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Elijah Rodriguez Obituary
Boonton - Elijah E. Rodriguez passed away suddenly on May 9, 2019, at the age of 15.
Elijah was born in Paterson, grew up in Boonton, NJ and attended Boonton High School. Elijah was loved by everyone, he was a very smart and kind young man who was extremely protective of his little brother Adam.
Elijah was an excellent student and in his free time he most enjoyed playing video games - W2K19 (wrestling) on his PS4. Elijah loved going on vacation with his family and one of his favorite hobbies was to collect sea shells from different beaches visited. He also enjoyed attending all different types of car shows.
Elijah is survived by his beloved mother Esmeralda Canarte and his younger brother Adam A. Saasaa. He is also survived by his father Edward R. and his numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, grandmothers and best friend Steven M.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday May 14, 2019, from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at Norman Dean Home for Services 16 Righter Ave Denville, NJ 07834 www.normandean.com.
Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday at 10:00AM.
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Elijah and Daud at Cedar Hill, 2015
Daud Shad
May 15, 2019
May 13, 2019
To Esmeralda & Adam,
Take comfort in the wonderful memories you have and know Elijah will *always* be with you in your heart.
Condolences to all of you!
From
Jenny & Felix's friends at Secure Insight (Jenny's workplace)
Debora Acevedo
May 11, 2019
My condolences to Elijah's family. Elijah was my student at John Hill School and I have nothing but fond memories of him. May he Rest In Peace.
Michelle Latsch
May 11, 2019
I am so sad to hear about Elijah's passing. Thinking of you Esmeralda, Adam and the rest of your family.
Michelle
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