Kerie Marie Rice Davila

Kerie Marie Rice Davila

October 14, 1976 – August 31, 2026

Kerie Marie Rice Davila, 49, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, at Presbyterian Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Kerie was born on October 14, 1976, in Norwalk, California. She attended school in Norwalk, Lakewood, and Long Beach, California. During her childhood, she was affectionately known by the nickname “Kirby.”

Kerie earned her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification through the State of New Mexico and dedicated her work to caring for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Her work reflected the compassion and care she carried throughout her life.

Above all, Kerie was a loving granddaughter, daughter, sister, mother, niece, cousin, and friend. She will be remembered by those who knew and loved her and will be deeply missed.

Kerie is survived by her sons, Ryan and Jesse Davila; step son, Michael; their father, Adriano; her mother, Kriss Bogardus; her brother, Paul Rice; sister-in-law, Dawn Harris; great-aunt, Alice; aunt, Dorothy Rice; many cousins, nieces and nephews; and her beloved dog, Buddy.

She was preceded in death by her father, Paul B. Rice; her brother, Michael Harris; her grandparents and great-grandparents; her uncles, Joe and David Rice; her aunt, Cathy Dotson; and her great-uncle, Bobby.

A Celebration of Life honoring Kerie will be held in the coming months. The final date and time will be announced once arrangements have been completed.

In remembrance of Kerie, her family shares the song “Wind Beneath My Wings” by Bette Midler, a fitting tribute to a life deeply loved and cherished.