January 21, 1948 – October 15, 2026
Nathaniel Rhoden, affectionately known as “Bill,” was born on January 21, 1948, in Hallandale, Florida, to the late Francena and Samuel Rhoden. He attended Attucks High School and spent his younger years helping his father at the family gas station.
In 1968 he served his country in the United States Army. In 2003, Nathaniel gave his heart to the Lord through baptism. In 2004 he married his beloved Sonia.
Cherishing His Memory
Nathaniel leaves behind his loving wife, Sonia; son; Patrick Wells (Terry); and daughter Charlicia Jordan-Tomlin (Charles).
He also leaves his cherished grandchildren: Millenia, Jovan, Aysia, Indiya, and Lundyn Wells; and Mailani and Mailan Tomlin.
His brothers, Isadore Jackson (Wilhmenia), Eddie Johnson, Samuel Rhoden (Cheryl), and Anthony Rhoden; sister, Cynthia Green; and brother-in-laws, Duke Smith (Lillian), Obediah Smith, and Philip Smith, and sister-in-laws, Sylvia Scriven, Margaret and Ann Smith.
His memory will also be cherished by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, including the Smith family of the Bahamas, and his beloved church family at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church.
Nathaniel was preceded in death by his parents, Francena and Samuel Rhoden, and his brothers, Timothy and Julius Rhoden.
His Lasting Legacy
Nathaniel will forever be remembered as a devoted husband, loving family man, proud veteran, and man of unwavering faith. His gentle spirit, kindness, and love will remain in the hearts of all who knew him.
His life was a blessing, his memory a treasure, and his love will live on forever.
Rest peacefully, Bill. God’s got it.
