Dorothy Rhodes

Dorothy W. Rhodes, 88, went to be with our Lord on December 22, 2017. She was born in Lincolnton, NC, the second oldest of seven. Dorothy graduated from Appalachian State Teacher’s College. She and Harry were blessed with 56 years of marriage. Dorothy was a lifelong teacher, finishing her career at Hoffman Middle School in the Aldine ISD. She and Harry founded Rhodes Auto Sales in 1996. Dorothy was a loving wife and mother, but her favorite role was that of Banna to her two grandsons Samuel and Lucas. She is survived by her son Shane and daughter Rhoda Alvarez (Oscar) and her grandsons. She is also survived by her brother Elliott Whitesides and sister Martha Bradley and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, December 28, 2017 from 5-8pm at Pat H. Foley & Co. A service to celebrate Dorothy’s life will be held at 10 am on December 29th at Fair Haven UMC. A reception will follow the service. In Lieu of flowers the family request donations to the Alzheimer’s Association.