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Walter Rhodes Obituary

Rhodes, Jr., Walter A. Beloved husband of Mary Kay. Dear father of Eileen, Michael (Monica), Paco (Laura), Sara and Annie; Loving grandfather of Harry, Florence, Nicholas, Nate, and Sally; Fond brother of Joyce Metoyer and the late Thomas Rhodes. Visitation at Herdegen-Brieske Funeral Home, 1356 W. Wellington Ave. 6-9 pm Thursday. Funeral services Friday, 10:00 am in chapel. Int. Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Rush University Medical Center for the Medical Center's Greatest Need, 1700 W. Van Buren, Suite 250, Chicago, IL. 60612, would be appreciated. For further information visit www.herdegenfuneralhome.com or call 773-525-0178.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 20, 2012.

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David Stein

June 14, 2025

You have been gone for a while but never forgotten

Alyssa, Mike, Lexie & Ryan A.

August 7, 2012

Mary Kay,
We were so sorry to hear this news and want you to know you're in our thoughts. We sent up a little prayer the other day for your birthday. Heartfelt condolences.

July 11, 2012

Mary Kay,
Our family has been thinking of you all summer. You are in our prayers and we are so truly sorry for your loss.
~The Sullivans (Megan, Kevin, Colin, Patrick and Molly)

Dani Deahl

June 25, 2012

Annie, my deepest condolences for your loss.

-What the heart has once known, it shall never forget.

Pat Schwake

June 25, 2012

Dear Mary Kay and family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Walter was a favorite with me and I'm sure many others. May precious memories of him live in your hearts forever.

Donna Coates

June 22, 2012

Annie, so sorry. Know that I am thinking of you and your family and please let me know if I can help you in any way.

June 21, 2012

Annie Rhodes,
Life is a blessing and tonight and tomorrow your father will get to share his blessings with his community. His friends and family will come together to remember, and share, and celebrate his achievements. We cheer for Walter Rhodes Jr.
Marty / Charlie / Bill

June 21, 2012

Annie,

Seth and I are so very sorry for your loss. We'll be thinking of you.

Roya Khatiblou and Seth Deahl

Carlie Miller

June 21, 2012

Annie,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. My deepest sympathies are with you.

Melody & Bucky Hinkley-Cross

June 21, 2012

Annie and Family,
Just know we are thinking of you and wishing you strength during this hard time.

Ginger and Chris Chun

June 21, 2012

Our deepest condolences to the Rhodes family. We know Mr. Rhodes will be sorely missed. He was a powerful presence in all of our formative years.

Rosemary and David Deahl

June 20, 2012

Dear Annie and family:
David and I express our deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to all of your family members.
Your father will remain in all of your hearts forever.

Rob Sullivan

June 20, 2012

Michael and family,
I can't even begin to imagine how hard this must be for you. Although we haven't seen each other since our days at Ogden, know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If I weren't out of town, I would have delivered this message in person at the wake. May you cherish forever all of your fondest memories.

DAVID STEIN

June 20, 2012

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF WALTERS PASSING,HE WAS A GREAT GUY,GOOD FRIEND,AND WILL BE MISSED BY MANY OF HIS FRIENDS.EVEN THOUGH WE HAVN'T KEPT IN TOUCH OUR FEELINGS OF FRIENSHIP STAYED STRONG.MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES

From all of Us at Herdegen-Brieske Funeral Home

June 20, 2012

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