Bette Joann Rhodes
March 03, 1936 - August 01, 2012
- Share:
Bette Joann Rhodes
March 03, 1936 - August 01, 2012
Obituary
Joann Rhodes went home to be with the Lord August 1, 2012. Bette Joann (Robertson) Rhodes was born March 3, 1936 in Sweetwater, Oklahoma to Clara Lucille (Kelley) and William Michael Robertson; she was the youngest of 8 children. She married Jerry T. Rhodes on July 4, 1954; together they have three children, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Jerry; son: Ronald Wayne, and wife Janet of Tulsa; son: Randall Eric, and wife Cammie of Skiatook. Grandson: Jeremy Rhodes, wife Sofia and daughters: Emma and Elsa of Tulsa. Granddaughter: Jaime Velazquez, husband Kevin and children: Daniel, Dylan, Kelley and Jeffrey. Granddaughter: Julie Southerland, and husband Justin of Skiatook; Granddaughter: Jeanette Rhodes of Skiatook; two sisters: Florene Pierce of Henryetta, and Maxine Jefcoat of Marshall, TX; plus a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; son: Roger Lynn; brother: Leon Robertson and sisters: Pauline Robertson, Louise Robertson, Juanita Kenney and Marie Clem. Joann worked over 33 years at Boston Avenue Methodist Church as a pre-school teacher. She loved working with children. She loved traveling and made it to every state but one. The highlight of her travels was a trip to Israel. Joann loved gospel music and was able to attend many concerts. She was involved in PTA and was Vice President at one time. Joann was President of “National Association of Letter Carriers Auxiliary 2720” here in Tulsa and traveled to many conventions. Joann and Jerry both love Eastwood Baptist Church and have been members for over 25 years. They were involved in the Oasis Sunday School and SAMS Eastwood Senior Adult Ministry. Joann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and she loved teaching children. Condolences may be sent through the guestbook on this page.
Memorial Service
- Date & Time: August 6, 2012 (1:30 PM)
- Venue: Eastwood Baptist Church
- Location: 949 S. 91st E. Ave Tulsa, OK 74112 - (Get Directions)
Graveside Service
- Date & Time: August 6, 2012 (10:00 AM)
- Venue: West Lawn Cemetery
- Location: Henryetta, OK - (Get Directions)
13 responses to Bette Joann Rhodes
Elaine Hillard says:
August 3, 2012
Dear Jerry and family, So sorry to hear of Joann's passing, but know she is in the presence of our Lord and at peace. I know it is hard, but pray for your comfort in recalling all the wonderful memories you must have. Elaine Hillard, Eastwood
Steve Sharples says:
August 3, 2012
I will remember her smile and giving nature, her love of family, for which anyone she met was family…Great Lady of our time and one to be missed by all…
Judy Casey says:
August 3, 2012
Jerry, You have been so faithful in the care of Joann. I have always admired that about you. You two were a special couple and it was hard to say one name without the other. Jerry Joann , Joann Jerry.Although I know you will miss her is it not wonderful to know that she is in Heaven waiting on you and beauty and awe she must be enjoying.Heaven gain was our loss. Judy Casey
Dwight And Lydell Rhodes says:
August 3, 2012
We are thinking about you Jerry. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. We will truely miss Joann. She has been a big part of our life for so long.
Sherri Sharpe says:
August 4, 2012
Jerry, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you.