Lawrence ‘Larry’ W. Rhodes, 86, of Lewistown, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Greenwood Village.

Born February 25, 1940, in Lewistown, he was the son of the late Lawrence A. and Grace E. (Lingle) Rhodes.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald Rhodes, Ronald Rhodes, and a sister, Brenda Royer.

He is survived by his  devoted wife, Stella (Tassa) Rhodes, whom he married January 6, 1973; children, Pauline Hockenberry, of Lewistown, Todd Rhodes and wife, Gina, of Washington State, Donald Rhodes and wife, Jayne, of Virginia, Alesia Rhodes, of Lewistown, Wendy Westley and husband, Ken, of Delaware, William Fike and wife, Rebecca, of Lewistown, Lawri Boyer, of Florida; grandchildren, Will Fike and wife Jenna, Ryan Fike, Samantha Fike, Denny Rhodes, Christopher Rhodes, Ian Rhodes, Cael Boyer, Logan Fike, and Lisa Hackendorn; and 13 great-grandchildren.

He was a graduate of Burnham High School.

Larry dedicated 65 years to his business; he proudly owned and operated Rhodes Welding, a business built on his skill, dedication, and work ethic.

He loved spending time outdoors and found joy in touring on his motorcycle and Suzuki Trike.

Services are private and held at the convenience of the family,

Arrangements are under the care of Hoenstine Funeral Home, 75 Logan St., Lewistown.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at hellerhoenstinefuneralhome.com