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‘He was so optimistic and positive.’ Nashville business owner dies after battle with cancer
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Kassidy Brown , WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Nashville business owner has died after a battle with cancer, according to Pink Door cookies. The cookie business posted to their social media Friday announced the death of Matthew Rice, one of Pink Door’s owners. “I am so deeply sorry to inform all of you that Mathew...
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Key takeaway The cookie business posted to their social media Friday announced the death of Matthew Rice, one of Pink Door’s owners.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The loss of Matthew Rice will be felt deeply in Nashville's business community, where his cookie shop, Pink Door, has become a beloved fixture. As a small business owner who took a risk and started his venture during the pandemic, Rice's story resonated with many entrepreneurs in the city. His bravery and optimism in the face of a cancer diagnosis will likely inspire others to persevere through challenges. The fact that Pink Door was Rice's dream and a labor of love makes his passing all the more poignant, and his legacy will likely live on through the business he built. As the city mourns the loss of this young business owner, it will be worth watching how the community comes together to support Pink Door and ensure its continued success, a testament to Rice's enduring impact on Nashville's vibrant small business scene.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Nashville business owner has died after a battle with cancer, according to Pink Door cookies. The cookie business posted to their social media Friday announced the death of Matthew Rice, one of Pink Door’s owners. “I am so deeply sorry to inform all of you that Mathew...
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