Mr. Rhodes is survived by his three sons: Leland R. (Melissa) Rhodes of Springfield, William W. (Angela) Rhodes of Loami, and Matthew (Mischelle) Rhodes of New Berlin, and thirteen grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter Shirley, two brothers, and one sister.
William was a lifelong truck driver traveling throughout the United States. He was of the Methodist faith and attended church at Chatham Baptist.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday September 25, 2013 at Camp Butler National Cemetery. The family will meet friends from 5:00pm-7:00pm on Tuesday September 24, 2013 at Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen St. Please visit the online “Life Remembered Story” at www.bischandsonfuneralhome.com.