Shirley Joanne Rice entered into rest on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2010 in Manteca.  She was born in Kansas City Missouri to the late Tim and Ellen Green. In heaven she joins her parents as well as extended family members.

Shirley leaves behind  a loving family. Her children; Ellen Martis and husband   Michael of Modesto, Dennis Lee Kent Sr. and wife Julie of Manteca, David Russell Kent of Missouri, Dwayne Eugene Kent and wife Natalie of   San Leandro and Debra Phillips and husband Garry of Manteca. She was blessed with 7 grandchildren; Derek Martis, Cory Holman, Denise Kent, Dennis Kent Jr., Jason Kent, Anthony Phillips and Paul Phillips. In addition Shirley leaves 6 great grandchildren.

Shirley was a member of Sequoia Heights Baptist Church for many years and was loved by all church members. She was a strong  willed lady, self sufficient and always determined. Shirley was hard working; never a job left unfinished. She enjoyed a good joke and had a great sense of humor, always looking to make someone smile. Her children were the apple of her eye. Shirley always felt as though she had to do something for them whether it be making them a home cooked meal or just being by their side. She was blessed to be surrounded by her grandchildren. Shirley will be remembered for her charismatic personality and all of the love and care she showed to all her family. She will be deeply missed.

Arrangements for Mrs. Rice are being handled by P.L. Fry & Son Funeral Home. Visitation will be on Friday, Sept. 10, 2010 held at Sequoia Heights Baptist Church, 1050 S. Union Road, Manteca from 5 to 6 p.m. with a Celebration of Life Ceremony immediately following.  She will then be sent to her home town of Kansas City Missouri were she will eternally rest. In lieu of flowers donations could be made to Sequoia Heights Baptist Church in honor of Shirley.