Joseph Allen "Big Papa Joe" Rice, 51, of Coconut Creek, FL passed away on October 30, 2021. In lieu of flowers or other gifts, the family requests you to Give A Memorial Gift here to set up a trust fund for his daughters.

Big Papa Joe was born on January 3, 1970 and passed away on October 30, 2021 due to COVID 19. Survived by his wife, Jennifer; daughters, Cassie and Sammie; and his beloved dogs, Dallas and Troy. Joe grew up in Coral Springs and graduated from JP Taravella in 1988. He fished, played several sports with football being his passion. He was unstoppable; number 24 set a permanent mark on and off the field. His beloved Jen referred to him as "Al Bundy" for the most touchdowns and yards ran in one game.

The initial reaction when people first meet Joe is "Wow! You're Huge!" While he loved hearing these comments, the reality is that all who knew him, loved him. He was kind, caring, loving, and would take his shirt off his back and that last dollar in his wallet to help another.

Joe loved that time he spent with his girls on the softball fields. Rooting and helping them was the highlight of raising his daughters.

We cannot express in words how missed you are. Heaven gained an angel. Fly high and forever you will be in our hearts. We love you, Joey.

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