Randy Rice has announced he will seek the nomination for the position of DeWitt County Coroner in 2012.  Rice earned his bachelor degree in Christian Education from Judson Christian College in 1983.  He then attended Worsham College of Mortuary Science where he graduated with a degree in Mortuary Science in 1984.  He has served as Chief Deputy Coroner under Alex Calvert for the past sixteen years.

Rice moved to Clinton in October 1991 after accepting a position with Calvert Funeral Home.  Randy is married to Sandy Rice, together they have two daughters: Brianna (Nick) Deavers and Kelsey Rice both of Clinton.  He and his family are members of the First Baptist Church.  Rice is a member and past President of Clinton Rotary, YMCA board member and a past Chamber of Commerce board member.

Rice has dedicated his life to serving families during their time of loss.  For twenty-six
years he has dealt with death and death related issues on a daily basis.

“I would be proud to serve my community as DeWitt County Coroner.  It’s an important job and I am confident, with your help, I will continue in Alex’s footsteps to bring honor and respect to the office.  I feel one of my most valuable qualities is compassion for families suffering loss.”