Patricia Rhodes

Dear friends, family, and loved ones of Patricia,

I am Scott, and it is both my honor and my heartbreak to stand before you today to celebrate the life of my beloved wife, Patricia. Thank you all for being here to remember her, to celebrate her, and to bring comfort to one another as we hold her memory close.

Patricia was a woman of extraordinary compassion—nurturing, selfless, endlessly generous- yet also fiercely independent. She was the person who could quiet a storm just by being in the room, and then, if needed, start a new one to fight for what was right. She lived 64 rich and beautiful years, and I was lucky enough to know her for 20 of them.

Patricia’s journey began long before I met her, but when our paths crossed, something in me awakened that had been quiet for too long. Before we met, Patricia had already lived a life filled with courage and devotion. As a single mother, she raised her daughter, Taylor, entirely on her own for 16 years—a feat that spoke volumes about her strength and unshakable love. She dedicated herself to making sure her daughter always felt cared for, accepted, and deeply valued. That was the essence of Patricia: she gave of herself so that others could feel whole.

Professionally, Patricia was one of the most driven people you could ever meet. She made her mark as an office manager at a major accountancy firm, worked as an account manager and workspace designer for twenty-five years —roles that required both precision and creativity, two things she had in abundance. Later, she became the CFO at our family’s business, Rhodes Custom Pools, Inc., where she also specialized in helping customers choose materials and finishes for their project. It was more than a career for her; it was part of how she cared for people—by creating spaces that could hold memories, laughter, and life. She had this saying that I think defines her spirit: “No project is too tough” and she meant it—not only about work, but about life, love, and family.There are countless memories I could share—Sunday family dinners where she’d fill the room with laughter, the affection in her eyes when she looked around the table, proud of the family she’d built and nurtured. But if I had to choose one thing to hold closest, it would be how Patricia believed in me. She took a chance on a man who was still learning how to love again, a man with three wild boys and plenty of rough edges. She didn’t just love me through it—she helped me heal, she helped me grow, and she reminded me every single day what partnership truly means. Her love was restorative.

She built bridges where others might have walked away, sewed hearts back together with patience, humor, and honesty. Patricia was also my biggest cheerleader; She wanted me to feel good about myself, have confidence, and view myself as successful.

What I’ll miss most about Patricia isn’t just one thing—it’s everything. Her laughter that filled a room, her Italian spice that kept me on my toes, her wisdom and warmth that always carried me through. I’ll miss her hand in mine, her strength beside me, and her unwavering belief that every day was worth fighting for.

Patricia’s faith was her quiet source of strength. She lived with gratitude, believing that God’s love was not only expressed through prayer, but through how she touched the lives around her- and she touched all of ours deeply. She believed deeply in God’s promise of peace and renewal, and I take comfort in knowing she is resting now in The Presence Of Our Lord Jesus Christ!

In honor of her, I’d like to close with a few simple words of gratitude and reflection:

May the light she carried so freely in her heart continue to guide us through our days ahead. May her laughter echo in our homes and her love remain in everything we do.

Love lives on—not in absence, but in every memory, every act of kindness, every moment we choose to see beauty as she did*

Rest in peace, my love. You will forever be my inspiration, my heart, and my home. - Husband, Scott Rhodes 

A memorial service was held for Patricia Rhodes at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.

Visitation was from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. immediately before the service at the funeral home.