Eaton County Sheriff's Department, Michigan
End of Watch Tuesday, December 10, 1985
Add to My HeroesDonald Earl Rice
Deputy Rice was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting a disabled motorist on a highway. The drunk driver sideswiped Deputy Rice and then fled the scene. The man was apprehended and sentenced to seven-and-a-half to fifteen years for manslaughter.
Deputy Rice had been with the agency for nine years and was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 15 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsIt has been almost 39 years since you left us. I have learned in my 53 years on this earth that everything happens for a reason. No one understood why you were taken from us so soon when it happened but I now understand. Shawn and I would not be who we are today if your accident did not occur. We love you and miss you everyday and try our best to make you proud.
Shannon RIce Webb
Daughter
April 15, 2024
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