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Mr. Charles Edward Rhodes III

04/29/1961 - 08/02/2022

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Obituary For Mr. Charles Edward Rhodes III

Mr. Charles E. Rhodes III, 61, of Beckley, WV departed this life on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at Raleigh General Hospital.

Born in Beckley, WV on April 29, 1961, he was the son of the late Charles E and Alice J Rhodes Jr.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Bishop Carter Lawson; two sisters, Tanya Rhodes and Connie Rhodes; maternal grandparents, Norman Cecil and Lily Mae Jackson and favorite aunt, Pauline Staples.

Charles graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1980. He worked at Beckley Hospital and Bob Evans before he decided to serve his country in the United States Army from 1987-1996.While in the Army, he served a tour of duty in Europe. He PCS to Ft. Bragg NC and was with the 249th Supply Company. While there he trained and became a part of the 82nd Airborne Special Forces Division. Charles fought in the Persian Gulf War, after which he returned and served a hardship tour in the Persian Gulf. He also graduated from Fayetteville State University, Fayetteville, NC. He was a member of Living Waters Apostolic Restoration Temple under Pastor William and Co-Pastor Wanda Hamby.

Charles was married to Angella Y. Dews and to this union four children were born, Charles Edward Rhodes IV, Tiffany LaStar Rhodes, Aaron Jaquai (Breanne) Rhodes, and Monique LaShawn Rhodes, all of Beckley, WV.

In addition to his wife and children, he leaves to cherish his memory his brother, Michael Rhodes of Beckley, WV; sisters, Vicky King of NJ and Sharon Blanding and Michelle Starks, both of Charlotte, NC, grandchildren, Maxwell Lawson, Malachi Lawson, and Genesis Lawson, all of Beckley, WV; sisters-in-laws, Juquita Frazier of Beckley, WV, Buena (Ruben) Marshall of Tampa, FL, Teresa (Roy) Dalton of Martinsville, VA, and Subrina (Orlando) Potter of Beckley, WV; special cousins, Bishop Fred T. and Marilyn Simms of Beckley, WV and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Services will be 1:00PM Saturday, August 13, 2022 at Heart of God Ministries 1703 S. Kanawha St. Beckley with Bishop Fred T. Simms officiating,

In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations be made to Heart of God Ministries.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley

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11/18/2022

Angella Dews-Rhodes

I miss you sooo much my love.
10/04/2022

Carl Washington

My sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time. May God give each of you strength and comfort. RIH Charles my friend
08/27/2022

Alvah Hayes

I am so sorry to hear about Charles. I have known Charles for many years, we went to school together. Sending prayers and condolences to Angie and family.
08/13/2022

Betty Lewis

My sincere sympathy to the family, praying that God comfort you in your time of loss.
08/12/2022

Nadine manley

My thoughts and prayers goes out too the family, may god give you strength in your time of sorrow and may he continue to keep watching over you.. Nadine Manley & family
08/10/2022

Steven J. Lewis
08/10/2022

Diana Manns carson

May God bless you all . Charles was a great guy . Take tour rest 😢💔
08/09/2022

Beverly Hairston

Condolences and prayers to the family of Charles Rhodes. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. May God comfort and keep you.
08/09/2022

Doris Boyden-McCormick

My deepest condolences to this family. May God bless you during your hours of bereavement.
08/09/2022

Glenda J Johnson

My condolences and prayers to Sharon and Michelle and your family in the loss of your brother. May God continue to lift you up in your hour of need. God be with you.
08/08/2022

Sharon Blanding

My brother Charles (tuna) will forever be in my heart.
08/07/2022

Michelle
08/04/2022

Charles & Donita Beard

I offer my sincere condolences in the passing of your husband, father and grandfather. Charles was sweet humble man that I've know for years. Know that I am praying for God to comfort you now and in the days ahead. Charles and Donita Beard
08/03/2022

Delena Jones

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Elder Angela Rhodes and kids during this heartbreaking time. May you find peace in the comfort of God. Bishop James, Delena & Shae Jones