Tony Rhoades

Tony Rhoades obituary, Dyersburg, TN

Tony Rhoades

Tony Rhoades Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dyersburg Funeral Home - Tiptonville Chapel on Jan. 24, 2025.

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Mr. Charles Anthony "Tony" Rhoades, of Tiptonville, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at his home. Tony was born August 2, 1960 in Albuquerque, NM to the late William & Dorothy Rhoades. He was a graduate of Dyersburg State Community College, where he later taught computer classes. He also worked for Firestone Corp and other industries in Northwest Tennessee. He is remembered for his sharp mind, able to solve many types of puzzles and games like Sudoku.
Tony is survived by his sister, Penny Simmons, his aunt Sue Hurst and nephew Dustin Simmons, all of Tiptonville. He is preceded in death by his parents William Joseph Rhoades and Dorothy Ann Hurst Rhoades.
A memorial service for Tony Rhoades will be held at the Dyersburg Funeral Home Tiptonville Chapel on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. conducted by Rev. Merita Burkeen. Visitation for friends and family will begin at 1:00 p.m. Mr. Ben Patterson will be an honorary pallbearer.
The family request that memorials for Mr. Tony Rhoades be directed to the Shriners Hospital' Childrens Hospitals or to the Crockett Chapel Cemetery Fund.
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