Robert Lee Rhodes

August 29, 1938 - December 25, 2020

Robert Lee Rhodes, 82, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020, at Lifebrite Community Hospital of Stokes. An 11:00 a.m. memorial service will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020, at Ray Funeral Home with Rev. Roy Little officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Funeral home pandemic guidelines will apply. A Stokes County native, Robert was born on August 29, 1938, to the late Jesse and Annie Joyce Rhodes. He graduated from Pine Hall Highschool and later High Point College. He taught school for 15 years and then went into administration before retiring as the Maintenance Supervisor after a total of 35 years of service. Robert loved the Lord, his family, and helping others. He had passion for restoration and sharing his knowledge with all he encountered. He also loved to travel with his wife; going to 40 states, with his favorite place being the Outer Banks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his niece, Joyce Rhodes. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Gretchen Bullins Rhodes of the home; his son, James Rhodes (Marcia) of Madison; his brother, Kenneth Rhodes of Madison; his grandchildren, Brett and Brooke Rhodes; three nephews; and one niece. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Oak Grove Baptist Church, 4543 NC 772 HWY, Madison, NC 27025. Ray Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Robert Rhodes and all are invited to share memories or offer condolences at www.rayfuneralhome.com.