Anita Jane Rice, 61, of Benton, passed away at 11:05 a.m., on Friday, December 15, 2023, at the Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Evansville, IL.

She was born on April 12, 1962, to Kerry and Linda (Powell) Croteau in Pontiac, MI. She married Michael Rice and he survives.  Anita enjoyed taking care of her family.

Anita is survived by her loving spouse Michael Rice; one daughter and son; brother, Kurt; and two sisters, Kelli and Annette.

She was preceded in death by an infant daughter; and son, Nathan Sill.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

Anita's wishes was for cremation to take place.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.