William "B.R." Rhodes, age 77, of Iva, SC, formerly of Belton, SC, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Rainey Hospice House.

Born April 5, 1947, in Anderson County, SC, he was a son of the late Wade L. Rhodes, Sr. and Betty Kay Rhodes. He was also preceded in death by his two brothers, Robert David Rhodes and Wade L. "Dusty" Rhodes, Jr.

B.R. was employed with Michelin for 35 years before retiring and was a member of First Baptist Church of Iva. Some of his hobbies included hunting, fishing, cooking, and Clemson sports. Most of all, B.R. loved his family and was a proud husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.

He is survived by his loving wife, Edwina Blackwell Rhodes; son, Rusty Rhodes (Cristy) of Anderson; daughter, Beth Trotter (Shane) of Starr; grandson reared in the home, Tanner Rhodes (Carly) of Iva; son, Andy Rhodes; grandchildren, Chandler Saylors of Anderson, Brittan Brewer (Josh) of Starr, Brandon Young of Anderson, Hayden Saylors of Charleston, Sarah Reese Rhodes of Anderson, Barri-Ashlyn Trotter of Starr, Bryleigh Trotter of Starr, and Ryan I. Rhodes of Anderson; and great grandchildren, Cori Grace, Brenton, and Sara-Katherine.

The family will receive friends on Monday, February 17, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 pm at First Baptist Church of Iva. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church of Iva with Rev. Jerry Gray and Rev. Mike McMinn officiating. Burial will follow at Old Silver Brook Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Iva Building Fund, P.O. Box 475, Iva, SC 29655.

The family will be at the home of Tanner and Carly Rhodes.

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