William Herbert Rhoads

Mr. William "Bill" Herbert Rhoads of Charlotte NC, transitioned to eternity on the morning of February 21, 2011 following a brief battle with cancer. He was preceded to eternity by his adored wife Camille and his father Stanley Rhoads. He is survived by his daughter Danae of Charlotte, his mother Audrey Rhoads, his sister Ronna Garcia, Brother-in-Law Aurello Garcia; three nieces - Bethany, Sarah and Krista, one nephew Levi; and great-nephew Jace Garcia, all of Yakima, Washington. Bill was born in Eugene, OR on July 31, 1958. He began his undergraduate studies in Accounting at Oregon State University and completed them at Abilene Christian University in 1980, and later earned his Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Abilene Christian University in 1994. He worked for numerous companies in the 1980s and early 90s prior to serving on the staff at Northeast church of Christ-Taylors, SC from 1995 to 2000, then joined Wachovia/Wells Fargo from 2003 to 2011. Bill was a man of deep humility and joy who was committed to his faith, family and friends. He valued serving others, education, personal excellence, and integrity. His life was one of practicing his faith in all facets of life. He was a wonderful devoted husband, marvelous father, splendid brother, faithful friend, and excellent professional. He loved to bring moments of happiness to others. He loved to celebrate every day as a new gift. He loved to laugh and provided encouragement by his kind smile. He was a gentle spirit. He loved seeing others succeed and grow. Bill's life reflects a message of love, faith, and hope. He wants all people to know God's faithfulness and that eternal life is found through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. During his brief battle with cancer, he continued his desire to have God glorified. His life is a testimony to the love of God. Blessed be the Name of the Lord. Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, February 23 from 7:00-9:00 PM at Raymer Funeral Home in Huntersville, NC. A service celebrating his life will be held at Mecklenburg Community Church - 8335 Browne Road in Charlotte on Thursday, February 24 at 3:00 PM. A graveside service will be held at Eliott-Hamil cemetery in Abilene, Texas on Saturday, February 26 at 2:00 PM. As a living legacy and in lieu of flowers, a fiduciary account has been established for Danae. Deposits can be made at Wachovia Bank-Danae Rhoads via 16735-A Cranlyn Road #113, Huntersville, NC 28078.