Richard Alexander Rodie, age 88, passed away at Cedar Village Care Center, Ness City on April 21, 2016.

He was born on February 23, 1928, the son of Alex and Clara (Scherman) Rodie.

He enjoyed farming and helping with the Future Farmers of America organization.

On November 30, 1949, he married Virginia Lee Perkins. She preceded him in death on August 14, 2014.

He is survived by special niece, Sue (Carroll) Bennett, Larned; sister-in-law, Ann Rodie; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, and several other nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; step son, Stephen Rathbun; and brothers, Vernon Sr., Wayne, Robert, and Alexander “Junior”.

Cremation has taken place.

Friends may sign the book at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 27, 9 A.M. – 9 P.M.

Graveside service for Rich and Virginia Rodie will be Thursday, April 28, 11:00 A.M. at Otis Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Ness City Future Farmers of America, or Ness City Lutheran Church.