Robert F. Rhoades

Bob was born on October 4, 1925 in Langdon, NH, son of the late Margaret (Benware) and Floyd Rhoades.

Following high school graduation, Bob went to work in the feldspar mines and later at Smith Poultry Farm. He completed a 30 plus year career with the State of New Hampshire as a truck driver from which he retired.

In June of 1948, Bob married Marguerite Mosher.

Bob had always been involved tending to the family farms. He enjoyed farming, gardening, and working with his family. He was a beekeeper and continued to chop wood well into his 80s. In the winters he tapped the maple trees and sugared with his grandchildren.

Bob was heavily involved with his church as an usher and greeter, the United Methodist Church in Marlow, until he could no longer attend. He volunteered his time at the Wooddell Sawmill and was a member of the Marlow Odd Fellows and Marlow Fire Department. He was an avid horseshoe player and enjoyed square dancing with his wife.

Bob will be greatly missed for his gentle and patient manner. He leaves behind his daughters: Roberta M. Champney (Sam) of Bradford, ME, Mary D. Lewis (Bob) of Marlborough, NH, Judith M. Zamaripas (Mario) of Stoddard, NH, and Deborah S. O’Brien (Jim) of Alstead, NH; foster son: Billy Quintellio of Brattleboro, VT; grandchildren: Melody, Michele, Mandi, Melissa, Michael, Danny, and Andrea; great-grandchildren: James, Kevin, Chrystal, Felica, Michael, Makayla, Brandon, Nicholas, Tara, Hannah, Becca, Jake, and Emma; sister: Margaret Bost of Alstead, NH; companion of 25 years: Linda Kendall of Marlow, NH; Linda’s children: Roxanne, Connie, Ronnie, Andrea, and Kimmy; dear friend: Tina Wooddell; as well as several great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

He was predeceased by his loving wife: Marguerite Rhoades; daughter: Eileen M. Prudehomme, granddaughter: Jessica, and brother: Elmer Rhoades.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 1:30 pm at the United Methodist Church, 11 Church Street, Marlow, NH. Burial will follow at the Marlow Village Cemetery. In keeping with Bob’s wishes, there will be no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donation are requested in Robert F. Rhoade’s name to Feeding Tiny Tummies, 305 Park Ave, Keene NH 03431 (www.FeedingTinyTummies.com) or the Marlow United Methodist Church, PO Box 4, Marlow, NH 03456 (www.MarlowNewHampshire.org).

The Rhoades family is grateful for Bob’s caretakers and hospice who provided exceptional care.