Enos William Rhodd, "Shaundt Honga Ská" (Big White Wolf). August 23, 1978 - May 5, 2026. Following the traditional Noon Feast, a Funeral Ceremony will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, May 8, 2026, at the Ponca Tribe Cultural Center, with burial immediately following at the Ponca Tribal Cemetery. His brother-in-law, Brenton Carney Sr., will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home & Crematory, 505 W. Grand Ave, Ponca City, OK, 74601.
Enos Rhodd, a lifelong resident of Ponca City and a proud descendant of Obie Yellowbull, Chief Standing Buffalo, and Chief Bold Warrior, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Oklahoma City, to Henry Rhodd Sr. and Wilma BoldWarrior, Enos lived a life defined by service, heritage, and a joyful spirit.
Enos began his educational journey at Oklahoma State University, where he pursued his fascination with the stars through the study of Astronomy. His career path was marked by a commitment to helping others; he earned his certification as a Water Operator in New Mexico and served his country under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) during the critical aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Locally, he was a dedicated member of the Ponca Tribe, serving as a dispatcher for the White Eagle Police Department.
Known for his infectious laugh and playful teasing, Enos was a "happy person" who found joy in the simple things. He was a passionate fan of the Chicago Bulls, the LA Lakers, and his beloved New York Jets. An avid gamer, he spent many happy hours on his PlayStation 5 and was a lifelong, "huge" fan of Star Wars and Star Trek. He was an avid reader and loved the Anne Rice series.
Enos is survived by a large and loving family, including: his brothers, Sylvester Rhodd Sr. and Henry Rhodd Jr.; his sisters, Violet Rhodd, Anita Rhodd, Nellie Rhodd, and Henryetta Rhodd; his grandmother, Estelline Warrior; aunts, Anita Warrior, Manuella Warrior, Charlotte Warrior, and Sharon Dawson; and Uncle Gene Zaitshik. He also leaves behind a host of nieces and nephews who will dearly miss him. Nieces and Nephews are: Ashley Trent, Judith Cook, Julianna Cook, Sam Cook, Talina Leclair, Cordene Leclair, Wilma Leclair, Jeffery Leclair Jr., Phillip BoldWarrior, Daisy BoldWarrior, Connie BoldWarrior, Josiah Rhodd, Treyton Payne, Kaydence Kemble, Eric Rhodd, Sylvester Rhodd Jr., Nya Rhodd, and Nellie Rhodd.
He was preceded in death by: his paternal grandparents, Iva and Lemuel Rhodd Sr.; maternal grandparents, Sylvester BoldWarrior and Violet Whitestar BoldWarrior; sisters, Daisy Reamy, Carleda Rhodd, and Sharon Rhodd; brothers, David Eagle Jr. and Robert James; and nephew, Chris Trent.
Pallbearers will be Henry Rhodd Jr., Sylvester Rhodd Sr., Florenz Warrior, Tahlee Redcorn, Ira Primeaux, Corey Simpson, and Kevin Kemble Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Deforrest Pappan, Russell Rhodd Sr., Douglas Rhodd Jr., Marc Eagle, Bobby Rhodd Sr., Eagle Rhodd, Laurance Johnson (Bebo), Dustin Palmer, Carl Delodge Sr., Carlton Carney, Nickolas Rhodd Sr., and Paris Roy Sr.