Ashley Rhodes

Ashley Jones Rhodes VIRGINIA BEACH - Ashley Jones Rhodes, 89, passed away peacefully July 4, 2009, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Rhodes was born April 17, 1920, to the late William and Lillian Jones in Norfolk. She was a Past Worthy Matron in the Eastern Star Bayside Chapter No. 181, and a longtime member of Diamond Springs Christian Church. She will always be remembered as a loving mother, sister, stepgrandmother, and friend. She will be deeply missed. Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Michael Rhodes and wife Dare, Marshall Rhodes; one brother, Robert Jones; one stepgranddaughter, Kimberly Bonnett; and two step great-grandchildren, Tyler and Colin Bonnett. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin A. Rhodes; a son, Melvin Ashley Rhodes; and a brother, William H. Jones Jr. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Rosewood- Kellum Funeral Home with a celebration of life to follow at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. Following the graveside service, the family invites everyone back to the funeral home for a time of fellowship and refreshments. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com.