CHARLSIE RHODES, age 81, of Xenia, OH, went home to be with her Lord September 22, 2012. She was born July 24, 1931 in Kyles Ford, TN, the daughter of Ernest & Bessie Willis Wallen.

She was preceded in death by her parents; 3 brothers, Ernest Wallen, Jr., Rogan Wallen and Clifford Wallen and 1 sister, Nancy Johnson.

She is survived by her children, Terry VanHoose, Susie Pitzer and Mark VanHoose; 3 sisters, Barb Johnson, Yvonne Wallen and Wilma Yount; 2 brothers; Sonnie and Edsol Wallen; 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Charlsie was a faithful member of Clear Springs Church. She was very loved by her family. What peace, peace, wonderful peace I have to know I will see her again!

-Written by her daughter, Susie Pitzer