Federico "Fred" Rhodes

Warren – Federico “Fred” Rhodes, 60, passed away Monday, June 11, 2018 at his residence of massive coronary embolism.

            He was born January 17, 1958, in Warren, Ohio, the son of James and Philomina “Phyllis” Rhodes.

            He was a 1976 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School and attended Youngstown State University. For the last forty years he has worked for Control Transformer Inc. in Cortland as a shear man. He belonged to the Mecca Moose. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and was artistically gifted especially wood crafts. Fred was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan.

            He is survived by his mother Philomina “Phyllis” Rhodes, his three children Jason (Francesca) Rhodes of Warren, Eric (Lexi) Rhodes of Warren, and Kyle (Nicole) Rhodes of Columbus, six grandchildren Willow, Antonio, Giada, Lila, Carmela and Vincent, and his companion of eight years Danette Werner.

            He is preceded in death by his father.

            Family and friends may call Saturday, June 16, 2018 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel 1884 North Rd. NE, Warren, Ohio 44483.           A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, at 11:30 a.m. at            St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish (St. James Church) with Rev. Craig A. McHenry officiating.      

            In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Fred’s name to Children’s Rehabilitation Center 885 Howland Wilson Rd. Warren, Ohio 44484 or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish 2532 Burton St. SE, Warren, Ohio 44484.

            Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary, sign the guest book and send condolences to the Rhodes family.

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