Mr. James Theodis Rhodes

RHODES, Mr. James - Age 86, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Henry Ford - Genesys. Family hour 11:30 AM Saturday, November 30, 2024 at North Central Church of Christ, 2001 N. Saginaw St., Evangelist Robert G. Clark, officiating. Interment Sunset Hills Cemetery, G-4413 Flushing Rd. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 11:30 AM Saturday. Mr. Rhodes will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd. and may be viewed from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Friday, with family present from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM to receive friends. Obituary With great love and respect, James Theodis “JT” Rhodes was born May 4, 1938 in Lonoke County, Arkansas, to his loving parents Ulysess “Doc” Rhodes and Buelah Miller Rhodes. As advocates of education, his family relocated to North Little Rock, Arkansas during his teen years, to provide more opportunities for their children. It was there that James completed his education graduating from Scipio A. Jones High School. While still living in North Little Rock he met and married the love of his life Charlie Mae Hilton. To this union 4 children were born. The couple later relocated to Flint, Michigan where they raised their family. James and Charlie Mae showed their love and expertise through home painting and repair, and showed pride in keeping the interior and exterior of their home in immaculate condition. James especially enjoyed demonstrating his grilling talents during the summer holidays and was well known by his family and friends for his delicious specially seasoned ribs and chicken wings. He would patiently spend hours on the grill to ensure that everyone that stopped by, left satisfied. During the winter holidays he enjoyed being the official turkey and fish fryer for the family events. James had a passion for Westerns and WWE Wrestling and could spend hours watching. James and his wife Charlie Mae also enjoyed traveling. Some of their cherished memories included trips to Arkansas, Alabama, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Vegas and a cruise. James worked for General Motors for over 30 years retiring from Chevrolet Flint Manufacturing. James was a member of the North Central Church of Christ where he previously worked with the Usher, Food Bank, and Kitchen Ministries. James Theodis Rhodes leaves to cherish his memory: 4 children, Pamela (Terry) Powell, Julia McKinnon, Lori (Victor) Campbell, and James T. Rhodes Jr.; 11 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. One sister Gladys Calhoun of North Little Rock, Arkansas. A host of other relatives and friends. James was preceded in death by his loving wife Charlie Mae Rhodes; his parents Ulysess and Beulah Rhodes; 3 brothers, Joe Jenkins, Willie Rhodes, and Spurgin Rhodes; son-in-law James McKinnon; Mother & Father-in-law Julia & Clovellon Thurmon, and Father-in-law Charley Hilton. He was also preceded in death by other family and special friends. Being blessed with 86 years, his children find comfort in knowing he can now Rest in Peace

Mr. James Theodis Rhodes

May 4, 1938 - November 20, 2024