Deric O. Rhodaback, 27, of Sparta, died Saturday, July 12, 2008 at his home. He was born on May 7, 1981 to Dawn (Turnmire) and Dennis Rhodaback. He married Erin King on July 7, 2001. He lived his life in Sparta.

     Deric was employed as a roofer and a cook. He enjoyed playing pool, camping, fishing, and was very outgoing.

     Deric is survived by his wife, Erin; daughter, Chloe; step-son, Anthony; and unborn son. He is also survived by his mother, Dawn Sharp; step-father, Mike Sharp; sister, Dejai Rhodaback; brother, Talon Sharp; and aunts, uncles, and cousins.

     Deric was preceded in death by his father, Dennis; his grandparents; Harriet and Clarence Rhodaback and Jessie and Ora Turnmire; and two brothers, Zachery and Zane Sharp.

     Graveside services will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, Sparta. Family and friends are invited to call at Lanham-Miller Funeral Home, Sparta, on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until 1:45 p.m.

     The Lanham-Miller Funeral Home, Sparta, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.