In loving memory of

Charity Rhodes
January 15, 2010

Charity Michelle Rhodes was born in Omaha, Nebraska on July 19, 1978. She grew up near Council Bluffs, Iowa and graduated from the Lewis-Township High School in 1996. Charity then enrolled in the Jennie-Methodist School of Nursing, graduating as a Registered Nurse in May of 2000.

Charity started her nursing career at the Glenwood Resource Center in Glenwood, Iowa and later worked in Omaha at the Children's Hospital and the Bergan-Mercy Hospital. She loved working with children, practicing medicine, and was always willing to donate her time to others.

Charity died at her home in Omaha on January 16, 2010, at the age of 31 years, 5 months, and 28 days. She was preceded in death by her father, James Rhodes, grandfather, Bernard Rhodes, and her grandmother, Nonnie.

Charity is survived by her fiancé Todd Dworak of Omaha; mother and step-father Barb and Jay Morrison of Glenwood, IA; sisters, Jenifer Rhodes and fiancé Chris Woods, and Joanna Morrison and brother-in-law James McFerrin, all of Glenwood; brothers, Christopher Rhodes and wife Michelle, J.D. Morrison, and Jacob Morrison, all of Glenwood; grandmother Margaret Rhodes of Omaha; nieces and nephews, Tawnie Smith, Brett Smith, Keegan McFerrin, and Cienna Morrison, all of Glenwood; aunts and uncles; other loving relatives and friends.

Memorials suggested to Salvation Army.

Tributes

Kreg Roenfeldt wrote on Apr 8, 2010:

"A real friend I only knew in the later part of my time in HighSchool. Can say I regret not keeping in contact after I left for college. Though I did not know her long, I'm sure she will be missed. Truly sorry for the loss. She was really smart, and very nice to be around. One afternoon while she was helping me do mechanical work on my car, my employer stopped by. Afterwords he said of all the friends he's seen me hang out with, she is one that actually had a head on her shoulders."

polly young wrote on Jan 21, 2010:

"i am so sorry for your loss. charity was a neat vibrant smart girl with a world of opportunies ahead for her. i can only imagine the sorrow and pain you are feeling. she touched so many lives in her very short time here. my prayers are with all of you."

Shirley Allen wrote on Jan 20, 2010:

"Jay and family, I am so sorry to hear about Charity's death through Jay's work. Even though I had never met her, I know the shock and grief the family must be going through. Jay, just wanted you to know that the folks here at the Omaha Chamber of Commerce have you in their prayers."

Thomas Rhodes wrote on Jan 19, 2010:

"Barb and Jay Morrison. We are real sorry to hear of Charity death. Charity was always pleasant, fun and always wanting to learn about sales. Charity was always helpful to our customers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thomas Rhodes, Gary Smith, Tom Seals, Jon Rhodes And the rest of the team at aawindowsndoors. "

Sue LeFever wrote on Jan 19, 2010:

"To Jay, Barb and family, my heart is broken for you and the pain you are going through. When I think of Charity, I see her smile, her sense of humor and her love for her family. I will never forget the first time I ever met Charity. She was working at Places and checked me out. We were instant friends. Such a beautiful girl, outside, and even more importantly, on the inside as well. My heart is saddened knowing she will no longer be an influence to those she would encounter in her future, she is certainly a shining star to all of those she touched. Love you Charity, God Speed friend! "

Susie Dunmire wrote on Jan 19, 2010:

"Dear Barb and Family, I never thought I would be writing to all of you on this type of day. Charity was a dear friend, a joy to be around, full of life and love. I will miss her for all of my life. May God hold all of you in the Palm of His hand. Susie"

Pat Mercer wrote on Jan 18, 2010:

"Barb and family, Was so shocked and saddened to hear about Charity. Your girls have always been very special to me,being around them more than I was the boys. Can't imagine your grief. I know time does help the healing process. My sincere sympathy to you, Jay, and all the kids. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Pat "

Nick and Billie Shepard wrote on Jan 18, 2010:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. "

Louisa & Russ Mckee wrote on Jan 18, 2010:

"I am so sad to hear about Charity.She was such a lovely person and I know this is hard for you all. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all."

Roger and Cheri Smith wrote on Jan 17, 2010:

"Our hearts go out to Chris and Giget and to all the family and friends of Charity. From all the Roger and Cheri Smith Family"

Pat Malcom wrote on Jan 17, 2010:

"I have had the priviledge of knowing Charity for several years having worked with her before and after she began her professional career. She was bright, ambitious and very helpful to the clients she served. She loved being a nurse. My prayers are with her family and friends. She will be missed by many."