Paulette Rhodes, age 78, resident of Phenix City, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown, Columbus, Georgia. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service is scheduled at Pine Grove Baptist Church, 112 Wright Road, Phenix City, Alabama on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 11:00 AM EST with Pastor Phillip CampContinue Reading
Paulette Rhodes, age 78, resident of Phenix City, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown, Columbus, Georgia.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service is scheduled at Pine Grove Baptist Church, 112 Wright Road, Phenix City, Alabama on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 11:00 AM EST with Pastor Phillip Camp officiating. The family will gather in the fellowship hall afterwards for a reception to continue the celebration of Paulette’s life.
Mrs. Rhodes, daughter of the late James Paul Sides and Frances Elizabeth Kelly Sides, was born June 27, 1944, in Columbus, GA. She retired in 2010 from her 42 years of Nursing. Her career was multi-faceted which included Valley Hospital Charge Nurse as well as working in Dialysis with the late Dr. Bruce Carr, her mentor. Under his direction she worked at the first outpatient Dialysis clinic in Columbus GA. She received her RN degree from the Nursing program at CVCC and BS of Heath Care Administration from Ameda University. She was proud to have served our surrounding community for many years with her final nursing position at AFLAC.
Besides the many hours she dedicated in nursing, she enjoyed traveling to the beach and taking trips to Alaska to visit her nieces Cindy and Denise. One of the most memorable trips she took was to Hawaii for her 50th Wedding Anniversary. On the trip to Hawaii, she had many excursions to include going to Pearl Harbor on the “D” Day Anniversary. Paulette enjoyed golf, bowling, her many pets, which included a Parrot, a monkey, many dogs and cats. She loved people, but her joy was sharing time with all her grandchildren and her family. She was a member of Daughters of the Nile, the Phenix City Shrine Club, and Pine Grove Baptist Church.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Dianne Sides. Mrs. Rhodes is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 64 years, Merrill E. Rhodes of Phenix City; three sons, Glenn Rhodes and his wife Pam, Ken Rhodes, and Todd Rhodes, all of Phenix City; one sister, Myra McCardle of Panama City, Florida; one brother, Don Sides and his wife Faye of Opelika, Alabama; two grandchildren, Daniel Rhodes and his wife Sarah and Rachel Rhodes Jenkins and her husband Anthony, nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; cousins and many other relatives and caring friends and her church family.
Paulette was an organ donor and was an avid supporter of organ donation. Her organs will be donated to give others life. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the www.LifeLinkLegacyFund.org or The American Heart Association in honor of Paulette Rhodes https://www.heart.org/donate
Mary Scarbrough
left a message on February 18, 2023:
With sincerest condolences to the family of Paulette Rhodes, a friend with a radiant smile that would light up a room. May your cherished memories bring you comfort now and in the time ahead. God bless you all with thoughts, prayers and and love.
Nathan Carr
left a message on February 14, 2023:
Paulette was one of my favorite people I have ever been blessed to meet. Great woman. My father (Dr. Bruce Carr) loved Paulette and always appreciated her words of wisdom. Didn’t always follow. She loved life, her family and Merrill. She will be missed greatly. I love you Paulette.
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Daryl McClendon
left a message on February 13, 2023:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Paulette at Aflac and she was a wonderful person with a beautiful smile. Rest in Peace Paulette.
Marcia Foster
left a message on February 12, 2023:
My heartfelt sympathy to Paulette’s family and friends. She was such a kind and thoughtful person and I enjoyed working with her immensely.
Bert Herras
left a message on February 11, 2023:
I had known Paulette for over 18 years in AFLAC.. I am sure going to miss her. Very nice Lady.
Susan Affleck
left a message on February 11, 2023:
I first met Paulette when I was in the 6th grade at Ladonia Elementary School. I was in the same class with her son Glen. Several years later, she hired me as an LPN to work at DCI. I will always be grateful to her for providing me that opportunity. I know she touched many lives in her career and mine was just one. I will always remember her and the imprint she left on my life. I spent 24 years caring for patients with End Stage Renal Disease because Paulette believed in me.
Sandra
left a message on February 11, 2023:
I love you Aunt Paulette and will see you in heaven!
Linda Shavers
left a message on February 11, 2023:
Until we meet again my dear friend Paulette you will be missed! My heart is broken! RIP
Mimi Patterson
left a message on February 11, 2023:
I'm so sorry to hear about her passing y'all are all in my prayers.she was truly a great woman. love always Mimi Patterson
Brenda Brooks Wyatt
left a message on February 10, 2023:
So sorry to hear about your loss. Went to school with Paulette.
Kenny & Angie Federlick
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Sorry to hear about the passing of Paulette. Sending prayers to the entire
family.
Kenny & Angie Federlick
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Sorry to hear about the passing of Paulette. Sending prayers to the entire
family.
Wanda Gallops
left a message on February 10, 2023:
I’m so sad to hear this news. I worked with Paulette at AFLAC. She was one of the nicest people - always smiling. She loved her family. Rest In Peace sweet Angel. You helped so many people in your lifetime. My deepest condolences to her family.
Deborah Sides
left a message on February 10, 2023:
I am sorry sorry for the loss of Paulette, she was always such a blessing to her cousins Doug and Charlene. Prayers for the family as they grieve for the loss of their wife , mother , sister and friend. She is forever healed and made whole once again
Rebecca Henderson Moss
left a message on February 10, 2023:
My sincere condolences to The Rhodes family, I went to Ladonia Elementary School with Ken. I can remember seeing Mrs. Rhodes at many of the schools functions. She was very beautiful. I know she will be dearly missed. My prayers are for peace and comfort for all family and friends.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kathy Gant
left a message on February 10, 2023:
So sorry for your loss. I knew Paulette at Aflac. She was a wonderful person with a great laugh. Prayers for the family
Sherry and Geoffrey Prins
left a message on February 10, 2023:
So sorry to hear of Paulette’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Julie Arsenault
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Many fond memories of working with Paulette when I was in claims @ Aflac. Sweet sweet lady! Thinking of the family during this difficult time.
Angie Jeffcoat
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Sending love and prayers to Merrill. And the boys for peace and comfort ♥️🙏 Jerry and I have had so many fun times together with you and Paulette. May God give you peace. 🙏♥️🙏
Angie Jeffcoat
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Sending love and prayers to Merrill. And the boys for peace and comfort ♥️🙏 Jerry and I have had so many fun times together with you and Paulette. May God give you peace. 🙏♥️🙏
Julie Hicks
left a message on February 10, 2023:
In memory of Mrs. Paulette Rhodes, Julie Hicks lit a candle
Julie Hicks
left a message on February 10, 2023:
In memory of Mrs. Paulette Rhodes, Julie Hicks lit a candle
Julie Hicks
left a message on February 10, 2023:
In memory of Mrs. Paulette Rhodes, Julie Hicks lit a candle
Michele Waters
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Aunt Paulette rest with God, and I praying that those of us left behind find comfort and peace in the memories of love you provided. All our love
Pat Fowler
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Pam and family. So sorry for your loss. May your precious memories help you get through the coming day and months.
Gwendolyn Petron
left a message on February 10, 2023:
In memory of Mrs. Paulette Rhodes, Gwendolyn Petron lit a candle
Savannah Jones
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Love you Aunt Paulette ❤️
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Mary Scarbrough
left a message on February 18, 2023:
With sincerest condolences to the family of Paulette Rhodes, a friend with a radiant smile that would light up a room. May your cherished memories bring you comfort now and in the time ahead. God bless you all with thoughts, prayers and and love.
Nathan Carr
left a message on February 14, 2023:
Paulette was one of my favorite people I have ever been blessed to meet. Great woman. My father (Dr. Bruce Carr) loved Paulette and always appreciated her words of wisdom. Didn’t always follow. She loved life, her family and Merrill. She will be missed greatly. I love you Paulette.
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Charlotte G. Carr
left a message on February 13, 2023:
So sorry to hear of her passing! I am Dr. Bruce Carr’s widow! Bruce truly loved Paulette and their working together! I picture those very special people together in Heaven! Those two were lives well lived-always helping others with compassion and care!
Daryl McClendon
left a message on February 13, 2023:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Paulette at Aflac and she was a wonderful person with a beautiful smile. Rest in Peace Paulette.
Marcia Foster
left a message on February 12, 2023:
My heartfelt sympathy to Paulette’s family and friends. She was such a kind and thoughtful person and I enjoyed working with her immensely.
Bert Herras
left a message on February 11, 2023:
I had known Paulette for over 18 years in AFLAC.. I am sure going to miss her. Very nice Lady.
Susan Affleck
left a message on February 11, 2023:
I first met Paulette when I was in the 6th grade at Ladonia Elementary School. I was in the same class with her son Glen. Several years later, she hired me as an LPN to work at DCI. I will always be grateful to her for providing me that opportunity. I know she touched many lives in her career and mine was just one. I will always remember her and the imprint she left on my life. I spent 24 years caring for patients with End Stage Renal Disease because Paulette believed in me.
Sandra
left a message on February 11, 2023:
I love you Aunt Paulette and will see you in heaven!
Linda Shavers
left a message on February 11, 2023:
Until we meet again my dear friend Paulette you will be missed! My heart is broken! RIP
Mimi Patterson
left a message on February 11, 2023:
I'm so sorry to hear about her passing y'all are all in my prayers.she was truly a great woman. love always Mimi Patterson
Brenda Brooks Wyatt
left a message on February 10, 2023:
So sorry to hear about your loss. Went to school with Paulette.
Kenny & Angie Federlick
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Sorry to hear about the passing of Paulette. Sending prayers to the entire
family.
Kenny & Angie Federlick
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Sorry to hear about the passing of Paulette. Sending prayers to the entire
family.
Wanda Gallops
left a message on February 10, 2023:
I’m so sad to hear this news. I worked with Paulette at AFLAC. She was one of the nicest people - always smiling. She loved her family. Rest In Peace sweet Angel. You helped so many people in your lifetime. My deepest condolences to her family.
Deborah Sides
left a message on February 10, 2023:
I am sorry sorry for the loss of Paulette, she was always such a blessing to her cousins Doug and Charlene. Prayers for the family as they grieve for the loss of their wife , mother , sister and friend. She is forever healed and made whole once again
Rebecca Henderson Moss
left a message on February 10, 2023:
My sincere condolences to The Rhodes family, I went to Ladonia Elementary School with Ken. I can remember seeing Mrs. Rhodes at many of the schools functions. She was very beautiful. I know she will be dearly missed. My prayers are for peace and comfort for all family and friends.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kathy Gant
left a message on February 10, 2023:
So sorry for your loss. I knew Paulette at Aflac. She was a wonderful person with a great laugh. Prayers for the family
Sherry and Geoffrey Prins
left a message on February 10, 2023:
So sorry to hear of Paulette’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Julie Arsenault
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Many fond memories of working with Paulette when I was in claims @ Aflac. Sweet sweet lady! Thinking of the family during this difficult time.
Angie Jeffcoat
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Sending love and prayers to Merrill. And the boys for peace and comfort ♥️🙏 Jerry and I have had so many fun times together with you and Paulette. May God give you peace. 🙏♥️🙏
Angie Jeffcoat
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Sending love and prayers to Merrill. And the boys for peace and comfort ♥️🙏 Jerry and I have had so many fun times together with you and Paulette. May God give you peace. 🙏♥️🙏
Julie Hicks
left a message on February 10, 2023:
In memory of Mrs. Paulette Rhodes, Julie Hicks lit a candle
Julie Hicks
left a message on February 10, 2023:
In memory of Mrs. Paulette Rhodes, Julie Hicks lit a candle
Julie Hicks
left a message on February 10, 2023:
In memory of Mrs. Paulette Rhodes, Julie Hicks lit a candle
Michele Waters
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Aunt Paulette rest with God, and I praying that those of us left behind find comfort and peace in the memories of love you provided. All our love
Pat Fowler
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Pam and family. So sorry for your loss. May your precious memories help you get through the coming day and months.
Gwendolyn Petron
left a message on February 10, 2023:
In memory of Mrs. Paulette Rhodes, Gwendolyn Petron lit a candle
Savannah Jones
left a message on February 10, 2023:
Love you Aunt Paulette ❤️
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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