Gwen Marie Bice

Gwen Marie Bice, age 56, passed away at her home in Hot Springs on Friday, Nov. 2, 2012. Gwen was born Sept. 25, 1956 to parents Earl Blappert and Gloria Greauterau. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Rick Bice; her children, Jamie Lynn Myles and husband Anthony of St. Bernard, La., Ricky Bice and wife Tina of Benton, Ashly Marie and husband Anthony Pennix of Benton, Clayton Bice and wife Shelley of Iowa, Ali Lacombe and husband Don of Houston, Texas, Tiffany Alonzo of St. Bernard, La.; eight grandchildren, Payton, Cheynne, Amiah, Shyanne, Macey, Jersey, Amber and Ashley; three sisters, Earline Jordan and husband Bob, Lee Hahn and husband Eddie, Kim Sergo and husband Jay all of Mississippi; one brother, Alton Blappert of Louisiana; a number of nieces and nephews as well as a host of other family members and friends. Gwen was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Susan Moran and her favorite canine companion, Jasmine. Gwen was a kind, big-hearted woman that loved her children and grandchildren, pets of every kind, reaching out to people and spending time outdoors. Gwen was a unique person who made friends with everyone never meeting a stranger. She was dearly cherished and loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Visitation will be Sunday, Nov. 4, from 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service will be Monday, Nov. 5 at 11 a.m. at Peaceful Haven Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton, Ark. 72015. For more information call 501-778-7100. Online guestbook: www.peacefulhavenfuneralhome.com.