Jerald Ray Rhodes, 72, of Fort Smith, died September 5, 2017 in Fort Smith. He was born August 13, 1945 in Spiro, OK. Jerald was a successful businessman, and entrepreneur. He cared for his family and truly enjoyed the small things in life. Jerald was active in his church with home fellowships and was on the visitation team and he never met a stranger. He loved a good deal, was an avid collector, and yard sales were his passion. He simply loved life and participated in many organizations; the U.S. Army Reserves, the SME, Spiro Jacyees, he was the head of Spiro Cub Scouts, and President of the Spiro Little League, he helped start the Spiro Boxing Club and he operated the chain gang for the Spiro High School Football. Jerald's hobbies included fishing, skiing, hunting, yard sailing and collecting.
He is survived by his wife Berniece Rhodes of Fort Smith; two sons, Larry Rhodes of Fort Smith and Terry Rhodes of Springdale; one sister, Valeria Jo Clark of Spiro; ten grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Robert Rhodes, Zachary Rhodes, Jeremiah Rhodes, Price Johnson, Brandon Johnson, and Daniel Sullivan.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Mike Clark, Mark Clark, Jay Fisk, and Lewis Schrimsher.
Funeral service will be Monday, September 11, 2017 at 10:00 AM in the Edwards Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the New Hope Cemetery in Spiro, OK all under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.
The family will greet friends at Edwards Funeral Home on Sunday from 2-4 PM
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September 11, 2017
Bernice,terry & Larry our prayers are with all of you! So sorry for your loss . May GOD be with you all & bring you peace & comfort. The Howertons Mary & Bud
September 11, 2017
Jackie Mansell
Bernice and family my thoughts and prayers are with you'll at this time.
September 10, 2017
Rick Stiles
Bernice, I was surprised and saddened to learn of Jerry's passing. Even though I had not seen him recently I still remember the good times we had working together. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family; may the warmth of God's love and memories of happy times sustain you during this difficult period.
September 10, 2017
Marian Jackson
Rhodes family, I am praying for you in this time of loss. Jerry was an amazing person! Lean on each other and your friends, they will help you though this. Always remember he is watching over you guys!
September 10, 2017
Quy Pham
Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends and family for strength, and always remember how much you are loved.
September 9, 2017
Patricia Harper
Berniece & children, grand & great grand children & Jo Clark, So sorry for your loss. You have lots of Wonderful Memories of Jerry, just remember those when you think of him and talking about him because they really help when you are missing a loved one.
September 8, 2017
Always my favorite to be with at home fellowships, Georgeanne and I will be praying.Doug Lowrey
September 8, 2017
Jimmie Deer
Bernice, Trish and I are praying for you and the family. Jerald was a great friend and brother in Christ and will be dearly missed. We love you guys.
September 8, 2017
Larry Holt
Jerry was a distant cousin. My grandmother was a Rhodes. Her brother was Harrison Rhodes and my father was named after him. My grandmother was Georgia Bell Rhodes/Holt. As a youngster our family went to Spiro, OK for Sunday dinners and family reunions as long as my grandmother was alive. Its to bad that we lost touch. Grace Rhodes was one of my favorite people.
My prayers are with the family.
Larry Holt
Springdale, AR
September 8, 2017
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