He devoted his life to the Columbia Community and School District in his roles as a teacher, coach and administrator.

A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. from the Columbia United Methodist Church, 510 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA 17512.

The visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service at the church.

James McKinley Rhoads, devoted husband, father, and Pappy, met His Savior face to face on August 15, 2024. Jim was born on March 22, 1963 to John and Jeanette (Leib) Rhoads in Tonawanda, NY.  It was there he developed his undying love and passion for the Buffalo Bills. He shaped this zeal with his dad, brother, John (deceased), and sister, Mary Jo who survives.

Jim attended Grove City College where he met the love of his life, Roberta “Bert” Scheer whom he married on June 7, 1986. He graduated with a degree in Biology and Secondary Education. He devoted his life to the Columbia Community and School District in his roles as a teacher, coach and administrator. Most important, to Jim was leaving a legacy of faith for all those who knew him. His favorite activities included cheering on his Buffalo Bills with his family, hiking, and bike riding with his wife, and loving on his grandchildren. He had a heart for helping his family and neighbors using his eye for detail and precision to do many home projects. 

Jim leaves behind his wife, a daughter, Danielle (Ty) Coleman and sons, Bobby (Brooke) and Josh (Josi). He was Pappy to Ali, Eli, Izzy and Julianna Coleman and Jack and Norah Rhoads. Jim will also be missed by his dog, Tucker. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and brother.

A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. from the Columbia United Methodist Church, 510 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA 17512 with Pastor Lee Manuel, officiating. The visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service at the church. A private luncheon will be held following the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the James Rhoads Scholarship Fund at:

https://tinyurl.com/JMRScholar

Arrangement by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia/Landisville, www.clydekraft.com

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