Norman Rice

Deepest condolences to Mrs Rice and the family. I was in Fayrer from 1986 to 1991. Mr Rice was always principled, fair, firm but kind. He had a keen interest in his boys and would ask how we were doing and remembered our issues. His was a quiet care and concern garbed in dignity and discipline. Not always understood by cheeky boys but I always appreciated his principled approach and understated manner.. It is a shame to have missed the opportunity to write him to tell him how much impact he had on a troubled young man. Rest In Peace Mr Rice, you’ll always be “sir” to me

I have great memories of Mr Rice and I was so sad to hear of his passing. Whilst I did economics he never taught me that but was a great supporter when we wanted to set up the first ever girls cricket team! We managed to get this off the ground and his daughter Zoe played in the team too. There were many people who were unsure of this when Chloe Kingham and I first suggested it so to have Mr Rice's backing was excellent, I will be forever grateful to him for this and his help with the team. My love and condolences to his wife, children and family x

Carole, Jennifer, Zoe and Danielle, I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Mr. Rice passing away, having enjoyed trading some emails with Norman only last autumn. From first meeting Mr. and Mrs. Rice in Fayrer House in 1989 before joining Epsom, to all these moments on the track (mostly) and around the school, Mr. Rice’s stoic presence - and firm but caring posture to guiding us kids - comes to mind still to this day. I know that he will continue to come to mind in moments for years to come, influencing a decision or presence of my own, in dealing with others (and training). My thoughts are with you. Kevin Brennan

Norman, was one hell of a gentleman. Not only did we work with one another at Epsom College we were team mates at Epsom and Ewell harriers. Norman would always be willing to put on his red and yellow vest. My condolences go to Carole and his girls whom I know he adored as he was always so proud to speak of all of them.

I was so sad to hear of Norman's passing. I feel so privileged to have worked alongside him in the Economics department that he set up himself. I very much miss our daily conversations and the positivity that Norman exuded on a daily basis. I learnt so much from him during my time here. He was such a thoughtful, kind and caring person. It is a wonderful picture on this page that encapsulates him so well and his legacy will certainly live on.

Gabbie and I would like to pass on our most sincere condolences to Carole and to Jenny, Zoe and Danni. I had the privilege of knowing Norman both as a student, in his Applied Economics classes when in the Sixth Form in the mid 1990s, and as a colleague when I joined the College community to teach History & Politics in 2010. Gabbie too has fond memories of Norman from these two different perspectives. He was seemingly unflappable and was very supportive to be as an inexperienced teacher. He was able to turn his hand to almost everything the College life could throw at him, which demonstrates his remarkable ability both on the sports pitch (any sports pitch) and in the classroom. A true gentleman who will be hugely missed. Very best wishes to you all at what must be a difficult time. Ben & Gabbie Jerrit

Our sincere condolences to Carole and all Norman's family. We have had three sons pass through Fayrer and Epsom and who greatly benefited from his tutelage. For us, being abroad for most of their school life, it was comforting to know they were in such good hands. He will be missed

My sincere condolences to Carole, Jennifer, Zoe and Danielle. Norman was a person of utmost integrity and loyalty. As I embarked on a teaching career at Epsom, he was an exceptional mentor and role model, and whether as an Economics teacher, Housemaster, sports coach etc he embodied what it is to be a schoolmaster. Norman was a real inspiration.