DAVID RHODES David Thomas Rhodes, 68, of Blue Ridge died Wednesday, June 27, 2012, at his home. Mr. Rhodes was born December 24, 1943, in Alleghany County a son of the late Thomas and Beulah Vance Rhodes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a Son, Mika Clapton, in 1985. He was employed as an Instrument Technician with MeadWestvaco in Covington with over 30 years service with the company. He was a veteran with the U.S.AirForce and was a member of the Good News Fellowship Church. Surviving are his wife, Rachel Bangan Rhodes, of Blue Ridge; his son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Kellie Rhodes, of Goodview; two daughters and sons-in-law, Dawn and Ronald Powers of Blue Ridge and Debra and Jerry Smith of Covington; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. In accordance with his wishes, Mr. Rhodes' body has been cremated.