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Harriett E. Rhoades

July 12th, 1939 – November 1st, 2015

Harriett E. Rhoades, age 76, of Rushville, formerly of Astoria, passed away at 12:07 am on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville. She was born on July 12, 1939 in Astoria, the daughter of Harold and Shirley (Danner) Bollinger.

Survivors include her 2 sons, Bob (and Cathy) Rhoades, Jr. of Meredosia and Rob (and Sheila) Rhoades of Rushville, daughter, Elana Rhoades of Rushville, daughter-in-law, Tonya Rhoades of Rushville, 14 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and her sister, Sondra (and Bill) Winston of Monmouth.

Harriett is preceded in death by her son, Todd Rhoades and great-granddaughter, Maddie Rhoades.

She worked for Schuyler County School District for 36 years as a secretary. Harriett liked to watch T.V. and riding in the truck.

Cremation rites have been accorded. memorials may be made to the Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville, IL or Schuyler County Ambulance Service.

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November 2nd, 2015

So sorry for your loss, You are all in my thoughts and prayers.....

November 2nd, 2015

I loved Harriett and am thankful for her faithful service to our school. I also enjoyed being her neighbor. Praying for all of you during this sad time of loss.

November 2nd, 2015

Harriett loved her children and always made sure they felt that love. She was devoted to family. She will be greatly missed. A beautiful woman.

November 2nd, 2015

So many memories...Harriet was truly a dear lady. To be a school secretary is to be a "mom away from home" for so many children. She shared her wisdom and love in countless precious ways, to both young and old. I know she is in Good Hands now, but will miss seeing her in the green truck with 'Lane'. Sending love and prayers.

November 2nd, 2015

So sorry for your loss.

November 2nd, 2015

Harriet was dear sweet lady. She was always so helpful when my wife and I needed a sub for school. Our love and prayers to her family.

November 2nd, 2015

So sorry to hear. I will never forget how kind she was as the Secretary of BGS. Sorry for your family's loss

November 2nd, 2015

So so very sorry, I just loved her, we would joke and have fun on the phone calls! Praying for the Family!!

November 2nd, 2015

Elana, You were a wonderful and devoted daughter. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. With sympathy, Cindy RN

November 3rd, 2015

So sorry for your loss. With sympathy. Martha Tippey

November 3rd, 2015

Harriet was a wonderful person! She was kind to everyone. I was glad to have the opportunity to work with her at Schuyler lschools.

November 3rd, 2015

Connie Lindsey SLP

November 3rd, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Kerker family

November 3rd, 2015

elana so sorry to here of your mothers passing.bob and i r thinking of you!loretta mummert

November 3rd, 2015

So sorry for the loss of your Mother, Elana! Mike and I are thinking of You and keeping You and All your Family in our thoughts & prayers! You're were such a wonderful Daughter; always there for her! Mike & Peg Davis, Rushville, IL.

November 4th, 2015

Elana , I am so sorry about your mom . I didn't know about it until today . I have been thinking about you all day and praying for you .

November 4th, 2015

Elana, I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom, Harriett. I have many fond memories of working with her, she was a special lady. You and your family are in my thoughts. Jaimee

November 4th, 2015

dearest elana and family, harriet(aka mrs rhoades) was such a wonderful person. my browning grade school memories always include her. she will be greatly missed and loved :) with sympathy, beth oeser and family

November 5th, 2015

Elana, I just now heard about your Mom, I feel so sorry. You are very special to me Elana. If I can do anything at all for you please let me know. Joan W.

November 6th, 2015

so very sorry for your loss , prayers for your family
michael hardy and family

November 7th, 2015

I was just thinking about your mom the other day and how she always called in the wee hours of the morning looking for "Lindy girl." On many occasions she'd laugh when I'd ask where I was headed and reply with "oh you know, it's a surprise- just make sure to put on your spurs." I will miss your Mom <3

November 7th, 2015

Bob, Rob and Elana, So sorry to hear about your mom. Always such a sweet and kind lady. She always made me laugh. Karen Lowe

November 10th, 2015

Harriett was my cousin, altho I've been away from Illinois for many years, I still remember when we were all kids. It makes my heart sad that she has passed. Betty Jean Richardson Miller.