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for William Rhodes
Sharon Rhodes Turley
July 11, 2007
Dear Billie and all my nephews and family,
I am so thankful for my brother and all that he has meant to me. What a loss for all of us. For me, he was the last connection to Dad and the early family life that I never knew because Dad died so young. I will miss our conversations and visits. I will miss his smile and his laugh. I will miss his stories... and he knew a lot of them. He knew about Grandpa and Grandma Tolley and all the hard growing up we had to do. He knew about Grandma and Grandpa Rhodes and so many who died before I was very old. He was my caretaker after Dad died and one of his stories was how he had to chase me down when I ran off. I guess I did that a lot.
I am thankful for these last years when we have had more opportunities to visit than in the past. We spent a week in Cody, Wyoming and he took us into Yellowstone. We visited in Tennessee, North Carolina and many times as he and Billie passed through our way on their way to somewhere else. And the special time we shared at Lake O the Ozarks when we met and celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary together.
I am so thankful for my brother Bill. I shall miss him and remember him with great love and admiration. He brought joy and happiness and a love of life and family whenever he was in our midst. Now he is having a reunion with Mom and Dad, Kate and Bob someday I'll be there too.
God bless each of you and your wonderful families.
Aunt Sharon
Tonny and Laura French
June 23, 2007
what a loss..who will cook for camp!! Love and Prayers to all the family.
Leigh Julian
June 21, 2007
I just learned of Bill Rhode's homegoing through reading Marc and Sara's Blog. Lots of memories come crowding back to me as it was always a joy to see him and Mrs. Rhodes each Sunday morning at church. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Johnathan McDade
June 21, 2007
Im very sorry about this loss. This man, was my pastors father. I didnt know much about him, but to have a child such as pastor, he must be a great man. God bless your family, friends, and others that took loss to this death. But remember always, Be of good cheer for only his worldly body is dead, his spirit is still alive, and he has finally gotten to meet the king!
Webster Rhodes
June 21, 2007
Just wanted to say I love you grandma and I know that we will see are hero soon! I want to thank you and grandpa for raising my father the way you did I see a lot of my dad in grandpa (oh boy). Well just wanted to say that I LOVE YOU!
Andrew Good
June 21, 2007
I would like to personally thank God for the life of William Rhodes. Words cannot express my sympathy for this loss. He raised two great servants of God in Marc and Jeff Rhodes, two men who greatly influence my life. I will be eternally grateful for the life of William Rhodes.
Josh, Christy & Gabriella Boswell
June 20, 2007
We were very sorry to hear about your loss. Your family remains in our thoughts and prayers.
We love you.
Cathy Rhodes Chandler
June 20, 2007
Uncle Bill was a man for all ages, a "real man" we need more of so desperately today. He had a reverence for life about him that was never suspect, because he was "real." He could give his opinion in any circumstance - "telling it like it is" - because he was "real." You always knew where you stood with him, and he always made you aware without ever having to verbalize it that you could count on him no matter what, because he was "real." He could be a friend to anyone of any age because he was "real." Uncle Bill was a man for all ages, no longer present in body, but always present in the hearts of everyone who knew him, because he was so very "real" to us while he was here. He is missed by all of my family, and we thank God for the powerful legacy he has given us!
Sarah
June 19, 2007
Thinking of y'all and praying for you in this time of pain...It's been several years since my family moved away from down there...but I've always remembered y'alls dad/grandad and mom/grandmom...they were wonderful people and always kind to me...Love and Prayers to all the family...
Sarah (Talley) Crosby
Psalm 27:14
Diane Turley Beck
June 19, 2007
To Aunt Billie and the Gang: I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Bill's passing. I have so many good memories of hanging out in Florida with all of ya'll. I think it was Dusty or Rusty climbing UP a palm tree that I remember so vividly because he was barefoot. I remember all the great stories that Uncle Bill told and I remember his terrific smile and wonderful humor. He always had a twinkle in his eye! He will be truely missed.
Debbie Bisson
June 19, 2007
Billie, Pastor, Jeff and extended families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during your time of loss. We are rejoicing in the testimony of Bill and know we shall see him again in Glory! Bill was always a mans man and had something postitive to say whenever you talked with him. God bless you all.
Love,
The Bisson Family
Creighton Rhodes
June 19, 2007
I am so privileged to have grown up a grandson of Bill Rhodes. He taught me so many valuable lessons just by saying,"Boy!", and shaking his head. He always stood for what was right, not what people wanted. I loved my grandfather, and I wish I would have spent more time around him - because he was so very wise, and always right. But he left us with the greatest grandma, and me with the greatest father in the world.Grandma- I Love You!
Bob & Mary Brown
June 19, 2007
This world has lost a great man. His legacy lives on in his children, grand-children, and great grand-children.
We loved him and we continue to love his family.
God bless each one of them.
John & Connie Walker
June 19, 2007
Mrs.Billie Rhodes, Pastor Rhodes, Bro. Jeff, Scott and each of your families,
Words never seem to be sufficient at times like this, but just know that Connie and I love you and are praying for you. Praise the Lord for His gift of eternal salvation.
John and Connie Walker
Rob, Terri, Tina and Robbie Berry
June 19, 2007
What a terrible loss to everyone who has ever met him. Always able to make you smile or just make everything seem ok with a hug.
Linda (Platt) Burson
June 19, 2007
The Rhodes Family,
May God Bless and surround you with his loving arms. Your Bill will be missed. I remember the times shared with the Willis Family on Christmas Day. Always a smile for everyone. He enjoyed life and his family.
Randy & Sue Smith
June 19, 2007
Mrs.Billie Rhodes,Pastor,Bro.Jeff,Scott & all the family,we are so sorry for yor loss. We are thankful he isn't in pain anymore & what a comfort to know we will all see him again in Glory. We love you & are here for you if you ever need us.
Linda Marie Mincey
June 18, 2007
To the entire Rhodes family
Words cannot express how much we love you. We are keeping your family in our prayers.
Love, the Mincey Family
Sue Biarsky
June 18, 2007
Rusty, you and your family will be in my prayers.
Senior Family; Benjamin, Michelle, and son Ethan
June 18, 2007
The Rhodes family has been a blessing to my family and me for many years as members of First Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Marc, and Pastor Jeff. You have truly honored your father and mother with your service and with your lives. It was a privilege to know Bill Rhodes, the father of such great men.
We can be thankful that Bill Rhodes was a believer in Christ Jesus and that we will see him again in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Rhodes family during this time.
Ricky and Rebecca King
June 18, 2007
Billie, Pastor, Jeff, Scott and family - The loss of your husband and father is never easy(we both know this first hand), but you have the wonderful peace and assurance that you will see him again and be able to spend all of your "forevers" together with him and the entire family of Christ. Our love and prayers to all, in this a very special and close family time. Love, Ricky, Rebecca and Sarah
Jennifer Rudolph
June 18, 2007
Mrs. Billie Rhodes, Pastor Rhodes, Bro. Jeff and the Rhodes Family...
You all are in our thoughts and our PRAYERS for strength, comfort, grace and that wonderful peace of God that the Bible says "passeth all understanding".
Mr. Rhodes was such a wonderful example in so many ways to all of us. I'm so thankful that he "gave" so much of himself throughout his life - to others and for others.
I saw Jesus in him. He will be missed here on earth until we meet again in Heaven someday.
Marsha and Pete Senior
June 18, 2007
Dear Billie, 'five' sons, and family. It is a great privilige to know you and Bill. Your marriage, family experiences and memories will continue to bless us for years to come. I cared for Bill after surgery once and he said, "I am asking God to grant me more years to enjoy my wife, children, grand and greatgrand's." I smile as I noticed God sent a few more babies, graduations & weddings. I smile as I picture Bill out "4 wheeling" just recently, with you! I smile as I recall you gallantly and bravely being a faithful wife and staying strong up to that last earthly hand-hold, knowing it was time to let him go ahead of you. I know God is saying 'Well done' to Bill and to you! A Great Man is William E. Rhodes! We ask God to comfort and confirm His Love to you.
Angela Dokey
June 18, 2007
The Rhodes Family, You are in my prayers. May the Lord comfort you and give you strength to make it through this trying time. We love you.
Mary Lewis
June 18, 2007
Dearest Billie and all the Rhodes Family we have been here but these short 11 months with you dear people but love you all so much.And Billie the few times we have visited with you and Bill have been a Blessing to our Hearts.Talking about Wv. and Bill and Paul sharing how the Lord had worked in their hearts drawing them closer to him.May God comfortyou all in only how he can. Love Paul and Mary Lewis.
Kevin Rhodes
June 18, 2007
A solid, strong, and reliable presence in our family, Uncle Bill was true to his name. William, "strong of will," a protector, a veteran who served his country, and operated businesses that served others all his life. A man you called when you had a problem that was beyond you. "William E. Rhodes and Sons" ...that wasn't just a name on a building once upon a time; these are the kind of men that work to keep the world from falling apart, whether mechanical, spiritual, or operational. A better legacy would be difficult to imagine.
Fortunately, Bill could tell a story, and had a wealth of experiences that made for great listening at family gatherings (for which I thank my incredibly patient Aunt Billie, who I'm sure heard all the stories many times). My other memories are of a man that preferred down-to-earth things that worked like they were supposed to, and who didn't have much interest in time spent in grief. You didn't "mope" around Bill without hearing about it.
So we don't need to mope today. Besides, I think there's a race this weekend, and racing was a big part of Bill's life. There is no room for moping in racing.
I'm proud to remember my father's big brother Bill, and I thank him for the example he provided to us of self-reliance, determination, good humor, and the confidence that comes from standing on principle. Preferably with a good set of wrenches.
Jim, Christina, Jimmy, and Alex Turley
June 18, 2007
Dear Aunt Billie and the Rhodes Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I have many wonderful memories of Uncle Bill and Aunt Billie; at the Rhodes family reunions, driving around the country in their RV. He will be missed, but I also take comfort in the fact that he is no longer suffering. God Bless You.
jennifer mcnair
June 18, 2007
The Rhodes Family
You are all in our prayers and thoughts.You are all very special family and God will be there for you during this time.Praise the Lord because you know you will all be meeting again in the Glory Land.
The McNair Family
Danny & Lynn Thomas
June 18, 2007
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Don & Dawn Roehl
June 18, 2007
Another graduation to heaven! Praise the Lord Bill was secure in his eternal destiny! I always enjoyed shaking his hand on the way to choir Sunday Mornings. I would say "Good Morning handsome!" and he would say I was a man who knew beauty when I saw it! We would have a good laugh and fellowship briefly. I will miss his smile, but I'll see him again! Too all the family, our prayers are with you, may you find comfort and peace in God's Word.
Cathy Millian
June 18, 2007
I have known Bill Rhodes since I was about 9 years old, I think. (About 40 years!!!) He has always been a wonderful man. I felt like he was a part of my family. Always smiling and friendly!
He will be missed by me and my family so much. He was a dear dear man. Our thoughts and PRAYERS will be with all of you!
With Love,
Cathy Millian
Lazaro & Barbara Ibarra
June 18, 2007
To Pastor Rhodes, Bro. Jeff and all members of the Rhodes family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss. As we all know, he is in a better place and not suffering anymore.
Holly (Witzel) Followell
June 18, 2007
I was horrified when I heard the news, and I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my most sincere condolences. Love you all.
Steve Turley
June 17, 2007
Aunt Billie and Family,
The weekend was saddened with the news of Uncle Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family. I know he will be missed yet will be watching over all of us.
Carolyn and Marianne Karpel
June 17, 2007
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Marc and Sara Rhodes
June 17, 2007
Marc "Jr." here. Just saying we love and miss you, but we know we'll see you again. Grandma, we love you more than you'll ever know.
Robert Bayne
June 17, 2007
Sorry to hear the news.Bill will be missed he was love by family and many friends , I know I will miss him..
Joshua & Christa Hamilton
June 17, 2007
Dear Pastor Rhodes, Bro. Jeff and other members of the Rhodes family,
Bill Rhodes was a wonderful man. Christa and I only knew him for the past few years that we've been here. However, you don't have to know him for very long to see the legacy he has left behind. His character, work ethic, drive, determiniation, loyalty, encouragement, honesty, dependability, and so many other character traits could be seen in him and in the lives of his children and grandchildren. While we will all miss him, we will still see him through the lives that you live. May we all live a little more like Bill Rhodes everyday.
God bless you and provide you with comfort, strength, grace, and peace that you need at this time. We love you all and are praying for you.
Michele Vincent
June 17, 2007
May you find comfort in the arms of our Lord and Savior...Jesus Christ. My deepest sympathy to all the Rhodes families.
Lynn Bell
June 17, 2007
To Aunt Billie and family,
Our prayers are with you as we are saddened by the loss of Uncle Bill. May God wrap you in his loving arms and comfort you.
Sebastian & Angela Hoodless
June 17, 2007
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
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