Anita Childres Rhoney

Anita was born on April 20, 1935, to Bela Franklin Childres and Minnie Mull Childres. Throughout her life, she was cherished by her family and friends and will be remembered for her love, kindness, creativity, and the many memories she shared with those who knew and loved her.

In addition to her parents, Anita was preceded in death by her siblings: Rondel Childres, David Childres, Gene Childres, Hal Childres, Roger Childres, Arlene Morris, and Mary Wilson.

She is survived by her children: Charles Rhoney and wife Joni, Don Rhoney and wife Sherry, Barry Rhoney and wife Tammy, and Ashley Rhoney and wife Sherry.

She is also survived by her grandchildren, who lovingly called her Deeda: Sara Patterson, Kellie Rhoney (Diane), Rachel Rhoney, Rebekah Stephens (Kyle), Patrick Rhoney (Mindy), Aaron Rhoney (Faith), Lindsey Simpkins (Christian), Brittany Donkle (Mitchell), Kaylan Rhoney and Chase Rhoney.

Fourteen great grandchildren: Charli and Ben Patterson, Harper, Hunter and Greyson Stephens, Colt and Liam Rhoney, Levi and Addison Rhoney, Bryson and Braxton Simpkins, Emory Rhoney, Oxleigh and Griffin Donkle.

Anita’s legacy will live on through the lives she touched and the love she shared with her family.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 14th from 11:00am-12:00pm at Catawba Funeral Home, followed by a private graveside service for immediate family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd, Newton NC 28658.

The Rhoney Family is under the care of Catawba Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations.