of Conway, AR
June 3, 1944 - April 19, 2017
William (Bill) Carson Rhodes Jr. loving husband and father went to be with the Lord April 19, 2017 in Conway, Arkansas. He was born June 3, 1944 in Memphis, Tennessee to the late William C. Rhodes and Essie Evelyn Foster Rhodes. Bill was a 1962 graduate of Bartlett High School in Bartlett, Tennessee and a was member of the Bartlett United Methodist Church. He was veteran of the Army reserves.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years Nancy Milam Rhodes, two sons Bryan (Alison) Rhodes of Highland Village, Texas, Brent Rhodes of Conway, two daughters, Mandi (Brian) Wilson of Conway, Stacy (Robbie) Bean of Cabot, nine grandchildren Brody and Megan Wilson, Will, Luke, Hudson and Kate Rhodes, Coy and Larkyn Bean and Gwen Rhodes and one sister Mariam (Eddy) Smith of Chattanooga, Tennessee.
In the early 70's Bill moved to Arkansas to sell Municipal Bonds for Raney Brothers of Little Rock. After marrying Nancy, Bill founded Conway Industrial Supply Inc. in 1974. He was instrumental in founding the Faulkner County Emergency Squad. He was active in youth baseball in central Arkansas for many years as a coach and with Conway Youth Sports Association. Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing and RV traveling with Nancy. After his retirement from Conway Industrial Supply in 2015 he enjoyed time spent in Higden on Greers Ferry Lake.
Visitation for Bill will be from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Saturday April 22, 2017 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway with a graveside service to follow at 2:00 P.M. at Crestlawn Memorial Park on Highway 64 East. Memorials may be made to Young Life Ministries or KLife of Conway 1800 Hillman Street Conway, Ar. 72034
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16 Condolence(s)
Ann and David Peters
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Nancy,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Ann and David
Cissy Mahan Lieblong
Sunday, April 23, 2017
Nancy, you and your family have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your precious loved one.
Blessings,
Cissy Mahan Lieblong
Roxanne Johnson Clark
Saturday, April 22, 2017
I am so sorry for the loss of Bill. Mandi I can not imagine what you and your boys are going through. He was a light in our office when he was there, so funny, telling stories about all sorts of things, mostly about his grand kids and going to the lake. He will be missed, hold onto the memories.
Ron Hooten
Saturday, April 22, 2017
Sad to hear this, great memories from my youth growing up in the old neighborhood, Billy will be Bartlett Park kid always in my mind, will miss but not forgotten, peace to his family, Ronnie
Janet Crow
Friday, April 21, 2017
Nancy & family :
So very sorry for your loss ! You all are in my prayers ! Love to all !
Rebecca Norman Prestwood
Friday, April 21, 2017
Swift journey my friend, may your spirit run free and embrace the love of our Lord.
Jason Donaghe
Friday, April 21, 2017
Brent,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I am thankful that I was able to get to know Bill while working in Conway. My family and I will be praying for you and your family.
Starla Gresham
Friday, April 21, 2017
Mandi I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad at such a young age. Peace be with you and your family in the knowledge that you will be together again, but not until our Heavenly Father's time.
Hug Megan and Brody for me.
Starla
Amber Lingle
Friday, April 21, 2017
So very sorry for your family's loss. Many wonderful memories of Mr. Rhodes. Praying for everyone.
Alisa Moore
Friday, April 21, 2017
So saddened to hear of your loss of Bill. I have so many great memories of him I have always cherished through the years. My thoughts and Prayers go out to you and the family. May God comfort each of you through this timeðŸ™ðŸ»
Shirley Houston
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Nancy and children. Just learned of Bill's passing. So, So sorry for your loss. I am your neighbor at Higden in case you don't recognize the name.
May God Comfort You in these difficult times. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sue Simpson and family
Thursday, April 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss, love and prayers for you and your family.
Betty Fatherree Quave
Thursday, April 20, 2017
So sorry about Billy's untimely passing. Prayers with you all!
Linda Cossey
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Nancy, I am saddened to read of Bill's passing...you and your family continue to be in my daily prayers...may God wrap you in His loving arms and carry you through the coming times.
Nancy Burnett
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Nancy & Mandi, I'm so sorry for your loss. May the Lord ease the pain and grief you are suffering. You all will be in our thoughts & prayers.
Patti & Jerry Reynolds
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Nancy I am so sorry to hear this. There are no words that can express or comfort right now. Praying for you and your sweet family as you go through the upcoming days. May peace that passes all understanding be yours.
God bless.