Sad news regarding Max Rice (Zach's dad) [Archive]

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04-09-2008, 09:48 PM

Posted By: Anthony N.I just got a call from Zach Rice, and I'm sorry to report that his dad, Max, has passed away this evening. If anyone has had the good fortune to meet Max at the National the past few years you are aware of the depth of the loss. Max, despite being confined to a wheelchair with MS, always had an incredible sense of humour of his situation, and many of us found his outlook on life truly inspirational. Zach has taken care of Max (and vice versa) for many years, and despite still being a teenager shows maturity well beyond his chronological age. The two of them together were a pleasure to be around, and their relationship was the envy of many fathers and sons. Zach asked me to put a post up here to let everyone know that he's going to be out of the loop for a few days as he deals with arrangements and the arrival of his extended family. He's really an amazing kid, and Max was very proud of him, as are those of us that know him. I think it's a testament to his character that he called me tonite to ask to spread the word that he'll need a few extra days before being able to fulfill his obligations in any pending transactions. Please join me in expressing our deepest condolences to Zach and the Rice family. <img src="http://photos.imageevent.com/griffins/distribution/icons/ZachandMax.jpg">

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04-09-2008, 09:49 PM

Posted By: Brian Zach, most tender sympathies to you...

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04-09-2008, 09:53 PM

Posted By: JayI had the pleasure of meeting and spending a little time with Max at the Chicago and the Cleveland Nationals. He was a wonderful man and will certainly be missed by all of those who spent any time with him. My best wishes go out to Zach and the rest of his family.

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04-09-2008, 10:00 PM

Posted By: barry arnoldmy deepest condolences and sympathy to Zach and family and friends, barry

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04-09-2008, 10:03 PM

Posted By: DougMy wife and I have wonderful memories of sitting with Zach and Max for hours at the Anaheim National. A special guy, a special kid. You're in my thoughts, Zach. Dou

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04-09-2008, 10:05 PM

Posted By: Chris EastZach and his family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.

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04-09-2008, 10:11 PM

Posted By: robert aZach, I'm very sorry to hear this sad news. You and your family are in my thoughts during this very tough time. Robert

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04-09-2008, 10:15 PM

Posted By: Bobby BinderTwo of the nicest people, my heart goes out for you. I lost my father not to long ago and this make me think fondly of him.

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04-09-2008, 10:24 PM

Posted By: Dan KotelesI was able to say hi and shake hands with both and this past National and yes really nice guys. All of our hearts are sunk here and you do have a community of freinds here that really care Zach. You have a bond with your pops that will last forever and we will all pray for you & your family. GOd bless yous.

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04-09-2008, 10:24 PM

Posted By: Ryan ChristoffThis is absolutely devastating news. Max was one of my all-time favorite people. Such a good man. Such a good father. If I can be half the man he was and half the father to my son that he was to his, I will consider my life successful. This almost makes me not even want to bother going to the National this year. Max literally made me cry at last year's National by saying some of the nicest and most meaningful things anyone has ever said to me. ANYTHING you need, Zach, I'm here. With great sadness, -Ryan

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04-09-2008, 10:25 PM

Posted By: Todd Schultzthis is very, very sad news. I am sorry to learn of your loss Zach. I had the great pleasure of speaking with Max at each of the past two Nationals, and he was among those I was looking forward to seeing again this summer. My sincere condolences.

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04-09-2008, 10:33 PM

Posted By: Al C.risafulliAwful news. What a nice man. Zach, you're in my thoughts. -Al

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04-09-2008, 10:35 PM

Posted By: AnonymousZach, My condolences. Brian Van Horn

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04-09-2008, 10:41 PM

Posted By: Bill CornellAwful news. I just booked my trip yesterday to the National and was looking forward to seeing Zach and Max for the fifth straight year. Max was a great guy - terrific sense of humor and a proud dad. I had a long chat with him just last year about technology and we both laughed a lot. I'm really sad about this, most of all because Zach's a friend. Might be a good place to put in a link to the <a href="http://cas.nationalmssociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=CAS_contact_homepage">MS Society</a>. They're fighting a terrible disease, one that we can all help to overcome. Bill

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04-09-2008, 10:42 PM

Posted By: JKZach, Very sad. Im truly sorry to hear about your loss. Josh

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04-09-2008, 11:00 PM

Posted By: Kenny ColeI had a great time sitting and talking to Max at the National last year. This is really terrible news. My deepest sympathies. Kenny Cole

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04-09-2008, 11:00 PM

Posted By: Dan BrettaVery truly sorry for your loss Zach....Way too young. My heart aches for you and your family.

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04-09-2008, 11:15 PM

Posted By: rmacpazach, please accept my sincerest condolences. roger

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04-09-2008, 11:29 PM

Posted By: andy beckerzach, my deepest condolences to you and your family. andy becker

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04-09-2008, 11:30 PM

Posted By: jPZach, my deepest sympathy for you and your family. Be well. my collection: <a href="http://s102.photobucket.com/albums/m95/obaks/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s102.photobucket.com/albums/m95/obaks/</a>

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04-10-2008, 12:32 AM

Posted By: JimBZach, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. JimB

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04-10-2008, 01:01 AM

Posted By: Denny WalshZach, As I read the post & now am writing this, my sweet wife is singing "Rock of Ages", to my 1 & 2 year olds back to sleep. We will pray for you & yours tonight! My Dad passed when I was 13, I feel your loss. Zach, I truly believe He's in a better place now. God Bless you Zach. Life Is Always Grand, Denny Walsh

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04-10-2008, 03:48 AM

Posted By: Chris BlandZach, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chris Bland

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04-10-2008, 04:06 AM

Posted By: Keith O'Learyvery sad news. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Zach, my sincere condolences go out to you and your family. <a href="http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f92/vwtdi55/53%20card%20baseball%20collection/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f92/vwtdi55/53%20card%20baseball%20collection/</a>

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04-10-2008, 05:17 AM

Posted By: Matt E.Zach, We are very sorry to learn of your Dad's death. It was a real pleasure to meet him last Summer. Matt Turner

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04-10-2008, 05:20 AM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanZach, so sorry for your loss. It sounds like you had a great father. Jeff

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04-10-2008, 05:28 AM

Posted By: CoreyRS.hanusVery sorry to hear of your loss, Zach. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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04-10-2008, 05:34 AM

Posted By: barrysloateZach- I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. We have only spoken a few times but I consider you a friend. I know you and your dad were very close and I realize how difficult this is. I wish you the best and hope you will be able to get through this. Best regards, Barry

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04-10-2008, 05:45 AM

Posted By: Scott M.Very sorry to hear about your loss, Zach. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Scott

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04-10-2008, 05:46 AM

Posted By: Ed HansZach, It was a pleasure to have had dinner with you and your dad at last year's National. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Ed Hans

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04-10-2008, 06:01 AM

Posted By: AlanZach, My deepest condolences to you and your family. Alan

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04-10-2008, 06:10 AM

Posted By: peter ullmanZach...so sorry to hear about your loss...although we've never met...my thoughts are with you. pete ullman

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04-10-2008, 06:13 AM

Posted By: Joe D.very sorry to hear about your loss. I will say a prayer for your Dad and family.

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04-10-2008, 06:17 AM

Posted By: Peter ThomasZack, Chris and I are very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. We have enjoyed our visits with both of you over the last few years. We both hope to see you this year to express our profound sorrow in person.

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04-10-2008, 06:24 AM

Posted By: PaulZach, My sincere condolances. Paul

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04-10-2008, 06:28 AM

Posted By: scott brockelmanZach, Having known both you and your dad several years, you know how I felt about him. I know this is a difficult time for you. You have been taught to stay strong in times of adversity first hand, your dad's fortitude and strength will be with you forever. Scott

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04-10-2008, 06:35 AM

Posted By: Tony AndreaZach - I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Tony Andrea

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04-10-2008, 06:59 AM

Posted By: leonAs I sit here with tears streaming down my face I am truly saddened to hear about this. I knew Max from what I think was the first National they attended 3-4 yrs ago. Not sure why but I buddied up with Zach and Max right away. I believe I remember making room for them a few times at our table at breakfast. Hang in there Zach. Our prayers are with you. Your dad will be sorely missed by all of us. Let us (and me personally) know if if there is anything at all we can do for you.....take care my friend....leon

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04-10-2008, 07:11 AM

Posted By: Steve MurrayI have great memories of sitting with Max and Zach at the Net54 Dinner in Cleveland last year looking at and talking cards. It was obvious how proud Max was of Zach and his accomplishments at such a young age. Condolences Zach to you and your family. Your cyber family is here to help in any way we can.

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04-10-2008, 07:13 AM

Posted By: LanceThough we never met, our prayers will be with Max, Zach, & the entire Rice family. Lance Galloway Family

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04-10-2008, 07:37 AM

Posted By: James FeaginI also extend my condolences. I met Zach last year and he is a kind, gentle and thoughtful young man. Children are often the reflection of their parents, so Mr. Rice must have been a good one. James

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04-10-2008, 07:43 AM

Posted By: Jim ManosZach, Sorry to hear the news...You have my deepest sympathy. Keep your chin up. Regards, Jim Manos

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04-10-2008, 07:53 AM

Posted By: Jimmy LeidermanZach, very sorry to hear about your loss.

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04-10-2008, 08:16 AM

Posted By: marktho i've never had the opportunity to meet either max or ryan, i too, share the sense of loss. my sincerest condolences to the rice family.

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04-10-2008, 08:44 AM

Posted By: MVSNYCZach- sounds like you had an amazing father...keep your head up, and always keep his memory with you... All the Best- Michael Sarno

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04-10-2008, 09:01 AM

Posted By: jay woltZach sorry for your loss was a pleasure meeting you both in Cleveland...jay

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04-10-2008, 09:08 AM

Posted By: Bryan LongSorry to hear the news. I will keep you both in my prayers. .

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04-10-2008, 09:42 AM

Posted By: NealVery sorry to hear about the loss of your dad! May the warmth of friends and family comfort you during this difficult time! God Bless!

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04-10-2008, 10:03 AM

Posted By: John SZach, My thoughts are with you and your family. John Spano

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04-10-2008, 10:08 AM

Posted By: Rich KleinI guarantee you have all our prayers and thoughts in this rough time; but take comfort in the quality time you spent with your dad Regards Rich

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04-10-2008, 10:10 AM

Posted By: Dave FSorry to hear of such a horrible thing, my best regards.

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04-10-2008, 10:14 AM

Posted By: Kevin SaucierZach and his father touched many lives. I was sitting close to them in that picture above and could just see and feel how proud Max was of his young sons accomplishments. That bond was very inspriational. Zach, I'm very sorry for your loss, but know that you meant the world to your father...and it showed. Kevin

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04-10-2008, 11:01 AM

Posted By: J LevineZach, My condolences to you and your loved ones. You and your father were highlights during the National. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Joshua

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04-10-2008, 12:35 PM

Posted By: BobZach- My deepest condolences. Stay strong. tbob

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04-10-2008, 12:47 PM

Posted By: Trevor HockingWOW Zach this is really sad news. I as many people here have feel in love with you from the moment I started chating with you. I hope you can have think of the happy times you had with your father right now. He was a amazing man and is in a great place now. If the is anything I can do please let me know. My family and I are praying for you. My thoughts are with you. Trevor

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04-10-2008, 01:15 PM

Posted By: Bob CZach please accept my sincerest regrets. My empathy is especially personal as I had a very close relative who suffered over thirty years from this terrible disease. Her recent passing was a blessing to escape her suffering but terribly hard on our family to see her go. It is also a testament to your father that he raised such a good son who looked after him during his times of need. I donate to the MS Society often and will make a donation in your father’s name. Regards, Bob Craik

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04-10-2008, 01:41 PM

Posted By: Bruce BabcockVery sad news. Devastating. I met Zach and Max at the National at Anaheim in 2006. Great people. So great to see a father and son spending time together, sharing the joy of collecting. Most people would have found Max's condition too daunting to undertake such a trip. It not even an issue for Max. It's clear that no obstacle would keep them apart. Zach, our thoughts are with you.

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04-10-2008, 01:49 PM

Posted By: Jerry RuckerZach, I'm so sorry about your loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jerry

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04-10-2008, 01:57 PM

Posted By: Ricky YMy sincere condolences and prayers to the Rice Family for their loss. Ricky Y

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04-10-2008, 02:05 PM

Posted By: Charlie BarokasZach, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Best Charlie

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04-10-2008, 02:31 PM

Posted By: Mark EvansZach-- I think we might have met at the Cleveland dinner about 5 years ago. Real sorry about your dad. Mine passed away in 1979. Time is the best healer. Mark

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04-10-2008, 04:17 PM

Posted By: Richard MassonZach, Your father was good man and raised a fine son. Stay strong, Richard

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04-10-2008, 04:17 PM

Posted By: Art M.Zach, Very sad to hear about your Dad. Both you and your dad will be in my prayers. Art M.

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04-10-2008, 04:25 PM

Posted By: boxingcardmanI had the pleasure of having dinner with Zach and Max at the last few Nationals. Their relationship was a beautiful thing. Anyone who knew Max will miss him. My sincerest condolences, Zach. Sic Gorgiamus Allos Subjectatos Nunc

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04-10-2008, 04:42 PM

Posted By: dennis Zach, I am very sorry about the loss of your Dad. He will be with you forever in your thoughts. My sincere condolences to you and your family. dennis

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04-10-2008, 05:31 PM

Posted By: Patrick McMenemyZach, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Patrick

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04-10-2008, 05:36 PM

Posted By: Craig WMy condolences over your loss. Stay strong.

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04-10-2008, 06:01 PM

Posted By: SteveSorry to hear this. Zach sounds like a very strong kid. Steve

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04-10-2008, 07:37 PM

Posted By: Dave SZach, my sincerest sympathies! Cherish your memories, my prayers are with you and yours..

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04-10-2008, 07:44 PM

Posted By: Bob PomillaThough we don't know each other Zach, we do share the grief of losing a parent and my thoughts are with you, at this time. Please take care and be strong.

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04-10-2008, 07:49 PM

Posted By: Fred CZach, My deepest sympathies. You're a great kid and you're dad did a great job in raising you. I'm sure he was proud to have you as a son and I'm sure he left this world knowing what a great person he raised. Take care.

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04-10-2008, 07:53 PM

Posted By: Richard ClineZach - I'm so sorry to learn of your father's passing. My deepest condolences to yourself and the entire Rice family. RC

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04-10-2008, 09:42 PM

Posted By: Brian GoldnerZach, I am deeply sorry to hear of Your Father's passing. Though i have not had the pleasure of meeting you, my prayers are with You and Your Family. Brian

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04-10-2008, 11:32 PM

Posted By: davidcyclebackZach has always been a good guy, and I wish him my best.

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04-11-2008, 01:29 AM

Posted By: B.C.Danielsmy father too died of complications of MS as he was wheel chaired ridden for 15 years. Your a much stronger young man than I was when it happened and hope and know The Lord gives you peace and a sense of knowing how good the time was you had with your father here on earth~ I pray you sleep well in your future knowing how much your dad loved you! BcD <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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04-11-2008, 05:48 PM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisIt was really great meeting you and your Dad in Cleveland this past summer. The best part of being at the National Show is getting to meet people in this hobby that you have conversed with electronically. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....and for your Dad. TED Z