NORWAY — Donald L. Rice, 68, of Waterford passed away Monday, May 21, at Stephens Memorial Hospital with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Rumford, June 1, 1943, son of Rufus E. Rice and Mary (Clough) Kenniston.

Don graduated from Gould Academy in 1961. He worked as a bridge engineer for the state of Maine for 40 years, retiring in 2001, after which time he assisted in the operation of Rice Tree Service of Waterford.

He was a member of the Mt. Tirem Lodge.

He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and trapping. Another joy was fishing trips to Moosehead Lake and Lost Pond with Merritt and Bertha Kimball. He enjoyed tropical vacations with his family and meticulously caring for his home and gardens.

Dear to his heart were his beloved grandchildren whom he watched faithfully at their various sporting events. Always devoted and loyal to his family, he never missed the opportunity to plan and be a part of family gatherings.

Don is survived by his sons, Adam Rice of Augusta and Sheldon and wife, Jackie, of Waterford; four grandchildren, Bryenna and Michaela Rice of Augusta, Jaidyn and Dalton Rice of Waterford; dear friend, Elaine Kimball; brother, Douglas and wife, Sandra Rice, of Guildford Conn.; sister, Donna Rice-Howe of Waterford; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his parents; and sister, Sally Rice-Twitchell.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.oxfordhillsfuneralservices.com.