Samuel Dakota Rhoads

Samuel Dakota Rhoads of Fayetteville, Arkansas was born June 27, 1987, in Eureka Springs, to B.F. and Lori (Birchfield) Rhoads, Jr. Samuel passed away October 2, 2026, in Fayetteville at the age of 39. Samuel was the fourth great-grandson of Wilson A. Beaver, founder of Beaver, Arkansas.

Samuel was a lifelong creator with a mind that continuously built worlds both real and imagined. He was an avid reader who cherished stories of courage, adventure, and wonder. Whether writing, drawing, or constructing intricate LEGO structures, Samuel brought his unique creativity to life.

Samuel was valedictorian of Shirley High School, Class of 2005, a graduate of University of Central Arkansas, and a member of Kingdom Culture church. As a member of Chi Alpha, he spent three summers in Lesotho, South Africa, assisting orphans affected by AIDS, and while there, he went on a shark dive where Shark Week is filmed. His curiosity, creativity, and gentle spirit left a meaningful legacy for all who knew and loved him. He truly was Samwise, the Brave.

Cheryle Ashworth (Rick), Kimberly Birchfield, Stephanie Rains, Kris Burks; uncles David Rhoads (Victoria), Paul Rhoads, Kenneth Rhoads (Ilsa), and several cousins and friends.

Samuel is preceded in death by his grandmothers Nina Birchfield and Joyce Rhoads, grandfather B. F. Rhoads, Sr., and cousin Linsey Calin Williams.