Pamela Kay Rice

Pamela Kay Rice November 11, 1946 to December 13, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela Kay (Bailly) Rice, a loving mother and grandmother, cherished friend, and devoted family member. Pamela was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Arthur Francis and Lavina Jane Bailly. Pamela, of Almont, Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025. She was raised in East Detroit alongside her siblings Margaret, Earl, and Marshall, and graduated from East Detroit High School in 1964. In 1968, Pamela married Lawrence Bogusz. The couple spent a short time living in Stuttgart, Germany, where their son, John David, was born in 1970. After returning to Michigan, they welcomed their daughter, Jill Marie, in 1972. The family settled in Sterling Heights, where Pam devoted herself to raising her children. During those years, she was actively involved in their schools and took great pride in her work with the PTA. Pamela and Lawrence parted ways in 1984 but remained in the area. Years later, she met Raymond Rice, and they were married in 1990. Together, they lived in St. Clair Shores and Kinde, Michigan. During this time, Pamela worked in accounts payable and as a personal assistant before retiring to Kinde. She spent many happy years enjoying Michigan’s Thumb area until Raymond’s passing. Pamela was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Rice; her parents, Arthur and Lavina Bailly; her sisters, Margaret Howell and Donna Bailly; and her brothers, Earl Bailly and Marshall Bailly. She is survived by her loving children and grandchildren. John Bogusz, Laurie, of Lapeer, Michigan, and grandsons Tyler and Nathan Bogusz. Jill Phillips, Scott, of Anthem, Arizona, and Oxford, Michigan, and granddaughters Avery, Bryn, and Reese Phillips. She is also survived by her dear extended family and friends, including Darlene Zalewski, Carrie Wills, Tina Balk, Stacie Costigan, Carolyn Johnson, and Sherry Pennington, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and cherished friends. Pamela was known for her wonderful sense of humor, her infectious laugh, and her love of cooking and feeding others. She especially enjoyed casino outings with her family and enthusiastic discussions of Detroit Lions and Tigers games with her brother Marshall. Pamela will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She will be remembered for her warmth, her laughter, her generous spirit, and the meaningful relationships she built throughout her life. Pamela will be cremated, and a celebration luncheon will be held in June at one of her favorite restaurants, as she requested. Family and friends will gather to share stories, laughter, and support. Additional details will be shared at a later date.

Pamela Kay Rice

November 11, 1946 - December 13, 2025