Merle Cecil Rhodes Obituary
In loving memory of Merle Cecil Rhodes (Middletown, Ohio), who departed this world on April 2, 2026 at the age of 85. Merle leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Merle Cecil Rhodes to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Millard Rhodes and Norma Rhodes; and his sister Judy Haynes. He is survived by: his wife Arlene Rhodes; his children, Valerie Gierhart, Merle Rhodes II (Petra) and Christopher Rhodes; his grandchildren, Stephanie Andersen (Casey), Braxton Pratt, Jennifer Doumit (Adam), Britney Rhodes and Christopher Rhodes II (Jonelle); his great grandchildren, Caleb, McKenzie, Ella, Ava, Jameson, Kent, Greyson, Elaina, Alexandria Mae, Elliott, Luca and Arlo; and his sister Joyce Cottle. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and numerous "adopted" children and grandchildren.
