Martha Ellen Rhodes Obituary
In loving memory of Martha Ellen Rhodes of Cobden, Illinois, who departed this world on July 8, 2025 at the age of 84. Martha leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Martha Ellen Rhodes to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Martha is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Martha's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas William and Florence Crowell (Overmiller); her husband Kenneth R. Rhodes; and her siblings, Thomas William Crowell, Jr. and Mary Crowell.
She is survived by: her son Gary Rhodes of Creal Springs; and her sister Mildred Duty of Carterville.
A graveside service was held on Friday, July 11th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Cobden Cemetery.
