The Rev. Raymond K. Rhoads

Raymond K. Rhoads passed away peacefully on September 4, 2024 in his home in Caledonia, surrounded by his family. Raymond was born on April 29, 193 in Dixon, Illinois to Anna Marie Rhoads (Folkers) and Raymond K. Rhoads. Raymond graduated from Dixon High School, and the University of Illinois with a Bachelor of Philosophy. After serving in the United States Army, he completed his education at Drew Seminary in New Jersey. Raymond spent several years doing post graduate work in New Testament Studies at the University of Gottingen, Germany. He was ordained into the ministry of the United Methodist Church and served churches in Elizabeth, Elmhurst, Des Plaines, Morris, Crystal Lake, and Barrington. His last appointment was District Superintendent of the Rockford District.

Raymond is survived by his wife Margaret Rhoads (Hoermann); daughter,  Emily Rhoads of San Francisco; granddaughter, Greta Rhoads of New York City; brother, Roger Rhoads, the Rhoads-Smith family, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Raymond was predeceased by son, Alexander, his parents, and brother, Russell.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 AM on September 21, 2024, in Court Street United Methodist Church, with a memorial visitation will be at 10:00 AM. Private interment will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family notes that memorials be made to the Northern Illinois Food Bank or the Raymond Rhoads Scholarship at Drew University are welcomed. Northern Illinois Food Bank 273 Dearborn Court Geneva, IL 60134.

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