Alex Jeffrey "Jeff" Rhodes, age 59, of Lumberton, NC died on Sunday, March 19, 2017 at Southeastern Regional Medical Center in Lumberton.  He was born in Robeson County, NC on September 21, 1957 to the late Alex Newlan and Bonnie Inman Rhodes.  He was a member of Lumberton Rescue & EMS for forty years, having served in the past as captain and commander.

Mr. Rhodes is survived by his wife, Shirrel Rhodes of the home; a daughter, Akiko Kay Walters (Matt) of St. Pauls; two grandchildren, Hannah Walters and Dustin McNeill; and one great-grandchild.

A time of visitation with the family will be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 from 7:00-9:00 PM at Floyd Mortuary & Crematory, Inc. 809 East 5th Street.

The funeral will be held on Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at 3:00 PM at Lumberton Rescue & EMS with Rev. David Hawes officiating.  Burial will follow in Gardens of Faith Cemetery in Lumberton.