Kaye Rhodes

Kaye (Beatrice) Rhodes, 76, of Pleasant Dale, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 8, 2026. She was born April 2, 1950, in Seward, Nebraska to Marvin and Alice (Lyons) Swanstrom. She was raised in the Seward/Garland area alongside her two brothers and graduated from Seward High School in 1968.

She was united in marriage to Donald Rhodes in December of 1968 in Seward. Together they had three children. She later moved with her children to Lincoln, where she continued her education at Lincoln School of Commerce and earned a degree in accounting. During her career as an accountant, she worked at the Lincoln Journal-Star and Earl Carter Lumber.

In her personal life, she loved to cook and often referred to herself as a "foodie". Her passion for cooking and sharing her creations with others inspired her to start her own business, Yummy Tummy Gourmet. Throughout her 17 years in business, she continued to create wonderful new recipes, bringing joy to others through her love of food. She could often be found at craft shows throughout Nebraska, proudly sharing her homemade creations with others.

Above all, she treasured the time she spent with her family and friends. The love she shared, the memories she created, and the joy she brought to those around her will never be forgotten. Words cannot express how deeply she will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Kaye was preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers, Cletus and Eldon (Verna) Swanstrom.

She is survived by her sons, Scott and Gary Rhodes; her daughter, Michelle (Brian) Worster; her grandchildren Allison and Brian Jr. Worster; sister in-law Val Jean Swanstrom, as well as nieces, nephews, other family, and close friends.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, November 20, 2026, at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S 14th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68512. A reception will follow the service in the lower level of the funeral home.