Rhoades, Richard

Richard Rhoades, 70, of Blacksburg, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2007.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Marion T. Rhoades; his brother, Robert Rhoades; and his sister, Rita Gleason.

Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Tammy Rhoades of Greer, S.C.; and daughter, Linda Rhoades of Charlotte, N.C.

Graveside funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Friday, July 13, 2007 at Westview Cemetery in Blacksburg. In lieu of flowers, the family requests the memorial contributions be made to The Nature Conservancy, 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203-1606. The Rhoades Family is being served by Horne Funeral & Cremation Service, Christiansburg, 382-2612. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hornefuneralservice.com