Betty Sue Rhodes, 87, passed peacefully at home with those who love her on January 22, 2021. Betty was born on July 7, 1933 in Peeltown, Texas in Kaufman County. She graduated from Kemp High School in 1950 and headed to Dallas to work and live. She met the love of her life, S.F. Rhodes who she married in 1952.
Betty retired from the State Fair of Texas in 1996 where she was referred to as “Payroll Betty” and managed the payroll. She enjoyed her work there and the many friends she made.
Left to cherish her memory are her children: Debbie (Mark) Moeller, Rockwall, Texas, and Steve ( Charlotte) Rhodes, Norman, Oklahoma, six grandchildren: Drew Rhodes, Matt Moeller, Nick Rhodes, Kimberly Harris, Clay Rhodes, and Beth Rhodes, five great-grandchildren: Elle Rhodes, Claire Moeller, Levi Harris, Madeline Moeller and Wyatt Harris. She is survived by her sister Patsy (Jerry) Hedrick and many nieces and nephews.
Betty attended Pleasantwood Baptist Church in Dallas, First Baptist Church in Kaufman and First United Methodist Church in Rockwall where she made dear friends and lived out her faith.
Mother cherished life and made sure that all she came in contact with did as well. Mother was a prayer warrior, missionary and evangelist to her children.
The family appreciates the loving care provided by Liberty Heights Senior Living, NolaHands Caregivers, and Holding Hands Hospice. Suggested memorials to a charity of your choice or to Faithful Friends Mission at First United Methodist Church, 1200 E Yellowjacket Lane, Rockwall, Texas 75087 or First Baptist Church, Kaufman, Primetimers Group.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.roselawn-funerals.com for the Rhodes family.
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