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Eldwin Rhodes Obituary

Leaving behind a host of relatives and friends, he died Friday, Feb. 22, 2013. Services were held at Greater St. Stephen Full Gospel Baptist Church, 5600 Read Blvd., New Orleans, on Tuesday, Feb. 26. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes, www.rhodesfuneral.com.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 26 to Feb. 27, 2013.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eldwin Rhodes

It seems like it was only yesterday...

March 26, 2013

May the Lord give you the oil of joy in your hour of bereavement. Your husband always spoke about his secretary with love. He was proud of your accomplishments. May the Lord be with you and your family. The Brown Family

March 22, 2013

Mrs. Lynetta we just heard that your husband passed. May the Lord comfort you always as you grieve your loss. Agnes

March 20, 2013

Mrs. Lynetta,

Know that Eldwin loved you. He always spoke about his daughter Keita and his sons with pride. Let your wonderful memories comfort you now. God will see you through this time.
My husband and I are praying for your family's strength.

Elizabeth White

March 20, 2013

Minister Lynetta
Extending condolescences on behalf of our family. You and your family are in our Prayers.

Elders Raymond and Michelle Steib

March 5, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Iwanda Lacey

February 27, 2013

What a friend I found in Brother Rhodes...He had a way with people unmatched by others. A very soft spoken indivdual whom I had high respect for. I will miss his friendship.. I Pray God's strength on the entire family!

"Sportsmachine"

Ty Green

February 27, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Deborah McGraw

February 27, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Brian & Dawn Martin

February 27, 2013

To Mrs. Lynetta and family,

May God's grace, love and peace be with you during this trying time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Triscelyn McDonald

February 27, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Orlando Pritchett

February 26, 2013

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