Merrill A. Rhodes

HARTFORD CITY, IN

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.