RHODA, FREDERICK H.
On April 19, 2007, in the loving care of his family, of Audubon Park and formerly of Oaklyn, NJ. Mr. Rhoda was born and raised in Gloucester City and was the loving son of Frederick & Margaret Rhoda. He was a 1950 graduate of Gloucester High School. After high school he enlisted in the Navy, serving his country proudly during the Korean War aboard the USS Sage. Upon returning from the War, he enrolled in HVAC School. He later worked as a truck driver for over 30 years and was presented with the 500,000 Mile Safe Driver Award. Mr. Rhoda loved music his entire life and was an accomplished musician, playing several instruments including the guitar and banjo. He played professionally with his best friend Mike Walters and was also a member of the Gloucester City Old Timers String Band.
Mr. Rhoda is survived by his beloved wife Mildred D. (nee Corney), 2 loving daughters Sharon L. Seiler (Richard) and Denise L. Medeiros, his dear sister Betty Rieder, and his devoted grandchildren PJ and Jesse.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet Monday evening from 7:00 to 9:00pm and again Tuesday morning from 10:00 to 11:00am at the CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, 400 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn. Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM at the Funeral Home. Interment to follow Woodbury Memorial Park, W. Deptford. In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorial donations in Mr. Rhoda\’s name be made to the Gloucester City Old Timers String Band, PO Box 532, Gloucester City, NJ 08030.
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