Royal Dock-Parker Rhodes (Tulia)

Royal Dock-Parker Rhodes passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. Services will be held at later date. 

Royal came into this world on December 4, 2025 in Amarillo to William Benard Landry, Jr. and Adranette Kaye Rhodes. From his very first moments, he showed incredible strength and resilience, bravely fighting for his life from the day he was born. Those who knew him remember a beautiful, smiling, and lovable baby whose warmth touched everyone around him. As one half of a cherished set of twins, affectionately known as "Chocolate Drop," Royal's presence was a source of joy and love.

He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Martha Green, his grandfather, Dock Parker.

He is survived by his parents, William Benard Landry, Jr. and Adranette Kay Rhodes; his brothers and sisters, Makenna Rhodes, Leroy Dick, Jr., September Rhodes, K’aunte Hopkins and his twin brother, Loyal Robert-Wayne Rhodes.