PARADE INFO: Krewe of Hercules
February 10, 2023
Jimmy Lodrigue
February 10, 2023
Percy Joseph Rhodes, Sr., age 85, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was a native of Montegut and resident of Houma.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Holy Rosary Catholic Church Monday, February 13, 2023 from 9:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Percy is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Ann Marie Neil Rhodes; children, Percy “Joe” Rhodes, Jr. (Gina), Vickie Waggoner, Patty Miles (Mark), Sandy Defelice (Dennis); grandchildren, Amanda (Brad), John Percy, Aaron (Brianna), Shelby (Robert), Morgan (Jordan), Alex, Jordan, Hayley, Taylor (Makayla), Taylor (Toby), Caleb; great-grandchildren, Jackson, Jase, Margot, Persephone, Oscar, Rhett, Ophelia; sisters, Joyce Neil, and Laura Lafont.
Percy is preceded in death by his parents, Myrtle Rhodes, Sr. and Stella Crochet Rhodes; brothers, Myrtle Rhodes, Jr. and Wilbert Rhodes; sister, Wilma Portier, and son-in-law, John Waggoner.
Percy was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. After retiring from Texaco 28 years ago he enjoyed spending time volunteering at the church and local food bank. Percy loved fishing, trawling and keeping his yard pristine. He was a big family man and loved nothing more than spending time with his kids and grandkids.
The family would like to thank Karen Luke and Susan Deroche and all the great people at Haydel Hospice for all of their love and care.
Chauvin Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Percy Joseph Rhodes, Sr.
