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Wilma Rhoads
SEDALIA — Wilma Rhoads age 98 of Sedalia died on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at her home.
She was born on November 5, 1917 in Pettis County daughter of James Allen and Mary Greer Phillips. On July 30, 1936 in Sedalia she married Oliver H. Rhoads and he preceded her in death on October 3, 1979. Wilma was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church.
She is survived by one daughter; Mary Evelyn Stevens of Sedalia, two sons; Oliver Dale Rhoads (Carolyn) and Gerald Robert Rhoads both of Sedalia, one sister-in-law; Dorothy Phillips of Sedalia, eight grandchildren; Jeff Rhoads, Steven Rhoads (Bonnie), Clint Rhoads (Lisa), Chris Rhoads (Tersea), Robert Rhoads (Amy), Bryon Rhoads, Tammy Burnett and Mike Stevens, two great grandchildren; Christopher Rhoads and Jarod Rhoads, eighteen nieces and nephews.
She was preceded by two wonderful brothers; Allen DeWitt Phillips and Robert Irvin Phillips, a dear twin sister; Winifred Ramey whom she missed and loved very much, a great grandson; Ryan Jacob Rhoads and his mother Jessica Rhoads.
Funeral services will be at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, December 6, 2015 at Ewing-Schutte-Semler Funeral Home with Rev. Marlin Brown officiating. Friends may call after 12:00 Noon on Sunday with the family receiving friends from 2:00 P.M. until service time.
Serving as pallbearers will be Jerod Johnson, Pete Phillips, Dale J. Rhoads, Shenandoah Rhoads, Jerry Shull and Frank Mahalovich. Honorary pallbearers will be; Larry Ramey, Robbie Ramey, Kenny Mahalovich and Tom Jinks. Burial will be at Hopewell Cemetery northeast of Sedalia.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Missouri Veterans Home or Hopewell Cemetery. You may leave condolences online at ewingschuttesemlerfh.com.
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Ginger Griffin
December 5, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I also have memories of going to Wilma's house. She showed me some of her quilts, which were beautiful.Being a quilter myself I really appreciated her artistry. Never forget going there with Winifred & her telling me that I wouldn't be able to carry on a conversation cause "she can't hear it thunder". The conversation between those two was rather interesting. I love all my extended family & friends up in Sedalia & our prayers are with you.
Chris and Kelly Ramey
December 4, 2015
Prayers to the family. I too have a lot of memories of my granny and Wilma. They were always watching the programs they both enjoyed so much. They are united once again! Rest in peace.
Anne Townsend (Ramey)
December 4, 2015
I have SO many great memories of her. I know she is so glad to be back "home" with Granny. Love you Wilma. May memories comfort the family.
December 4, 2015
Thought and prayers for your family,
Merry Moore
December 4, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family.
Sue Cromley
December 4, 2015
What a wonderful life she lived! my sympathy to all of you. I know you will miss her but also know that you have many great memories to cherish.
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