Diana Lynn Rice

Diana Lynn Rice, age 64, passed away in Dallas, Oregon, on July 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on July 24, 1961, in Toledo, Oregon, to Keith and Delight Kapfer, Diana was raised in Toledo where she attended local schools and quickly stood out as a leader - excelling in both swimming and cheerleading.

She married the love of her life, Tom Rice, and together they shared 31 years of marriage built on love, laughter, and dedication. Diana worked as a property manager with PCL for over 20 years, a role she loved and excelled in. Her passion for helping others and making things work was evident in everything she did.

A proud member of the First Baptist Church in Independence, Diana's faith was a guiding light in her life. She also served as a 4-H camp counselor, pouring her heart into mentoring and encouraging young people.

Diana was the best kind of adventurer - she found joy in golfing, hunting, camping, walking beaches in search of agates, whale watching, traveling, and spending time outdoors. She also loved playing games with family and friends.

She was a natural-born leader, a direct and determined accomplisher, and someone who always looked out for others. Her fierce love, endless care, and bold spirit made her the best mother, wife, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend anyone could ask for.

Diana is survived by her husband Tom Rice, Zach Baldwin, Sarah Quinn, Helen Rice, Becca Talbot, Leah & Randy Ferch, and George Hammer. She was a proud grandmother to nine beloved grandchildren: Roarin, Abigail, Shawn, Charlie, Madalyn, Conner, Sabrina, Autumn, and Thorston.

A celebration of Diana's life will be held at First Baptist Church in Independence Oregon on Saturday August 23rd at 1PM

Diana's strength, love, and light will live on in every life she touched.