Gregory Wade "Greg" Rhoades

1954 - 2021

Gregory Wade Rhoades, 66, of Comstock, Neb. passed away Jan. 14, 2021 at his home in Comstock.

Gregory Wade Rhoades was born Sept. 2, 1954 in Broken Bow to Claude and Charlene (Glause) Rhoades.

As a child Greg loved nothing more than exploring the outdoors with his dog, Old Black Joe, where he lived near Brewster.

Greg received his early education at Dunning Public Schools. He attended high school at Halsey-Dunning High where he participated in football and basketball.

Greg was instrumental in starting the first High School Rodeo Club in Blaine County. Other activities he participated in were 4-H and Ak-Sar-Ben.

He was a true child of the Nebraska Sandhills and a free spirit. He followed anything that smelled like a horse or a dog. His interest in livestock was influenced by his father, uncles and any other old grizzled character who he could find to follow around to teach him anything about livestock.

Greg loved all of his furry friends, but in particular his dogs - Old Black Joe, Andy and Duke. He was a true example of the saying, "A dog is a man's best friend," as his dog, Duke, was right beside him to the end.

Throughout his lifetime he continued to travel widely, always observing the natural environment and the way humans and animals inhabited it. His curious mind guided him to places that others did not always understand, until he found his own understanding.

He built a vast community of friends stretching from coast to coast through his livestock trading activities. He took a special interest in mentoring youth who had a desire to grow their own knowledge about livestock. Many of these young people still looked to him today for fatherly advice.

He was preceded in death by his mother Charlene Rhoades.

He is survived by one son Casey Greg; his father Claude Rhoades; three sisters Karla (Larry) Estes, Julie Rhoades-Carr and Lisa Barrett; aunts and uncles; many nieces and nephews; and a wide community of cherished friends.

Graveside service is planned for Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021 at 2 p.m. at "Victoria Creek" New Helena Cemetery, in Anselmo with Pastor Don Schauda officiating. The family respectfully requests that attendees observe social safety guidelines.

Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed for words of encouragement or remembrance at www.govierbrothers.com.

Memorials are suggested to Victoria Creek Cemetery for maintenance and restoration.