Community Mourns the Loss of 13-Year-Old Avery Rice, Tragically Killed in Snowboarding Accident
The community of Anacortes, Washington, is reeling from the heartbreaking loss of 13-year-old Avery Rice, who tragically passed away on April 9th, 2025, due to injuries sustained in a snowboarding accident during a family spring break trip. Avery’s death has left a profound void in the hearts of his family, including his parents, Rose and Brian, and his older brother, Elliott. The family is devastated by the unexpected loss of their beloved son and sibling, and the grief they are experiencing is felt by everyone who knew Avery.
Avery was a bright and curious young boy who lived life with an infectious energy and a boundless sense of adventure. Known for his kind heart, intelligence, and spirited personality, Avery was always the first to explore new things, whether it was through his passion for building intricate LEGO creations, his deep love of food, or his excitement for both the mountains and the beach. Avery’s adventurous spirit was matched only by his love for learning and sharing his knowledge with others. His friends and family fondly remember his quick wit, sharp humor, and his incredible ability to recall random facts that would make everyone laugh and marvel at his sharp mind.
Despite his youthful exuberance, Avery was a thoughtful and caring individual who never shied away from a challenge. Whether it was mastering a new skill, tackling a difficult subject, or facing obstacles head-on, Avery approached every challenge with determination and a smile. His resilience, love for life, and caring nature made him a beloved friend, son, and brother, and he touched the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know him.
The tragic accident that took Avery from this world so suddenly has left his family in unimaginable sorrow. Rose, Brian, and Elliott are grieving deeply, and their hearts ache with the loss of their bright, kind, and loving son and brother. In this difficult time, the Anacortes community has rallied around the Rice family, offering their support, love, and prayers.
A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to help cover funeral and memorial expenses, lost wages, and other unexpected costs that the family now faces as they navigate this heartbreaking journey. The Rice family has expressed their deep gratitude for the outpouring of support from friends, family, and the wider community. Every contribution, no matter how small, is greatly appreciated and will go toward easing the financial burdens during this incredibly difficult time.
Funeral arrangements for Avery are being managed by Evans Funeral Home, with further details about the service to be announced. Though the pain of losing Avery is immeasurable, his family finds comfort in knowing that his memory will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him. Avery’s love for life, his infectious laughter, and the joy he brought to those around him will never be forgotten.
Avery’s family takes solace in the fact that their son’s spirit will continue to shine through the many memories they shared with him. From his love for adventure to his fun-loving nature, Avery’s presence will forever be felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him. The gap left by his passing is irreplaceable, but the impact he made in the lives of those around him will endure forever.
As the Rice family faces the road ahead, they find comfort in the kindness and support of those who care for them. The outpouring of love from the community serves as a reminder of how deeply Avery touched the lives of everyone he met. In his memory, we continue to honor his life, his spirit, and the joy he brought to this world.
Please consider visiting the GoFundMe page to support the Rice family during this incredibly difficult time. Every act of kindness, whether through a donation, a prayer, or a message of support, will help ease the burden on this grieving family as they remember and celebrate Avery’s beautiful life.
Avery Rice will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved him, and his legacy of joy, laughter, and adventure will continue to inspire all who knew him. Rest in peace, Avery – you will never be forgotten.