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Alyssa Rhoades Obituary

YORKTOWN - Alyssa Lynne Rhoades, 23, of York County, VA passed into our Lord's hands on February 6th, 2015 surrounded by her family at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, VA. Born on December 15th, 1991 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, she was taken from us much too soon. Alyssa was full of spunk and known to friends and family as "Li'l One" and could brighten anyone's day. Those who knew her loved her and enjoyed her vibrant personality. Alyssa lived life to the fullest by her own rules and surrounded herself with an amazing circle of friends. She attended York High School, class of 2010. She worked at a variety of local restaurants since the age of 15. Alyssa was the kindest person you could ever meet. She would give a stranger a hug before giving them her last buck. God loved her and could not wait to get this angel back. Alyssa will forever be missed by her mother and step-father, Maria (Stoy) and Steve Peters of Yorktown, VA; her father, Ed Rhoades, of Bath, NC; brothers Ryan and Kyle Rhoades, both of York County, VA; grandparents Jack and Shirley Stoy of Middletown, PA; uncle Jack and aunt Sandy Stoy, and cousins John and Steven of Dover, PA. On Wednesday, February 11th, Providence United Methodist Church will host a visitation from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM and a "Celebration of Life" service at 3:30 PM followed by a reception from 4:00-6:00 PM. Providence UMC is located at 113 Old Dare Road, Yorktown, VA. In lieu of flowers, guests are asked to make a donation in Alyssa's name to The Bargain Box Thrift Shop, 222 Dare Rd., Yorktown VA (http://www.yorkcountyva.org/index.cfm?action=c10&id=2095). The Bargain Box was Alyssa's favorite place to shop and supports many charities that were dear to Alyssa's heart. Arrangements by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton, VA

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Published by Daily Press on Feb. 9, 2015.

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Diana Bristow

February 19, 2015

I can't get Alyssa off my mind. I think of her each day. Maria, my thoughts are with you as a mother. I truly pray your family finds comfort ahead.

Kristen and William Milholen

February 11, 2015

Dear Maria and family,

You are in our prayers.

February 11, 2015

Dear Steve, Maria, and Family,

Sorry to hear of the passing of your step-daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Wish I could give you(Steve) a hug.

Mrs. MJ Fuoco

Cindy, Greg, Adrie, Greg Wrenn

February 11, 2015

Rhoades and Peterson family, I am so sorry for your loss. I watched Alyssa grow up. She was truly a beautiful person. Just know that we will keep you in our prayers and thoughts. If we can do anything, please let us know.

February 11, 2015

Maria, Ed and family. We are keeping your family in our prayers at this most difficult time. Alyssa was such a sweet girl when we met her, and when we last saw her she was a teen. With all your love and guidance she surely must have been a caring and loving young lady. We know God is holding your family in God's hands, and will give you the courage and strength for your many tough days ahead. We also know your Providence UMC family will love and care for you, as well. You are in our prayers. Sharing hugs and the love of our Lord. Pastor Keith and Janet (Moore)

Lisa,Lora,Kelley

February 11, 2015

Our deepest condolences in the loss of your daughter. Our girls grew up in school together,Alyssa was a sweet,kind and beautiful girl, who has left us to soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Peter Clement

February 11, 2015

Steve and Maria,

There are no words to condole the loss of a child of God. We ask why, but the answer never comes -- we are left to our memories and reflections of those who meant so much to us. Paulette and I can only offer our prayers for your family's healing faith and trust in your Lord and Savior with whom Alyssa is now joined. Our deepest sympathies. Laus Deo.

Rebecca Nelsen

February 10, 2015

My condolences to your family during this difficult time. I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. Best wishes for better times ahead.

Rosemary Bowshot

February 10, 2015

On behalf of Matthew and Rosemary Bowshot, please accept our deepest condolences in the passing of your lovely daughter Alyssa Lynne Rhoades. Although she is no longer with you, I am sure the love you have for her and the pleasant memories will live for a long time to come.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement and be assured of our most sincere sympathy.

Kendra and George Hallman

February 10, 2015

Words cannot express how sorry we feel for your family. The only comfort is to know she is with God and nolonger has any pain. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!

Sweet Alyssa

Terrie and Andy Landrum

February 9, 2015

Sending our love and prayers to Alyssa's family and friends. No words can express the sadness we feel. We know you are heartbroken and wish there was something we could say or do to bring you peace. May your faith give you strength at this time.

terri bishop

February 9, 2015

Me and alyssa were co workers at arbys. We were friends and it was to soon for her to leave this world, but i guess god had a better plan for her. U are missed but never forgotten girl til we meet again.

The Frisby Family

February 9, 2015

Mourning your loss, along with all your friends and family. We know you are in Jesus' arms, but our hearts are broken.

Vicki Wyche

February 9, 2015

To the family:
Sorry to hear about the pass of your love one.My prayers are with you. Stay encourage and know that God loved her best.

Rhonda Guilliams

February 9, 2015

My thoughts and prayers to Alyssa's family and friends. We never met but my heart aches for all of those who have lost you. You must have been a remarkable young woman. Rest In Peace!

February 9, 2015

Dear Steve, Maria, and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Most Sincerely,
Kevin Schlapfer and Julie(Fuoco)Schlapfer

February 9, 2015

Dear Steven, Maria, and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Most sincerely,
Kevin Schlapfer and Julie(Fuoco)Schlapfer

T Griffin

February 9, 2015

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

jamie cokley

February 9, 2015

Alyssa was a beautiful kinda hearted person that was taken from us way to soon my thoughts and prayers go out to her other friends and her family she will be greatly missed her presence will never be forgot or the way she could light up a room in a single smile

Diana Bristow

February 9, 2015

My son Mitchell and her were friends for many years. My heart goes out to each of you during this time. I have many happy memories of teaching her to cook at our house. May each of you find peace in the days, months and years to come. She certainly will be in our hearts. May God comfort each of you.

george rinaldi

February 9, 2015

I remember Alyssa from the convenience store she worked at a few years ago. She was always quick with a smile and a joke, and I am saddened she left us at such a young age. My condolences to her family and friends.

Walt and Patricia Presloid

February 9, 2015

So sorry for your loss, Our prayers are with Alyssa and the family. God rest her soul.

February 9, 2015

Prayers for Steve, Maria and all of their other children. I think that she was about 4 years old when they started coming to providence. She was such a cute little girl.

February 9, 2015

I remember the year I went along as a chaperone with the youth to Eagle Eyrie and Alyssa brought her makeup and made up one of the boys. He was so pretty when she got through with him! :)
Our thoughts and prayers are with all who loved her. From the Darone family

Amanda Collier

February 9, 2015

I feel blessed that I had the honor to teach Alyssa. She was such a gift. I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Janice Leaf

February 9, 2015

I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear daughter. My daughter and I knew Alyssa since they were little girls. Since they grew up, whenever I would see her she was always so sweet, friendly and smiling and always asked how Cynthia was doing. My thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.

February 9, 2015

Maria, Steve & Family,
Our most sincere condolences on your loss of Alyssa. We will keep you all in our prayers asking God to guide you through this time and to provide you comfort knowing that she is with Him now. God Bless you, the family and all of those who knew Alyssa.
Greg & Shirley Campbell

Karla Hilbourn

February 9, 2015

Missing you Alyssa!

Karla Hilbourn

February 9, 2015

My heart is heavy....sad....words just can't express how I feel. Alyssa was an adorable young lady .... I knew her from about the age of 5 or so, and I'm so glad I was able to meet her. Maria and family --- I can't even imagine what you are going through, but my thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything at all I can do, I hope you know you can call on me. All my love!!!

Kathy Hargis

February 9, 2015

You will be missed.

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