Michael Rhoades

Michael James "Dirt" Rhoades, 68, of Gates Hollow passed away at his home Sunday (Sept. 29, 2024) surrounded by family.
Born Oct. 8, 1955, in Bradford, he was a son of Alberta (Smead) Cobb.
Mike lived in Willow Creek and Bradford throughout his life and was a 1974 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
He worked for Halliburton and Universal Well Services until his diagnosis of secondary progressive multiple sclerosis in 1994.
Despite being quadriplegic, Mike was able to live his best life at home. He always had a positive outlook and inspired those around him with his strength and optimism. He was a loving father, grandfather and husband who will be remembered for his kindness, humor and love for the simple things in life. He enjoyed spending time with family, gardening, watching the birds, listening to his classic rock, talking with his friends from the oil fields, and enjoying the outdoors sitting under the apple tree. His simple life at home meant the world to him.
He leaves behind his beloved wife, Beth Ann (Price) Rhoades, whom he married Dec. 19, 1975; two children, Emily (Jeremy Lingenfelter) Rhoades and Katie (Mike) Greene; two granddaughters, Daisy Greene and Violet Greene; and one brother, Bill (Beth Soble) Good.
Mike was predeceased by his mother and four brothers, Stanley Rhoades, David Rhoades, Mark Rhoades and Bruce Rhoades.
In keeping with Mike's wishes, there will be no funeral services.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the National MS Society, P.O. Box 91891 Washington, DC 20090-1891 (In memory of Mike Rhoades, 72 Gates Hollow, Bradford, PA 16701); or a charity of the donor's choice.
Arrangements are under direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at hollenbeckcahill.com.