Reverend A.C. Rhymes

Reverend A.C. Rhymes, 93, was born on June 8,1931 to Cuen and Eva (Chandler) Rhymes in Titus County of MT. Pleasant, Texas. He departed from his earthly home for his Heavenly home on Monday, May 19, 2025 Rev. Rhymes was a faithful Christian servant. He really loved God and people. Rev. Rhymes took a special interest in working with young people and teaching them to live by the basic rules of the Bible. He was a good listener and tried to make everyone feel loved and respected. After he retired from teaching and counseling in School District 150 in Peoria, Illinois, he volunteered for over 20+ years to be with the Manual High School with students at least once a week to encourage them and their family. He also worked with Peoria Area Youth for Christ in encouraging students to go to youth for Christ summer camp a few years. Rev. Rhymes was a member of Rising Sun Christian Missionary Church for many years. He was instrumental in helping them to build a new facility that included classrooms for their school. Rev. Rhymes graduated from Moody Bible School in Chicago where he studied Missionary work. He also graduated from Prairie View A&M College in Prairie, Texas, receiving his Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. He graduated from Illinois State University, Normal, IL with a Master's degree in counseling. Rev. Rhymes first teaching job was to Navajo children on the Navajo Reservation near Cuba and New Mexico. In 1955 Rev. Rhymes attended the World Baptist Alliance in London, England while serving in the U.S.A. Military in Hanau, Germany. Rev. Rhymes' life motto was "Only one Life, and it will soon pass and only what is done for Christ will last”. Two of his famous Bible verses are Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your path". Rev. Rhymes leaves to cherish his precious memories: One adopted son, Theodore (Teawana) D. Johnson; one sister: Zenobia Russell; one brother: Bobby Jack (Marvella) Rhymes; four grandchildren: Dniko Johnson, Jamal Johnson, Tyjuan Brown, and Latoya Hightower; five great -grandchildren: Avaia Johnson, Kensley Ellis, Kendal Patterson, Keon Patterson, and Kaiden Hightower; several goddaughters; Elishira Roddy (Nene), Vernise Marshall, Paula Rhymes, Shalonda Bradley, Mary Cartledge Moore, Ophelia Lomack; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and brothers and sisters in Christ. Rev. Rhymes was preceded in death by both of his parents and all his grandparents; six brothers: Raphel Rhymes, Castel Rhymes, Loyd D, Rhymes, Clayton Rhymes, Army Rhymes, J.T. (John Thomas) Rhymes; five sisters: Willie Lee, Miller Qualls, Reola Hardge, Madie Johnson, Rosie Lee Johnson. Oh, what a day when we all meet with Jesus in heaven never to depart again from his joy and peace. Amen A Celebration of Rev. Rhymes Life will be held on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Rising Sun Chistian Church at 11:00 a.m. with visitation commencing one hour prior at the 10:00 a.m. Pastor John Gibson & First Lady Gigi Gibson will host and present the eulogy. Rev. Rhymes memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Rev. A.C. Rhymes will be laid to rest in Parkview Cemetery. Arrangements were made especially for the “Rhymes” family and professionally directed by T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel. Live streaming can be viewed by clicking the link for TW Parks Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/twparkscolonialchapel. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of “Rev. A.C. Rhymes” please visit our Sympathy Store.

Reverend A.C. Rhymes

June 8, 1931 - May 19, 2025