Nicholas Rhodes

Beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and uncle passed away March 21, 2012 peacefully at home. Born to James Rhodes and Mary Speropoulos in Chicago, Illinois, he served in the US Navy during World War II as a gunnery airman. He moved to Utah to attend the University of Utah where he graduated. He earned his status as Certified Public Accountant. He married Lula Katris Rhodes August 15, 1948 in Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Salt Lake City, Utah. They celebrated their fifty-eighth wedding anniversary two days prior to Lula's passing away, and he ached with her loss until now, as their reunion begins. Their devotion and commitment to each other was legendary and unsurpassed. Nick was a prominent businessman and vigorous leader. His ethical and unwavering direction guided many through problems and peril, and he celebrated joyous occasions and holidays with vitality and humor. His glorious hospitality and generosity will always be remembered. His love of nature included developing a beautiful yard and roaming mountains to find adventure, and his love of movies, theater, books, art, and technology led him even further. He and Lu were a stylish couple who enjoyed traveling immensely. Nick's love of the Greek community was coupled with his love of family to form the center of his life. Nick never grew old. His robust light will continue to shine, leading us and penetrating our hearts. May his memory be eternal.

Survived by Mary Rhodes and Ken Dillon, daughter and son-in-law, Bountiful; Elias Hill, grandson, Woods Cross; Dorian Hill and Nicholas Hill, great-grandchildren, Woods Cross. Nieces, Marie (Ronald) Schulthies, Salt Lake City, and Loretta (Mike) McHugh, Salt Lake City, Georgia Reid, Bountiful, and Elizabeth Rhinesmith, Salt Lake City; nephew, Dennis Hynes, Tigard, Oregon ; cousins, Nick Speros, Los Angeles, Don Speros, Chicago, extended families of Hynes, Reid, Deneris, Cherry, Rhinesmith, and Dillon, and countless friends.

Preceded in death by parents; wife, Lula; daughter, Charlotte. The family thanks and honors Molly Cahoon, caretaker and friend.

Donations may be made to Holy Trinity Restoration Fund in Nick's memory, 279 South 300 West, Salt Lake City, UT, 84108. Viewing and Prayer Service will be held at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive Sunday, March 25, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be Monday, March 26, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church at 279 South 300 West, Salt Lake City, UT.