grandparents Robert & Yolanda Jamerson and Banner & Marie Rice.

Final arrangements and cremation in care of Tippecanoe Memory Gardens. A Celebration of Life service to be held at a later date.

Tippecanoe Memory Gardens, West Lafayette, IN