Rhodes Family

Pictured Left:  Betty & Joe Rhodes, gg-grandchildren of William Watson Rhoades 1949 in Neshoba County, Mississippi.

The best chronicle of the Neshoba County, MS Rhodes family was published in the 1930's in the Neshoba Democrat, Philadelphia, MS.

The Story of Neshoba by R. L. Breland, from The Neshoba Democrat,  July 6, 1934. (On file at the Philadelphia-Neshoba County Public Library). 
THE RHODES FAMILY
A little more than one hundred years ago a little boy was born in the state of Georgia. His name was Watson Rhodes. This boy grew to manhood and was married in his native state. The lady of his choice as a life partner was a Miss Lewis (given name not learned). About the year 1854 Watson Rhodes and his wife and three or more children came to Neshoba County, Mississippi, and settled on the east side of Kentawka Creek practically opposite where McDonald town now stands.  Four sons and four daughters were given to this union. The boys were Franklin Rhodes, Jefferson Rhodes, William Rhodes and Wiley Rhodes; the daughter were Tempie, Jane, Fronie and Matilda. All these lived to be grown and married, except Jefferson who was killed in the Civil War. Frank Rhodes married Mary Jane Stafford. Her father, Jesse Stafford, also came to Mississippi from Georgia and married a Miss Lewis, likely not related to the wife of Watson Rhodes.  The children of Frank and Mary Rhodes were Watson, Benjamin F., Murphy, Marcus, Ottie, Ora and Velma. Marcus and Ora died young.  Wiley Watkins married Malinda (Maiden name not given) and reared a large family of children James, Benjamin, Bettie, Alma, David, Judie and Pearl. William Rhodes married Delia Hammons and reared the following children: Andrew, Mollie, Lee, Evie, Oscar and Callie. Tempie married John Clearman. Their children were Emma, Amanda and Viola, three girls. Jane married John Coats. Their family consisted of Henry, Jake, Delia and Allie. Frone first married Lemuel Morris. After his death she married Jerry Harris. No children were given to either of these marriages. Matilda married Adrian Pade. There children were Bennett, Lizzie, Levada, Lafayette, Andrews, Mollie and Ora. She still lives near Kosciousko.  I have not much data as to the marriages of the children of these men and women, the sons and daughters of Watson Rhodes and wife, except those of Frank Rhodes. His children married as follows: Watson Married Emma Posey, their children were Ora, Marshall, Grady, Clarence and Odessa. Murphy Rhodes married Bertha Johnson and have had the following children: Cleo (dead), Bernice, Garvin and Beatrice. Ben F. Rhodes married Cora Breland; their children are: Hays, Cecil, Reed, Walter, Eliza Lee, Zula, and Selma. Ottie married Benjamin Johnson, their children are: Lora Matilda and Carl Rothell. Verner married Clay Bankston and they have the following children: Stafford, Eugene, Ruby, Kenneth and Joe Ann.  "Great oaks from little acorns grow" and we see what a multitude have come from the one family of Watson Rhodes who was born a few more than 100 years ago; and this does not give more than half of the offspring of this family. Of course, Watson Sr. and wife have been dead for years, and nearly all of their sons and daughters have followed them to that borne from which none ever return. His coming to Mississippi has meant much to the state.

William Watson Rhoads Court Records

Henry Co, GA Deed Books C/D, p. 144, Twiggs County, John Adams sold to William Rhodes, both of Twiggs County on October 14, 1823 for the sum of $300 in Henry County 202 1/2 acres of land, Lot #4, Dist. 2. Wit: Samuel Williams J. P., Francis Adams & Abraham Adams. Recorded November 15, 1824.

Marriage Index: Henry Co, GA 
Rodes, Wm W Spouse : Lewis, Elizabeth
Marriage date : Dec 5, 1839

Henry Co, GA Deed Book K, p. 255, February 3, 1842. Samuel Rhodes of Fayette County, for love and good will toward my grandson, William M. Griffin, son of David B. Griffin, gives: 5 head of cattle and calves and 1 work steer. Wit: William J. Stephens, William W. Rhodes. Recorded January 16, 1844. John Godwin, Clk.

Will Book A, p. 169, Henry Co, GA. Last Will & Testament dated 19 August 1849, proven 6 May 1850. Being of advanced age and knowing that I must shortly depart this life, give to my wife, Sarah, the lot of land whereon I now live, Lot #91. Balance of my estate to be divided between my four children: Manda Richardson, bed and bedclothes. To son-in-law William W. Rhoads, after the death of my wife, land lot #91. To son, George R. Lewis, residue of estate after death of my wife. George R. Lewis, executor. Wit: Daniel Grafton, Jeremiah J. Watkins, Andrew Walker.

 Generation No. 1

1. William Watson¹ Rhoades was born July 03, 1818 in Alabama, and died December 15, 1870 in Neshoba Co, MS. He married Elizabeth Lewis December 05, 1839 in Henry Co, GA, daughter of George Lewis and Sarah. She was born Abt. 1820 in Georgia.  William W. Rhoades is buried in Neshoba Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

1850 Henry Co, GA Census, p. 200, #192, 42nd District
1860 Neshoba Co, MS Census, p. 590 #390-397 Township 9 Range 11

Children of William W. Rhoades and Elizabeth Lewis are:

2 i. Thomas Jefferson² Rhodes, born Abt. 1841 in Georgia; died Bet. 1861 - 1865 in Civil War.

+ 3 ii. William James Rhodes, born Abt. 1843 in Georgia; died 1889 in Neshoba Co, MS.

+ 4 iii. Samuel Franklin Rhodes, born December 09, 1845 in Georgia; died June 04, 1927 in Neshoba Co, MS.

+ 5 iv. Temperance A. Rhodes, born Bet. 1848 - 1849 in Georgia.

+ 6 v. Wiley Watson Rhodes, born Abt. 1850 in Henry Co, GA; died June 03, 1910 in Neshoba Co, MS.

7 vi. Araun Saphronia Rhodes, born Bet. 1852 - 1853 in Georgia. She married (1) Lafayette Lemanuel Morris January 01, 1867 in Prob. Neshoba Co, MS; born January 28, 1848 in Mississippi; died December 22, 1908 in Neshoba Co, MS. She married (2) Jerry Harris Aft. 1908.

1860 - L. L. Morris was enumerated in the Neshoba Co, MS household of James Welsher
1870 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 3, #789-789
1880 Neshoba Co, MS Census, District 9 #24-31

+ 8 vii. Nancy Jane Rhodes, born Abt. 1855 in Mississippi.

+ 9 viii. Matilda Abagail Rhodes, born June 12, 1857 in Mississippi; died December 24, 1945.

 

Generation No. 2

3. William James² Rhodes (William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born Abt. 1843 in Georgia, and died 1889 in Neshoba Co, MS. He married Adelia D. Hammons, daughter of Jacob Hammons and Mary Clemmons. She was born March 12, 1845 in Mississippi, and died 1895 in Neshoba Co, MS.

1870 Neshoba Co, MS Census, #602-602
1880 Neshoba Co, MS Census, District 3, Page#5, Supv. District 2, ED57

Children of William James Rhodes and Adelia Hammons are:

10 i. Andrew Jefferson³ Rhodes, born Abt. 1868 in Mississippi. He married M. C. Jenkins 1889 in Neshoba Co, MS.

11 ii. Mary Rhodes, born Abt. 1871.

12 iii. John Rhodes, born Abt. 1874.

13 iv. Samuel Rhodes, born Abt. 1877.

14 v. Eva Leona Rhodes, born July 1881 in Mississippi.

15 vi. Oscar Rhodes.

16 vii. Callie Rhodes, born February 1883 in Mississippi.

 

4. Samuel Franklin² Rhodes (William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born December 09, 1845 in Georgia, and died June 04, 1927 in Neshoba Co, MS. He married Mary Jane Stafford Abt. 1875 in Neshoba Co, MS, daughter of Jessie Stafford and Eliza Lewis. She was born December 08, 1859 in Mississippi, and died July 30, 1937 in Mississippi.  They are buried in Neshoba Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

1880 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 4, #18-18
1900 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 4, #229-299
1910 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 4 #122-124
1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 1, Sierra Precinct, #108-112

Children of Samuel Franklin "Frank" Rhodes and Mary Jane Stafford are:

+ 17 i. Jesse Watson³ Rhodes, born September 21, 1876 in Mississippi; died February 08, 1930 in Neshoba Co, MS.

+ 18 ii. Benjamin Franklin Rhodes, born September 30, 1879 in Mississippi; died February 04, 1948 in Neshoba Co, MS.

19 iii. Marcus E. Rhodes, born December 12, 1881 in Neshoba Co, MS; died June 24, 1896 in Neshoba Co, MS.

+ 20 iv. Murphy Rhodes, born Abt. 1882 in Missisiippi.

+ 21 v. Ottie C. Rhodes, born September 06, 1889 in Mississippi; died December 20, 1977 in Mississippi.

22 vi. Ora V. Rhodes, born March 13, 1892 in Neshoba Co, MS; died January 07, 1898 in Neshoba Co, MS.

+ 23 vii. Vema V. Rhodes, born December 10, 1899 in Neshoba Co, MS; died October 09, 1975.

 

5. Temperance A.² Rhodes (William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born Bet. 1848 - 1849 in Georgia. She married John Clearman 1884 in Neshoba Co, MS.

1880 - Enumerated in the 1880 Neshoba Co, MS household of her sister Sophronia Morris

Children of Temperance Rhodes and John Clearman are:

24 i. Emma³ Clearman.

25 ii. Amanda Clearman.

26 iii. Viola Clearman.

 

6. Wiley Watson² Rhodes (William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born Abt. 1850 in Henry Co, GA, and died June 03, 1910 in Neshoba Co, MS. He married Ollie Melinda Rosser May 12, 1872 in Henry Co, GA, daughter of James Rosser and Hulda Davis. She was born November 14, 1846 in Henry Co, GA, and died June 11, 1933 in Neshoba Co, MS.  They are buried in Golden Grove Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

1880 Neshoba Co, MS Census, District #9, #26-33
1910 Neshoba Co, MS Census

1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Dixon & Waldo, Beat 4, #176-183

Children of Wiley Watson Rhodes and Ollie Malinda Rosser are:

+ 27 i. James Watson³ Rhodes, born February 22, 1873 in Prob. Henry Co, GA; died January 24, 1948 in Mississippi.

+ 28 ii. Benjamin Franklin Rhodes, born March 04, 1875 in Mississippi; died January 01, 1942.

29 iii. Elizabeth Rhodes, born Bet. 1879 - 1880.

+ 30 iv. Alma Rhodes, born Abt. 1887 in Mississipi; died March 17, 1914 in Neshoba Co, MS.

+ 31 v. Nora Judie Rhodes, born Abt. 1889 in Missisiippi.

+ 32 vi. Daniel Buran Rhodes, born October 15, 1891 in Mississippi; died 1962.

33 vii. Fannie Pearl Rhodes, born Abt. 1896 in Mississipi; died October 19, 1914 in Neshoba Co, MS.

 

8. Nancy Jane² Rhodes (William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born Abt. 1855 in Mississippi. She married John W. Coats.  He was born Abt. 1855 in Mississippi.

1880 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Dixon, p. 520C

Children of Nancy Rhodes and John Coats are:

34 i. James Henry³ Coats, born Abt. 1877.

35 ii. Jake Coats.

36 iii. Delia Coats.

37 iv. Allie Coats.

 

9. Matilda Abagail² Rhodes (William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born June 12, 1857 in Mississippi, and died December 24, 1945. She married Adrian Alonzo Pace January 16, 1879 in Neshoba Co, MS, son of Bennett Pace and Martha Davidson. He was born May 13, 1859 in Lauderdale Co, MS, and died February 21, 1913 in Williamsville, Attala Co, MS.  They are buried in Jerusalem Cemetery, Attalla Co, MS.

Children of Matilda A. Rhodes and Adrian Alonzo Pace are:

38 i. Bennett Watson³ Pace, born December 17, 1879 in Mississippi; died October 12, 1953 in Williamsville, Attala Co, MS. He married Mary Magdaline Barrett October 31, 1901.

39 ii. Lizzie Pace.

40 iii. Levada Pace.

41 iv. Adrian Lafayette Pace, born Abt. 1880.

42 v. Andrews Pace.

43 vi. Mollie Pace.

44 vii. Ora Pace.

45 viii. Fronya Pace, born July 26, 1891 in Mississippi; died December 03, 1908.

 

Generation No. 3

17. Jesse Watson³ Rhodes (Samuel Franklin², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born September 21, 1876 in Mississippi, and died February 08, 1930 in Neshoba Co, MS. He married Emma Julia Elizabeth Posey Abt. 1905 in Neshoba Co, MS, daughter of Martin Posey and Lucinda Webb. She was born January 26, 1881 in Mississippi, and died March 25, 1961 in Mississippi.  They are buried in Neshoba Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

1910 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 4, #119-121
1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 4, Dixon & Waldo, #1-1

World War I Draft Registration Card: Rhodes, Jessy Watson, RFD 1 Neshoba, 42, b 21 Sep 1876, Farmer, Nearest relative Emma Elizabeth Rhodes, Medium Height & Build, Brown Eyes, Black Hair

Children of Jesse Watson Rhodes and Emma E. Posey are:

46 i. Ora⁴ Rhodes, born October 07, 1905 in Mississippi; died November 19, 1992 in Meridian, Lauderdale Co, MS. She married John McCollum; died Bet. 1968 - 1969 in Pineville or Alexandria, LA, Veterans Hospital.  She is buried in Neshoba Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

47 ii. Marshall Benjamin Rhodes, born April 26, 1907 in Neshoba Co, MS; died February 01, 1989. He married Doris McBeath October 04, 1943 in McLauren, MS; born April 20, 1912 in Neshoba Co, MS; died April 22, 1992 in Union, Newton Co, MS.  They are buried in Neshoba Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

Pictured Left:  Wife and oldest child of Marshall B. Rhodes pictured in 1945.

48 iii. Grady W. Rhodes, born January 23, 1912 in Neshoba Co, MS; died July 01, 1968 in Singing River Hospital, Pascagoula, MS. He married Earline Eldridge, daughter of Nathan Eldridge & Sarah Elizabeth Smith; born November 10, 1915; died February 16, 2000 in Moss Point, MS.  They are buried in Golden Grove Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

49 iv. Clarence Rhodes, born Abt. 1914; died Bet. 1980 - 1985 in Laurel, MS. He married Devira McCraw.

50 v. Odessa Rhodes, born May 26, 1919 in Neshoba Co, MS; died May 23, 1994 in Pensacola, Escambia Co, FL. She married Horace F. Smith; born April 03, 1920; died December 19, 1999 in Pensacola, Escambia Co, FL.  They are buried in Pensacola Memorial Gardens, Pensacola, FL.

 

18. Benjamin Franklin³ Rhodes (Samuel Franklin², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born September 30, 1879 in Mississippi, and died February 04, 1948 in Neshoba Co, MS. He married Cola Rebecca Breland January 27, 1918 in Neshoba Co, MS, daughter of Rev. Francis Marion Breland and Penelope Perry Kirkland. She was born August 22, 1892 in Mississippi, and died September 06, 1945 in Neshoba Co, MS.

1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 1, Sierra Precinct, #104-108

World War I Draft Registration Card: Rhodes, Bengiman Franklin, 38, RFD 5 Philadelphia, 30 Sep 1879, Farmer, Nearest relative Cola Rhodes, Medium Height & Build, Blue Eyes, Dark Hair

Neshoba Baptist Church Records
Sister Mrs. Ben Rhodes
Whereas on Sep 6, 1945, it pleased our Heavenly Father to call the spirit of Mrs. Ben RHODES from this world, her family and loved ones, Mrs. RHODES joined the church early in life and remained a regular and consistent member until bad health kept her on the bed of affliction for several years. Her cheerful smile and kindness presented a charm to all who knew her. We appreciate her many Sterling qualities as a wife, mother, and friend. In her unselfish manner she was always ready and willing to help others. Therefore, we desire to renew our sympathy to her family and loved ones in their hours of sorrow and pray God's richest Blessing upon them. Be it resolved by the Neshoba Baptist Church that a copy of these resolutions be placed upon the church minutes, a copy sent to Baptist Record and sent to the family. Mrs. Ruth WILSON, Mrs. Ethie McNAIR, Miss Marge D. VIVERETTE. 

Children of Benjamin Franklin Rhodes and Cola Breland are:

51 i. Hays Norman⁴ Rhodes, born January 27, 1919.

52 ii. Cecil Breland Rhodes, born September 06, 1920. He married Olivia Chaney May 01, 1949; born June 14, 1924.

53 iii. Benjamin Reed Rhodes, born August 17, 1922.

54 iv. Walter Franklin "Mutt" Rhodes, born August 02, 1924 in Neshoba Co, MS; died September 02, 1944 in France - World War II.

Neshoba Baptist Church Records
Bro. Walter "Mutt" Rhodes
Some where in France at some hour on September 2, 1944, Walter "Mutt" RHODES was called from his earthly line of battle to his heavenly reward. Mutt was killed in action. "A greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his country." Mutt was 20 years old August 1st 1944. He joined the Neshoba Baptist Church in early childhood. He was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Ben RHODES. Mutt was always willing and ready to help others. Much credit should be given him for giving his life for his country. We shall miss his presence in our church and community. Be it resolved, First, That his memory shall be an incentive to us to carry on a greater work for our country and our Master, whom he loved so well. Second, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to his family with the assurance of our deepest sympathy, and may we commend them to him who can best comfort in their hours of sorrow. Third, That a copy be placed on our church record and Baptist Record and a copy sent to the family. Sisters, Mrs. Ruth WILSON, Mrs. Ethie McNAIR, Miss Margie D. VIVERETTE.

55 v. Eliza Lee Rhodes, born October 03, 1926. She married Harry Otway Pendergrass.

56 vi. Zula Jean Rhodes, born July 27, 1928.

57 vii. Selma Christine Rhodes, born November 24, 1930.

 

20. Murphy³ Rhodes (Samuel Franklin², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born Abt. 1882 in Mississippi. He married Bertha Johnson. She was born Abt. 1888 in Missisiippi.

1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 1, Sierra Precinct, #50-53

Children of Murphy Rhodes and Bertha Johnson are:

58 i. Cleo⁴ Rhodes.

59 ii. Bernice Rhodes, born Abt. 1914.

60 iii. Garvis Rhodes, born Abt. 1916.

61 iv. Beatris Rhodes, born Abt. 1918.

 

21. Ottie C.³ Rhodes (Samuel Franklin², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born September 06, 1889 in Mississippi, and died December 20, 1977 in Mississippi. She married William Benjamin Johnson Abt. 1908, son of Cornelius Johnson and Matilda Tullos. He was born July 12, 1881 in Mississippi, and died February 13, 1932 in Mississippi.

1910 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 4, #120-122
1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 1, Sierra Precinct, #104-113

Children of Ottie Rhodes and William Johnson are:

62 i. Lora M.⁴ Johnson, born Abt. 1910.

63 ii. Carl Rothell Johnson, born Abt. 1913.

64 iii. Matilda Johnson.

 

23. Vema V.³ Rhodes (Samuel Franklin², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born December 10, 1899 in Neshoba Co, MS, and died October 09, 1975. She married William Clay Bankston. He was born January 03, 1902, and died August 10, 1988.  They are buried in County Line Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

Children of Vema Rhodes and William Bankston are:

65 i. Jean⁴ Bankston. She married Unknown Hamill.

66 ii. Stafford Bankston.

67 iii. Ruby Bankston.

68 iv. Kenneth Bankston.

69 v. Joe Ann Bankston.

 

27. James Watson³ Rhodes (Wiley Watson², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born February 22, 1873 in Prob. Henry Co, GA, and died January 24, 1948 in Mississippi. He married Eva J. Barrett Abt. 1897. She was born August 08, 1875 in Mississippi, and died March 27, 1949 in Mississippi.  They are buried in Linwood Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

1900 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 5, # 296-305
1910 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 1, #132-135
1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 1, Sierra Precinct, #57-60

World War I Draft Registration Card: Rhodes, James Watson, 45, RFD 1 Neshoba, b 22 Feb 1873, Farmer, Nearest relative Evie Rhodes, Tall, Slender, Blue Eyes, Light Hair

Children of James Watson Rhodes and Eva Barrett are:

70 i. Cora L.⁴ Rhodes, born June 1899.

71 ii. Mary Rhodes, born Abt. 1902.

72 iii. Alfius Rhodes, born Abt. 1905.

73 iv. Andrew C. Rhodes, born January 27, 1907 in Neshoba Co, MS; died March 22, 1987 in Mississippi.

74 v. Vernie C. Rhodes, born Abt. 1910.

75 vi. Woodrow U. Rhodes, born Abt. 1915.

 

28. Benjamin Franklin³ Rhodes (Wiley Watson², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born March 04, 1875 in Mississippi, and died January 01, 1942. He married Sarah Maggie Abt. 1896. She was born July 10, 1880 in Mississippi, and died August 16, 1917 in Prob. Neshoba Co, MS.  They are buried in Linwood Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

1900 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 4 #181-186
1910 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Beat 4 #121-123
1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Dixon & Waldo, #110-116

World War I Draft Registration Card: Rhodes, Benjamin Franklin, 43, RFD 1 Neshoba, b 4 Mar 1875, Farmer, Nearest relative Odu Rhodes child, Tall, Stout, Blue Eyes, Black Hair

Children of Benjamin Franklin Rhodes and Sarah Maggie are:

76 i. Nelson⁴ Rhodes, born December 1897.

77 ii. Lester Marvin Rhodes, born March 04, 1900 in Mississippi; died May 10, 1959. He married Iona Walton February 10, 1920 in Neshoba Co, MS; born October 23, 1902 in Neshoba Co, MS; died January 09, 1990.  They are buried in Linwood Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

World War I Draft Registration Card: Rhodes, Lester Marvin, 19, RFD 1 Neshoba, b 4 Mar 1899, Farmer employed by B. F. Rhodes father, Tall, Medium build, Light Blue eyes, Dark Brown Hair

78 iii. Ida C. Rhodes, born Abt. 1903.

79 iv. William Melton Rhodes, born Abt. 1906.

80 v. Lonnie L. Rhodes, born Abt. 1909.

81 vi. Katie Mae Rhodes, born September 13, 1912 in Neshoba Co, MS; died August 15, 1917 in Neshoba Co, MS.

82 vii. Ethel M. Rhodes, born September 27, 1915 in Neshoba Co, MS; died July 10, 1916 in Neshoba Co, MS.

 

30. Alma³ Rhodes (Wiley Watson², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born Abt. 1887 in Mississipi, and died March 17, 1914 in Neshoba Co, MS. She married Unknown May.

Child of Alma Rhodes and Unknown May is:

83 i. Edna S.⁴ May, born Abt. 1907 in Missisiippi.

 

31. Nora Judie³ Rhodes (Wiley Watson², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born Abt. 1889 in Missisiippi. She married Unknown Johnson. He died Bef. 1920.

1920 - Enumerated in the Neshoba Co, MS household of her mother Ollie M. Rhodes

Child of Nora Rhodes and Unknown Johnson is:

84 i. A. V.⁴ Johnson, born Abt. 1912.

 

32. Daniel Buran³ Rhodes (Wiley Watson², William Watson¹ Rhoades) was born October 15, 1891 in Mississippi, and died 1962. He married (1) Fannie Rice October 13, 1912 in Neshoba Co, MS. She died Bef. 1918. He married (2) Myrtle R. Smith Aft. 1914 in Neshoba Co, MS. She was born 1895 in Missisiippi, and died 1989.  Daniel & Myrtle are buried in Linwood Cemetery, Neshoba Co, MS.

1920 Neshoba Co, MS Census, Dixon & Waldo, Beat 4, #181-188

World War I Draft Registration Card: Rhodes, Daniel Buran, 26, McDonald, b 15 Oct 1891 in Hope, Laborer in Saw Mill of F. E. McKee, Single, Relatives (Mother & Child) dependant on me, Medium Height & Build, Light Eyes, Dark Brown Hair, Precinct McDonald

Child of Daniel B. Rhodes and Fannie Rice is:

85 i. Ollie⁴ Rhodes, born Abt. 1914. She married Unknown Herrington.

Children of Daniel B. Rhodes and Myrtle Smith are:

86 i. Roy Ethel⁴ Rhodes, born July 18, 1918 in Mississippi; died March 17, 1990.

87 ii. Johnny Earl Rhodes, born April 11, 1921 in Mississippi; died June 01, 1971.

88 iii. Alvin Rhodes.

89 iv. Unknown Rhodes.

90 v. Frances Rhodes. She married Ernest Eldridge.