Betty Rhodes

Betty Forrest Rhodes was born to the late Alexander and Hessie Forrest on October 7, 1929, in Bedford County, Virginia. She departed this earthly life on December 22, 2024, at Oakwood Health & Rehabilitation Center, Bedford, VA. She was preceded in death by her husband Alec Rhodes, her son Clifton Rhodes Sr. and her daughter Janice Burdette.

Betty was a loving, kind, gentle, and giving person. She never met a stranger, and you never left her home without a gift. She loved anything antique and loved to create different crafts. She loved life intimately and showed her gratitude daily. Her faith was strong and resilient in Jesus Christ as she shared him wherever she went.

Betty leaves to cherish her memory, her three children, Marvin Rhodes Sr. of Huddleston, (Lois), Jerlean Martin of Lynchburg, VA, (William), Marshall Rhodes of Forest, VA, (Carolyn). Fifteen grandchildren including three dedicated grandchildren, William Martin, Jr., Kenneth Burdette, and Melissa Brown. Eight great grandchildren with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friend and other family members.

“We little knew that morning, that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God Called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing will seem the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. 

A celebration of Betty's life will be held at 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Tharp Funeral Home in Bedford.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford is assisting the family.