Mary Joyce Rhodes

Mary Rhodes, 92, of Eufaula, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital of Muskogee. Born on August 20, 1932, in Hubbard, Texas, she was the loving daughter of Tom Marvin and Mary Francis (Duncan) Campbell. After completing her education at Capitol Hill High School in Oklahoma City, Mary embarked on a fulfilling life journey.

In 1950, she married Ralph E. Wagner at Tinker Air Force Base, cherishing over twenty years of marriage. In 1973, she found love again with Neal Rhodes in Florida, and the couple enjoyed more than fifty wonderful years together until his passing on February 5, 2022.

Mary had a remarkable talent as a wood trim carpenter, a profession that highlighted her creativity and dedication. She will be fondly remembered by her family, which includes her daughters Merry Kay Drake, Janice E. Wagner, Sherry Ann LaFoon and husband George, Dawn D. Boldman, Betty (Bunny) D. Olivier and husband Paul, and Halie C. Pendergraft and husband Brent. She is also survived by her sons Dale E. Wagner and wife Cheryl, John B. Wagner and wife Patty, Neal C. Rhodes Jr. and wife Velma, and William (Bill) Rhodes, in addition to her brother John M. Campbell of Tucson, Arizona, along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Mary is preceded in death by her beloved husband Neal, parents, Tom and Mary Campbell, her son Richard P. Wagner, her daughter Karen M. Rauner, her brother Thomas Campbell, and her sister Joan.

Mary Rhodes leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of her family and friends.