Obituary of Donnelly Rhodes

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Donnelly Rhodes

Donnelly Rhodes Henry (born December 4, 1937 in Winnipeg, Canada) was a TV actor and film actor who was best known for his role as the grandfather and escaped convict Dutch Leitner on the soap opera, “Soap.” Donnelly died on January 8, 2018 and his death was because of cancer. He died at age 80.

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Donnelly Rhodes Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Rhodes, Donnelly
    • Common Name: Donnelly Rhodes
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
    • Birth Date: December 04, 1937
    • Age: 80 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: Canadian
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Navy
    • Favorite Scent: Yves Saint Laurent
    • Favorite Actor: Lauren Bacall

    Donnelly's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Donnelly Rhodes Henry
    • Father:
    • Mother: Ann Henry
    • Brother(s):
      • Tim Henry (August 3, 1944)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Martha Buhs (married 1962-divorced 1965)
      • Virginia Haxall Harrison (married 1966-divorced 1970)
      • Maggie Thrett (married 1975-divorced September 1977)
      • Diane Dewey (married 11 November 1978-divorced?)
      • Sarah Wilson (married 2011-2018, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Westerley Henry
    • Daughter(s):
      • Seana Henry

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 08 2018 at age 80
  • Place: Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada
  • Cause of Death: Cancer

Category Tags:

TV ActorFilm Actor Canadian Born on December 4th Born in 1937 Born in Manitoba Died in 2018 Died at age 80 Died from Cancer

Donnelly's Notable Roles:

  • Soap

Quotable Quotes:

""I've always been kind of a hidden actor. Not that I'd turn down the high profile of a mega-bucks hit, but I think it's much healthier to be a chameleon." (Vancouver Magazine, March, 1988)" (IMDB)

"Donnelly Rhodes was a respected and accomplished actor who left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry, creating memorable roles and bringing joy to audiences with his talent and charm. (V)"

"Donnelly Rhodes had a successful and prolific professional life as an actor, starring in numerous films and television shows, including a memorable role as Doctor Cottle on the sci-fi series "Battlestar Galactica." He passed away at the age of 80 after a long and illustrious career. (V)"

Is Mr. Donnelly Rhodes still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-11-12 16:43:07
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