Richard H. Rice, "Dick", age 93, of Newburyport, formerly of Cohasset, Amesbury, and NH, died Aug.18, 2013 after a short illness. Dick was born in Washington, DC. and raised in Hyde Park. He graduated from Hyde Park High School and attended Boston University. In 1939, Dick followed in his dad's footsteps, entering the US Secret Service, training in the Special Agent Program. In 1942, Dick requested a military furlough in order to enlist in the Army during World War II. He was assigned to the Dept. of Army Counter Intelligence Corps and was promoted to Special Agent. Upon discharge in 1946, Dick decided to pursue a security related career in private industry until his retirement in 1971. At that time, Dick decided to become a more accomplished leather crafter, which had always been a hobby. He traveled to England, studying saddlery at the British Gov't sponsored Counsel for Small Industries in Rural Areas (COSIRA). After graduating as a master saddler, he returned home to the states opening a small business, "The Yankee Saddler", making custom made harness, bridle gear, handgun holsters, and saddles. Dick enjoyed archery, making his own arrows, and target shooting with his hand made Kentucky Rifle. Summers found Dick in his boat fishing. He retired for good in his 80's and moved to Newburyport.

Dick is survived by his wife, E. Marie (Seel) Rice of Newburyport, his daughter, Pamela H. (Rice) Souther, granddaughter Sharon R. (Souther) Silvia, her husband, Harry M., and twin great-granddaughters, Shelby N. and Shannon A. Silvia, all of Cohasset.

A Private Burial was held for Mr. Rice.