A resident of Roseland, LA, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at her daughter's home surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was born January 19, 1946 in Tupelo, MS and was 78 years of age. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Willie Rhodus, Sr.; 1 daughter, Melinda Stewart (Zack); 2 sons, Michael Carter and Willie Rhodus, Jr. (Renee); grandchildren, Victoria Herrington (Chris), Timmy Dale Stewart, Jr. (Selena), Zack Stewart, Jr. (Karagan), Courtney Stewart (Ryan), Christa Stewart, Brandy Granger,  Desiree Granger, Angel Cox, Holley Rhodus, Madilynn Stewart, Kadin Stewart, Ella Stewart, and Brent Carter; numerous great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, Kirk and Edith McKee; daughters, Shelia, Susan, and Melissa; brothers, JW, Larry Dale, Gary Clay, Marvin, and Jo Bo; sisters, Janie and Ann; grandchildren, Wesley Stevens, Dawn Granger, and Wesley Carter; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Carter. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Friday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Services conducted by Bro. Jeff Mizell. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.