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Rodney Kitchen Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Rodney Victor Kitchen, 50, went to rest comfortably on Thursday March 31, 2016. Rodney, a lifelong resident of Newport News, was the son of Judy K. Ward and Wayne L. Kitchen. He graduated from Menchville High School, Class of 83, and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Saint Leo University. Survivors include his brother, Robert W. Kitchen (Lisa), his sister Shari L. Rucker (Rick) both of Newport News, and his niece Marinda Kitchen of Univ. of N. Florida. Rodney is to be memorialized at a later date. Cremation Society of VA is assisting the family.

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Published by Daily Press on Apr. 3, 2016.

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Cynthia Kane

April 16, 2017

Rodney and I dated for a while several years ago and then we remained friends for many years. Later, life took us in different directions and time just flew bye. I often wondered how he was doing. I just found out this morning of his passing and it saddened me. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family. I have many fond memories of him. He cooked me my very first grilled pork tenderloin. It was delicious! We had many nice long chats and what
I remember most about him is that he could
always find a way to cheer me up. I also remember meeting his neice Mirinda when she was a baby. Rodney was such a proud uncle. I didn't see Mirinda again until she was about three or four. Time sure flies by fast. Anyway, I was very blessed to have known Rodney. Rest in peace my dear friend. Thank you for the good memories and friendship. I'm sorry I did't keep in touch. I should have let you know how my life turned out. You and your family are in my prayers. Big hugs to you all!!

Bessie Costanza

April 14, 2016

Rodney was very near and dear to my heart. We were very close many years ago but I have thought of him often. May The Lord kept you and comfort all of those who knew you. God bless your soul my friend.

Mary White

April 13, 2016

Will always remember your smiling face.
Love you, Mary Frances

April 6, 2016

Worked with Rodney in inside sales @ Ferguson EnterprisesFunny guy RIP brother

Jay Ward

April 6, 2016

R.I.P. Rodney
I know you are in a better place now.

Sue Moore-Garcia

April 4, 2016

May you rest in peace Rodney. Will always love you & miss you.

T Griffin

April 4, 2016

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

Shari Rucker

April 4, 2016

R.I.P. Little Brother.

Angie Hysmith Coxton

April 4, 2016

R.i.p.My friend i am praying for your family.

Gene Julie Laughery

April 3, 2016

We will miss you. Your pain is gone and hope you meetup with your mother. God bless your family.

ROBERT KITCHEN

April 3, 2016

RIP Brother

Robert Kitchen

April 3, 2016

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