Denton County says a Chief Deputy Constable who was battling coronavirus has passed away.
The county says Precinct 2 Chief Deputy Constable M. Wayne Rhodes passed away Tuesday from a COVID-19-related illness.
Rhodes had been with the department since 1995, he was 66-years-old. He leaves behind a wife, 6 kids and 16 grandchildren.
His family says Chief Rhodes was proud to be the longest serving chief deputy in Denton County.
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Denton County Judge Andy Eads says "Chief Rhodes was known for his commitment to excellence.
His favorite personal message was: 'Strive to be the best you can be in everything you do in life.' And, he did."