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Glenna Rhodes Obituary
AGE: 84 • Newark
Glenna M. Rhodes, age 84, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home, after a long battle with cancer, on Friday, May 26, 2017.
Born in Whitetop, Virginia, on June 3, 1932, Glenna was the daughter of the late Robert and Annie (Hurley) Miller. She took pride in taking care of her house and yard. Glenna loved her family and shared her faith and stories with all of them and she adored her dog Sadie; she will be missed by all. Glenna was a longtime member of the Glasgow Baptist Church in Newark.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Banner W. Rhodes, who died in 1996; and her brother Raymond Miller. Glenna is survived by her daughters, Linda S. Belcher and husband John; Patsy A. Howaniec and husband Mike, all of Newark; grandchildren who called her "Mom-Mom," Christopher J. Belcher of Wilmington, Gregory B. Belcher and wife, Carla of Middletown, Todd M. Howaniec and wife, Jennifer of Newark and Troy J. Howaniec and wife, Heather of Newark; and great grandchildren who called her "Big Mom," Eric and Emma Belcher and Todd, Jr., Jackson, Ella, and Dylan Howaniec.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff, nurses, and doctors at the Helen Graham Cancer Center and to Delaware Hospice.
Services and interment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Glenna's memory to Glasgow Baptist Church, 3021 Old County Rd., Newark, DE 19702.
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Kathy Wright (Sauer)
May 25, 2023
Linda, I will always remember the white cornbread your mom made, I loved it so much when we were teenagers. I will never forget Glenna with her dog Ferbie. She loved her dogs.
Kathy Wright (Sauer)
June 22, 2017
Linda, I just found out about the passing of your mom today. If I had known I would have been there for you. I have allot of fond memories for when we were teenagers and the best of friends.
I was just talking about you the other day to my mom (who will be 92 next month). Where has time gone. My sincere sympathy in your loss. Miss you.
Michele Reed
May 31, 2017
Glenna was always so happy even in her down times. She was always a joy to speak with and see.
She will be missed by many.
Michele
May 31, 2017
We will always her smile and love for her family.was a great neighbor many years ago and lots of fun.Spent time with her dogs and girls and her great husband Banner.love and sympathy
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