Jeff Rhoads

Jeff Rhoads

Jeff Rhoads
August 15, 1961 – September 20, 2022
Ocala, FL. (Oskaloosa, IA.) | Age 61

Jeff Rhoads, formerly of Oskaloosa, passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 20, 2022. Jeff was born on August 15, 1961, to Carl “Bub” and Linda Rhoads in Oskaloosa.

Jeff graduated from Oskaloosa High School with the Class of 1979.

Jeff and Linda were united in marriage on November 21, 1987, in Oskaloosa.

Jeff and Linda enjoyed traveling and had the opportunity to visit many destinations throughout their life together. After raising their family, Jeff and Linda relocated to Las Vegas, NV where they finished out their work careers. Jeff retired in March of 2021.

Jeff and Linda enjoyed everything that Las Vegas had to offer, while entertaining their children and grandchildren. Jeff had a love for classic cars and owned many throughout his life.

In August of 2022, Jeff and Linda relocated to Ocala, FL.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Linda, of nearly 35 years; two sons, Nicholas (& Brena) of Cedar Falls and Chad Ford of Oskaloosa; a daughter, Erica (& Michael) Gershman of Mooresville, NC. Jeff was Papa/Grandpa to 10 grandchildren: Ethen, Izabella, Halzey, Alora, Keaton, Landyn, Mason, Morgan, Brandt and Hudson. Jeff is also survived by his mother, Linda Rhoads; two sisters, Kim (& Lee) Fite of Oskaloosa and Valerie DeRooi of Oskaloosa; and a sister-in-law, Yvonne (& Stu) Menninga of Keller, TX. He was also the uncle to two nieces and two nephews.

Jeff was preceded in death by his father, Carl “Bub” Rhoads; a daughter, Elizabeth Rhoads; a brother-in-law, Keith DeRooi; as well as his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Melvin and Clarice Sams.

Jeff’s wishes were that his body be cremated.
A celebration of life will be held at the Bates Funeral Chapel in October.
Private burial will be at a later date.

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