Billy Don Rhodes age 75 of Florence, passed away Monday May 9, 2011. Memorial Services will be at 2pm, Wednesday May 11, 2011 at Elkins Funeral Home of Florence in the Chapel with Jim Holland officiating. Billy was survived by his wife of 54 years, Sandra Dison Rhodes, one son, Terry Rhodes; two daughters, Beth Clanton and Melanie Hawk and husband Randy; one sister, Janice Wallace; one brother in law David Dison and wife Eira; three grandchildren, Andy Clanton and wife Brittney, Brittany Hawk and Caitlin Hawk; several nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Frank. He was preceded by his parents Jesse and Sovelia Rhodes and two sisters Jean Mitchell and Ann White. Mr. Rhodes was the former co owner of Billy''s market of Sheffield. He was a farmer in Lauderdale County for many years, owner of Oakland Farm Meats and Chazz package stores. His hobbies included gardening, fishing and Alabama football. He leaves behind a very special group of friends. Randy Hawk, Johnny Miles, Charlie Peters, Johnny Risner, Roy Thompson, Sonny Summerhill, Jeff Martin, Jim and Kenny Townsend. Special thanks to the 6th floor nurses at ECM, Dr Mitchell, Dr Morris, and Dr Webb. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation or your favorite charity.