Clinton Stewart Rice

Clinton Stewart Rice, 55, well-known and highly regarded resident of Towanda, PA passed away Friday afternoon, October 17, 2025, after hiking to Clingmans Dome Observation Tower in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with friends in Tennessee. Clinton loved the Lord and was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. His sudden and unexpected passing brings great sadness to all who knew and loved him. Clinton’s winning smile, truly warm and welcoming personality, willingness to help and give of himself to others, positive influence and motivation brought strength, understanding, encouragement, and comfort to the lives of many. He is and will be deeply missed. Clinton was born in Cumberland, Maryland on July 14, 1970, to loving parents William “Buddy” and MaryJo (Goss) Rice. He was a graduate of Calvary High School in Cresaptown, Maryland where he later taught fourth grade. He positively impacted the campers and staff of New Life Bible Camp in Buffalo Mills, Pennsylvania as a counselor for over 5 years. Clinton received his bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Secondary Math at Cedarville University in Ohio where he later worked in Residence Life and various other capacities. Following graduation, Clinton spent a year in China where he taught English at People’s University. Upon moving to Pennsylvania, Clinton taught at Elmira Free Academy, Sayre High School and began his own business, CSR Tech Solutions. He received his master’s degree in Educational Technology from Wright State University in Ohio and was currently working toward his doctorate degree in Performance Improvement Leadership with Capella University. Clinton operated his own business, CSR Technology Solutions, prior to being employed by ProCare which later became Pivot and at the time of his passing was employed by the Endless Mountains Veterinary Clinics in Rome, PA as Chief Information Officer. He had also recently partnered with his wife in her financial services business and was on a retreat with their friends and colleagues when he passed. Deeply devoted in his faith, Clinton served at Windham Summit Bible Church in various roles including teaching elder and leading youth group along with Steve Crain. Clinton served as a board member with the Athletico Cares Foundation. He was an enthusiastic pickleball player, enjoyed Friday morning workouts with his buddies, spending time with his daughters, his sons-in-law, and his grandchildren. Most of all, he cherished any time spent with his wife and best friend, Jennifer, traveling, hiking, stargazing, and enjoying their family together. Clinton’s family includes his loving wife of 30 years, Jennifer L. (Dinelli) Rice whom he married on March 18, 1995 in Ellerslie, Maryland, their daughters, Virginia Teelon and husband Alex of Warren Center, PA, Anna Silva and husband David of Phoenix, AZ, Lily Rice and Abigail Rice of Towanda, grandchildren, Eleanor, Barrett, and Aria Teelon, and Josiah Silva, his mother and father, MaryJo and William “Buddy” Rice of Corriganville, MD, sister and brother-in-law, Carrie and Ron Toliver of Michigan, nephews, Logan Shipe, Nathan Toliver and Louis Dinelli IV, and nieces Rebekah and Alyssa Dinelli, mother-in-law and father-in-law, Janice and Louis Dinelli II of Liberty Corners, PA, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Louis III and Sarah Dinelli of Ashburn, VA as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many beloved friends. Clinton was predeceased by an infant grandson, Oliver Stewart Silva. The family will receive friends Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. at the Independent Baptist Church, 109 Cherry Street, Towanda, PA. Memories and condolences may be expressed by visiting www.bowenfuneralhomes.com.

Clinton Stewart Rice

July 14, 1970 - October 17, 2025

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July 14, 1970 - October 17, 2025

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