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Lawrence Rhodes Obituary

Rhodes, Lawrence Michael (Larry) passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2018, at the age of 70. Larry was born December 14, 1947, in Glendale, CA to Denzil and Gloria Rhodes. The family moved to Wichita, KS before his first birthday and he has been a lifelong resident of Wichita. Larry was a 1966 graduate of Wichita East High School, where he was a three-sport letterman and Homecoming King. He received a baseball scholarship to Wichita (State) University where he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering, graduating in 1972. Larry worked evenings at KG&E while in school and began his formal career at KG&E in 1972 where he worked until retiring in 2001. While at KG&E, he went on to earn a Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering. Larry married Rita Rinehart on June 30, 1973 in Ashland, KS., and they had one son. He was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by his wife, Rita, son, Shawn (Sarah), two grandsons, Hudson and Sullivan Rhodes, and one brother, Brian Rhodes. Visitation will be 4:00-6:00 pm Wednesday, Feb. 21, at Old Mission Mortuary, 3424 E. 21st N., Wichita, KS. Funeral Service will be Thursday, Feb. 22, 11:00 am at Old Mission Mortuary. Memorial donations may be made to: Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Feb. 20 to Feb. 21, 2018.

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Andy McMillin

February 23, 2018

Sincere condolences for the loss of a grandfather, father, husband, and brother Larry. He always greeted people with a warm smile that will be remembered. Sending our best to Rita, Shawn, Brian, and the rest of Larry's family and friends.

Bob Rodda

February 21, 2018

So Sad about Larry. We were baseball teammates at East. He was the best pitcher on the team and led the team to second place finishes in the City League and in the State Tournament. I enjoyed reconnecting at class reunions. I extend my sympathy to the family with the wish they will find comfort from their memories.

Karen Smith

February 20, 2018

I worked with Larry during the KG&E days. He was always kind and generous.

Harry Simpson

February 20, 2018

Rest Lawrence, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

john franks

February 20, 2018

My condolences to Larry's family. Larry and I served together in the Ks. Air National Guard. Very nice guy. RIP Larry.

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3424 E. 21st Street N., Wichita, KS 67208

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