"Dear Rife family, I am sorry for your loss. The bible tells us at Re21:3,4 that "He will wipe the tears from your eyes and death will be no more". I hope you can draw comfort from this thought. When you can, please read 2Co 1:3,4. Again, my condolences. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Lisa"
In loving memory of
Olivia Rife
May 2, 2015
Olivia Ann Rife, age 23, of Quincy, died on Saturday, May 2, 2015 in Springfield, Illinois.
Olivia was born August 26, 1991 in Lincoln, Nebraska, the daughter of Gregory Rife and Kelly Hunziker Rife.
Olivia was active in the Girl Scouts growing up and danced for seven years. She was a 2010 graduate of Quincy High School, where she was a Cheerleader.
Olivia was a fun loving person. She could always put a smile on your face. She loved her family and friends and especially loved her daughter, Ava Jo.
Survivors include her father, Gregory Rife of Palmyra, MO; her mother, Kelly Rife of Quincy; her daughter, Ava Jo Rife of Quincy; two brothers, Dustin (Kolby) Rife of Palmyra, MO, and Christopher Rife of Quincy; her maternal grandmother, Marydot Hunziker of Kahoka, MO, and paternal grandmother, Carole Rose of Palmyra, MO; her great-grandmother, Wilma Rife of Texas; a nephew, Blake Rife of Palmyra, MO; a niece, Kinsley Rife of Palmyra, MO; several aunts and uncles, Craig (Danita) Rife of Columbia, MO, Beverly (Russell) Miller of New Bloomfield, MO, Barbara (Stephen) Toops of Gaithersburg, MD, Marcia (Bruce) Folk of Mt. Vernon, TX, and Dennis (Joann) Hunziker of Kahoka, MO; and numerous cousins and friends.
Olivia was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Bobby Gene Rife and Melvin Hunziker, and an uncle, Robert Leon Rife.
Pallbearers will be: Dustin Rife, Christopher Rife, Anthony Hunziker, Levi March, Zeth Hudson, Clayton Hudson, Christopher Elbus, and Cory Boots. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Jennifer Meyer, Caitlin Craig, Regan Dice, Ashley Spiegelhoff, Caitlin Grant, Katie Lawrence, Amy Peters, Olivia Wiemelt, Alyssa Hunziker, Alexis Cottrell, and Easton Allen.
Services: 1:00 pm Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with Pastor Barb Hagerla officiating.
Burial: Steffenville Cemetery, Steffenville, MO.
Visitation: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Wednesday May 6, 2015 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorials: Ava Jo Rife Education Fund
www.hansenspear.com
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"Dear Kelly, I am truly! sorry for your tragic loss. I shed tears when watching the video of Olivia growing up, she was certainly a beautiful young lady. Although I have no children of my own, I understand the pain of losing someone you loved so much! Please be assured that Jehovah God Promises to end all suffering, pain, and sorrow in the near future. (Rev. 21:4) Please feel free to go to www.jw.org to find comforting and satisfiying answers as to why God allows so much suffering."
"Kelly, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Greg and all of your family! Mindy Slough Leavell, Olathe, KS"
"Greg: We were shocked to hear of the loss of your daughter. Our prayers go out to you and your family. May God bless and comfort you at this difficult time."
"To my friend Kelly, I pray that God is with you at this time of sorrow. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Thinking of you and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers."
"Greg, Dustin, and family, Toni and I are praying for you all. Olivia was much too young. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your loved ones. Greg, you are my friend. If you or your family has need of anything, please let me know."
"Greg and Kelly and family we are so sorry to hear about the loss of Olivia. We no that no words to can express that. We are here if there is anything we can do. We will keep your family in our prayers."
"Kelly, words can't express the heart felt sadness I feel for you. I imagine there is no pain more far-reaching and deeper than losing a child. My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time."
"Olivia I am so sad that you have left us. Your wonderful personality and smile will be so missed. You brought such joy to everyone who knew you. There wasn't a moment that you didn't make me smile. I am keeping your family and sweet Ava Jo in my thoughts and prayers."
"Greg and Dustin- I know the two of you better than other family members, but I want all of you to know that I am sorry for your loss. Greg, I can't begin to imagine how difficult it is to lose a child, but just know this: God is the author of life, and he feels the pain you are going through. He does not cause bad things to happen to any of us. God wants the best for all of us. My hope is that you can find comfort in this. I love you brother!"
"Greg My deepest sympathy to you and your family . Kyle"
"Greg---Just wanted you to know I am thinking of you in your loss. Live does give us unusual turns. God is sovereign and He is our creator and know our every breath. Give your life to Him and His Son and there is peace to be found. You can trust Him when you can trust no other. In my prayers -----a friend Larry S"
"Greg, so very sorry for your loss. May God bless and sustain you and your family through this very difficult time. Many hearts at Hannibal Carbide are going out to you. Olivia is with her savoir and she is smiling....and happy....once again."
"Kelly, Greg. Carole, and Dustin, as well as the rest of Olivia's family and loved ones. I'm so sorry, and I know your hearts are broken. Please accept my very sincere sympathy."
"Kelly, MaryDot and family, We are so sorry for your loss of your beautiful daughter and granddaughter. May you find comfort of family, friends and God during this difficult time. May she rest in peace."
"I am deeply saddened to hear about Olivia's death. I still remember her when Erik had a birthday party in grade school and how much fun she had playing in our yard. She was full of life and energy. I know nothing can take away the pain of your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers."
"As one of Olivia's former employers, I was saddened to hear about her passing. She was such a beautiful young lady and I enjoyed the short time we worked together. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. God Bless"
"Kelly, I hope you feel the love of family and friends surrounding you during this difficult time. You are in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers."
"Dearest Olivia, No more pain, no more struggle; may you rest in peace amongst the angels. I pray that your family is comforted by your memories and that you live on in sweet Ava Jo."