Carl E. Rhoten

Carl E. Rhoten obituary, Manchester, MD

Carl E. Rhoten

Carl Rhoten Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Eline Funeral Home - Finksburg on Mar. 30, 2026.
Carl Echol Rhoton, 77, passed away on March 27, 2026, surrounded by family at his home in Manchester, MD. Born July 10, 1948, in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Leonard and Viola (Smith) Rhoton. Beloved husband of Betty Ann (Hagan) Rhoton, with whom he would have shared 50 loving years of marriage this coming June.

Following his high school graduation, Carl proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War era. He achieved the rank of Corporal and was a highly decorated veteran, receiving multiple medals, ribbons, and badges-including a Purple Heart. In his later years, he then made a career as a Boiler Room Engineer for the Northwest Hospital Center.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his three sons, Steve Grothe, John Grothe, and Richard Grothe; 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; as well as his beloved canine companion, Ladybug.

Services will remain private per Carl's request.

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