Robert W. Rhodes

May 23, 1936 — June 8, 2026

Robert W. Rhodes, age 90, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026. He was a Christian and a member of Sharon Baptist Church. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, who was stationed in New York City and served on the Military Police Unit. Robert loved his Tennessee Volunteers, the Atlanta Braves, and his faithful dog, Bailey.

Robert was preceded in death by wife, Mary Rhodes; mother, Cordie Rhodes; sister, Betty Williamson; brother, Floyd Rhodes and Jack Rhodes; niece, Ginger Davis; and nephew, Kenny Anderson.

He is survived by sisters-in-law, Janet Penn and Dottie Daust; brother-in-law, Larry (Annette) Hart; and great-nephew, Dustin Davis.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Pati and Jerry Rimmer, Angie Hobby, Jeana Kirby, Allison Bailey, Junior Wampler, Steve France and Clyde Reed.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Mynatt Funeral Home, Halls Chapel, with a service to follow at 7:00pm with Rev. Mark McCoig officiating. Family and friends will meet at 10:45am on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery for 11:00am Graveside. In Lieu of flowers please make donations to The Legacy Fund at Sharon Baptist Church.

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Visitation

Thursday, June 11, 2026

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

Mynatt Funeral Home, Halls Chapel

4131 East Emory Road, Knoxville, TN 37938

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Funeral Service

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Starts at 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

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Graveside Service

Friday, June 12, 2026

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery

7916 Pedigo Rd, Knoxville, TN 37938

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