Norman Rhoades obituary: Norman Rhoades's Obituary, Akron

In Memory Of
Norman J. Rhoades
1931 - 2019

Obituary photo of Norman Rhoades, Akron-OH
Obituary photo of Norman Rhoades, Akron-OH

In Memory Of
Norman J. Rhoades
1931 - 2019

Norman J. Rhoades, 87, passed away on March 19, 2019 after a short illness. A lifelong resident of Akron, Norm was born December 22, 1931. He served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict and retired from AT&T after 35 years of service. Norm enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his family.

Norman is preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Barbara; parents, Norman L. Rhoades and Florence Berish; brother, Richard A. Rhoades. He is survived by children, Cheryl (Arthur) Landin, Robert (Jeanie) Wilson, Denise Diehl, Russell (Terri) Wilson, Ron (Susie) Wilson, Norman (Cathy) Rhoades, Kelli (Kevin) Valenti; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; and nieces, Bobbi and Brandy Rhoades.

Per his wishes cremation has taken place. No services will be held at this time.
Norman J. Rhoades, 87, passed away on March 19, 2019 after a short illness. A lifelong resident of Akron, Norm was born December 22, 1931. He served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict and retired from AT&T after 35 years of service. Norm enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his family.

Norman is preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Barbara; parents, Norman L. Rhoades and Florence Berish; brother, Richard A. Rhoades. He is survived by children, Cheryl (Arthur) Landin, Robert (Jeanie) Wilson, Denise Diehl, Russell (Terri) Wilson, Ron (Susie) Wilson, Norman (Cathy) Rhoades, Kelli (Kevin) Valenti; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; and nieces, Bobbi and Brandy Rhoades.

Per his wishes cremation has taken place. No services will be held at this time.

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