Hartford City
Merrill A. Rhodes, 75, passed away Wednesday, February 24,
2016 at his residence.
He was born in Hartford City on March 15, 1940 to Clester
“Peg” and Georgette (Lennon) Rhodes. He graduated from Hartford City High
School in 1958 and attended Ball State University.
Merrill married Jean Ann Fettig on May 4, 1963. Her death
occurred on February 11, 2004.
Merrill worked for General Motors in the Fabricating
Division and Security, retiring in 1995. He also served 6 years in the National
Guard.
He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church,
American Legion Post #159, Amvets #23, CPC Sympathy Club, Blackford Country
Club and had served on the Blackford County Alcoholic Beverage Board. As a member of the Hartford City High School
Memorial Committee, Merrill was instrumental in developing the memorial park on
the site of the old high school. He also enjoyed all sports.
Survivors include two sons, Marty (Kelli) Rhodes,
Indianapolis and Chris (Tina) Rhodes, Auburn; two brothers, Rik (Linda) Rhodes
and Nick (Beth) Rhodes, both of Hartford City and seven grandchildren, Payton,
Meredith, Dustin, Olivia, Sian, Brian, Easton Rhodes.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Jean Ann
and a sister, Greta McIntire.
The funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday,
February 29, 2016 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City
with Father Dave Newton officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City
Cemetery.
Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Sunday, February 28 in the
funeral home and Monday from 9-10 a.m.
Memorials may be made to the Jean Ann Rhodes Memorial
Baseball Scholarship, c/o Blackford County Community Foundation, P.O. Box 327,
Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to:
www.watersfuneralhomes.com.