Mary Jo Rhoads, 92 of Clarksville, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Brookdale Assisted Living. Born September 27, 1928 in Muhlenberg County, KY to the late John Jefferson Loney and Lois McCown Loney. She was a graduate of Graham High School and married Reginald Forrest Rhoads on March 17, 1946 in Shawneetown, Ill. She was the Chief Civilian Officer in the Chaplain’s section at Ft. Campbell for over thirty years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Reginald Forrest Rhoads; sister, Majorie Loney Todd, and her brother, Marvin Earl Loney.
Survivors include her son, Jeffery Wayne (Mary) Rhoads; daughter, Deborah Jo (Geary) Rhoads Eason; sister, Donna Loney (Ron) Woodall; brother, Jon (Linda) Loney; grandson, Matthew David (Julie) Rhoads; granddaughters, Mary Elizabeth Rhoads (Chris) Eno, Deborah Lee Rhoads (Paul) Mack; nine great-grandchildren, ten great-great-grandchildren, sixteen nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 11 a.m. for family and close friends at Sango Cemetery with Geoffrey Sikes officiating. Due to the recent pandemic, participants must wear masks and maintain social distance. Memorials may be made to the Church of Christ at Trenton Crossing, 2630 Pea Ridge Road, Clarksville, TN 37040, or to the charity of your choice.
Condolences may be made at NaveFuneralHomes.com.
