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Andrew Rhoads Obituary

Andrew B. Rhoads CHESAPEAKE - Andy Rhoads, 41, passed away Feb. 26, 2009. He was an employee of Hoffman Industries in Chesapeake for more than 20 years and will be greatly missed by his fellow employees, friends and family. Survivors include his son, Corey Shane Rhoads; his parents, Robert and Vilma Rhoads; two brothers, Robert Carter Rhoads Jr. and Emory John Rhoads and wife Kelli; nieces, Lillian and Billie; nephew, E.J. Rhoads; aunt and uncle, Mary and Emmett Brookshire, David and Robyn Walick; and numerous other cousins. A memorial service will be held in Heritage United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Monday with the Rev. Kathleen Haynes officiating. The church is located at 815 Baker Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Condolences may be made to the family at www.altmeyer.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Mar. 1, 2009.

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Tammy N

March 3, 2009

I wish I could personally thank you one more time for everything you have done for me, being my friend, being there for me through my hard times, never complaining just listening. I will never forget your joy, laughter, and your stickler for time. I will cherish our friendship forever. About two weeks ago, you called me on your way home from somewhere. The sound in your voice was filled with excitement, "I just saw a shooting star!" you told me. “Do I have to make a wish right now or can I think about it for a while?” you asked. I told you I think your have a little time to make your wish. The next day I saw you and you told me you ended up making a wish. I didn’t ask what, and a few minutes later you asked, “if I tell will it still come true?” I replied "No", they say you can't tell. I somehow wish I knew what it was, but whatever your wish was Andy, I pray that it came true or that it still may. I will miss your friendship deeply!

Jennifer G

March 3, 2009

I havent known Andy as long as some people but I am truely honored to have had the chance to know him. What a sincere and caring person he was, and always willing to help anyone who needed it. For that I am thankful he was a friend of mine. You will be loved and missed.

Dan soderberg

March 2, 2009

my childhood friend ,school mate my baseball teammate ,bmx partner,hot-rod building buddie and just all around running mate from the time we where 7 years old we shared alot a of adventures I hope to all who knew andy was a lucky to know him as I was .to help other in life he was willing and in death he continues on in alot of people ,I wish they could have met my great friend Andy peace my brother Dan

Chesapeake Ins Services Jerry & Cindy Hansen & employees

March 2, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Cathy Willis

March 1, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will miss you.

Nick Land

March 1, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

sandra woolard

March 1, 2009

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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