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Jason Rodriguez
1992 - 2011
Jason Rodriguez
1992 - 2011
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BORN
1992
DIED
2011
Jason Rodriguez Obituary
Beloved son of Juan and Aidely and Loving Brother of Jeremy. Jason moved out of his parents home to pursue his college education with the intent to improve his life. Six months of living in Orlando working for Publix Supermarkets and continuing his education, Jason died at Orlando Regional Hospital after a being a victim of a horrific crime. He was a devoted student at Valencia Community College working on Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy. Jason was a very loving, outgoing, strong young man, who struck the heart of all who came across his path. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, February 17, 2011 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. The family will receive friends from 5-10 p.m. Wednesday at Gonzalez Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers an account has been set up with Mercantile Bank.# 8602927542
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Lisa HernandezJohnson
August 24, 2024
Leaving my condolences to the young man. May he rest in peace and fly high.
Benjamin Snoddy
February 10, 2012
Jason man I love you so much and I miss you I have been missing you for a long time now and it just hurts to see you gone but I kno your in a better place. I love you man
Krista
February 9, 2012
Today marks a year that we lost you and I miss you so much. Soon the only way I'll be able to have contact with you is in my prayers and I hope you are still watching over me. I've messed up on the promise I made u but I'll make it up to you I promise. Ima "get big" like you always used to say. I love you Jason. Forever in my heart.
Krista Pontious
January 16, 2012
Jason I just wanted to say happy birthday! So many of us still keep you in our prayers. We miss you so much and we will always remember Jason "Superman" Rodriguez. This day 20 years ago a child was born but he died a true hero. Thank you Jason for bringing together a whole community. You will forever be in our hearts.
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Flexing in the reflection of his car window <3
Amanda Melendez
January 16, 2012
Jason let me start by saying I miss you so much ! ill do ANYTHING to see you one more time.. till this day when i get ready & look on the side of my mirror i look at the photo of you from your wake i just freeze up & stare at it for a second cause im still shocked till this day about everything thats happened & changed .. i really think its Gods way of warning us that the end is close because after you more young people were passing away left & right which in all honesty it makes me think .. its just amazing how much people realize things when one person is gone you made a GREAT impact in peoples lives im sure you realize that now by looking down on us all . you were truly an amazing , sweet & loving person you were just Jason like youve always said "im jason" lol now i understand the meaning of that haha cause i havent met anyone that i can say " you remind of .." im going to cut this short cause if i dont im going to end up writting a book literally ! lol just know all of our memories together ill forever cherish i love you & happy birthday <3
brianna steible
June 6, 2011
i remember all the times i told you you were soo full of your self but you kept a smile on your face and told me i know i am . jason i remember on our birthday you would walk past me and tell me you stole my birthday punk. i also remember you pushing me during our mile run in JROTC i hated doing it and when i didnt think i could run nomore you ran next to me yellin get big lets go steible you can do this dang jason i miss you so much my bit=rthday will never be the same with out you <3
Stefanie Montalvo
May 10, 2011
Hey sweetie, I only knew you for so long, but for that time, I loved every single minute of it. It was hard not to smile with your outgoing and lovable personality :) You were such a beautiful person inside and out so do not ever forget that. I also just want to thank you for making us the stronger people that we are today. You will truly be missed but never forgotten. My love and prayers go out to you and your family. Get big :)
Nancy Betancourt
March 15, 2011
Jason, I remember the last time I seen you. I went to Publix and you bagged my groceries with a great smile, much confidence, always standing tall. You must be without a doubt one of God's most handsome and unique angels. Descanza en Paz.
Dominique DeLuca
March 9, 2011
Jason,
I'll never forget you making fun of my knee brace everytime I walked into Publix. (: It was an on going thing that always made me laugh, even when I had a bad day. You always knew how to make your friends and family smile everyday, and you still do superman. ? I know you're up there looking down on us. I remember you said, "Next time I see you in your high school career, you'll be playing soccer and kicking butt." Now I know for a fact that you're watching me play soccer just like you said you would. (: I'll miss youu kiddo, but this isn't goodbye. Watch over your family and promise me that you won't get too big up there. My prayers go out to your family each night. You'll be truely missed. ?
leslie ortiz
March 4, 2011
mister Jason.!
I was looking and looking for this becauae I just knew there was a place to tell me where you are because when I get a chance to I will be visiting you :)
I am very blessed that I met you and had you in my life because from the minute we met we connected like no other and very random
I love you && miss you babe <3
Angel Cojulun
March 3, 2011
Jason ,Mr. and Mrs. Rodriguez, and Jeremy,
I can still remember the first time we talked, saying, "You can't be me, I'm Jason!" I remember first Raider practice, standing up there, flexing. I'm glad that this year, I had your brother up there taking charge. I remember the jokes, the workouts. I remember everything about you. I am so proud and so happy to be able to call you my good friend. It kills my heart to know that you are not hear physically, I think about you everyday. (Don't call me pie.) Still remember our first Raider Comp, made me wanna be a Raider Commander. Made me wanna GET BIG. For all that you have done for us, for me and your family, GOD BLESS you bro. I pray to God every night that He and you will watch over those in pain, that you comfort them with your presence. I will always miss you, never forget about you and will always love you bro. *Remember, this isn't a goodbye, a "See you later." See ya bro.
I love you and miss you babyboy :)
Angelica Trujillo
February 27, 2011
Monica Cruz
February 19, 2011
The first thing that came to mind entering east bay this year was no more jason in the hallways. I am really glad i met you. :) everytime i saw you a smile would come upon my face you were always smiling and laughing. My prayers still go out to your family and close friends. ill see once day again mr. east bay :)
A night to remember :) Military Ball 2009
Monica Cruz
February 19, 2011
Cher Miranda
February 17, 2011
Jason,It has been a pleasure knowing you. The memories of happy times spent at our home will always be in our hearts. The Miranda Family will truly miss you. Your friends Hector, Cher, Noah and Lacey Miranda
Kieran Pettus
February 17, 2011
Jason,
You were a strong and respectable soldier, a great friend. You will be missed greatly! My thoughts and prayers are with your family, God Bless.
Kieran Pettus
C/O 2012 East Bay High School
Riverview FL
That smile is stamped in my memory.
Kayla Lassalle
February 17, 2011
There's so much I'd like to say but not enough time or space to express myself and my adoration for Jason.
Jason was always someone special to me. We grew up together in many ways and he was always there for me. I remember Jason always texting me at 2 or 3 in the morning when I was sleeping just to talk about UCF and living in Orlando - how we'd hang out, what I should study, how he was doing in school, etc. We'd talk about life in general and how we missed each other and couldn't wait to see one another. Its hard losing someone so close to my heart but I know that the love we had for each other will always remain. He will always be in all of our hearts and although this was a tragic loss to us, Jason has been and will be a wonderful blessing to someone else. He's still here, watching over us and hoping we actually take the initiative to listen to him for once and GET BIG! I love you Jason Rodriguez, always have and always will. See you soon bodybuilder!
Cher Miranda
February 17, 2011
Jason, You brought so much happiness into so many peoples lives.The Miranda Family will always cherish those memories. Your friends Cher,Hector,Noah, and Lacey Miranda
marion miranda
February 16, 2011
you will always be the light of ours lifes rest in rip and god bless your family
Christie Morris
February 16, 2011
Jason was one of a kind i will never forget him. Jeremy and him were so close. I will always rememeber you jason. Rememeber its not goodbye its see you soon :) "GET BIG" thats what he keeps saying to us. And that we will never forget. Love you Jason aka superman!
Debra Avent
February 16, 2011
Jason it is my sincere pleasure to have had you in my life. You grew into a man, a good, kind, respectable man. I loved when you visited our home. Your spirit was infectious and will continue to live on in all the lives your touched. My heart will forever be happy as I will carry a piece of you with me forever. God rest your soul dear child.
Leah Walcott
February 16, 2011
Jason it took years for us to reconnect on facebook lol . I was really excited for you to come back to bergenfield this summer . The short time we got to be friends again was truely a blessing and i will forever be thankful . I cant wait to meet you again but watch down on us for now angel . Love you forever
Brittany Kilburne
February 16, 2011
I am terribly sorry to the family for your lost. I only can imagine. When I lost my father I was destroyed. You will never get use to the fact that he is not here with you, but what helps me is to do what he would want you to do. No words will ever be good enough to hear. People just feel that that is the only thing they know to say. Its in their soul to try. I knew Jason from class. Not personally however. But just by being in class, I could tell he was full with adventures and always smiling. I constantly seen him working his muscles out making sure everyone knew that he had them. He was a pleasure to be around. Not once do I remember him sad. Always smiling which should be a blessing to know that he lived a happy, continuous life. His personality told a lot. Jason everyone misses you, and always will. I am glad to know however that your life was able to lead you everyday with a smile. Your friends and family think highly of you. Rest in Peace and maybe you will get to meet my father. Enjoy your new journey, while we continue to live ours down hear.
Stacie Cleary
February 16, 2011
I will always remember Jason talking to my freshman classes or the long conversation we had at the first football game of his senior year, or seeing him every morning in first period drinking his protein shake and eating his breakfast. I will miss him more than these memories can express. With all of my heart, I will miss you.
kourtney davis
February 16, 2011
mad that i cant be there for the viewing or the funeral tommorrow but ill definetely be there in spirit i guess reality is really settling in gone too soon is a complete understatement but i know you're up there guiding our hearts in the right path you taught us one of lifes most valuable lessons life is too short and to appreciate what you have before its gone I MISS AND LOVE YOU JASON RODRIGUEZ!!!!!!!!!!!!! ill always remember you and cherish you & im starting to get big so far ive lost 5lbs i know you would be proud
Elise James
February 16, 2011
Dear Jason,
We love you and we miss you soo much, but God can take better care of you than we can. For that we can rejoice and be thankful. It's gonna be hard knowing that you no loner will walk this earth but you'll forever live in our memories. We love you Jason.
Quinton Schuerman
February 16, 2011
Jason, It was an honor working with you. You were really a good person, I know God will take care of you. I am going to miss you my friend, You were really cool, And I will see you again one day... You will never be forgotten.
Alex Argote
February 15, 2011
Jason, you had such a good heart and didn't deserve what has happened to you. I remember when we went to summer camp together. We were so sweet and so good-looking! I had such a crush on you. I couldnt believe it when I heard the news. My knees buckled and I couldn't find the words to express how I felt. "not Jason, that can't be right..who wouldnt like jason?" I never got to say goodbye and it bothers me to no end. You will always be special to me. I love you so much Jason, I wish I would have got to tell you in person.
Brittany Gonzalez
February 15, 2011
Jason you was the best company commander along with battalion commander. You thought me what I know today, he always knew what to say to keep us going. It's still hard to believe that your gone but I know your looking at us and seeing how much love there is for you. Im glad to have met you back in middle school. You will be truly missed but never forgotten.
Stephanie Pierce
February 15, 2011
As Jason's homeroom teacher freshman year, I was his 1st high school teacher. And though I never had him in class again, that didn't stop him from always stopping by to say hello and sharing what was going on in his life. Whatever the teachers needed done to motivate other students, he was always willing to do it, and always with a smile. Thank you for a great example, Jason! Love, Mrs. Pierce (and he never called me anything but that) :-)
February 15, 2011
Jason, we all miss you so much. You will always be in our hearts. Your up with God giving him the workout plan of his life,he just needed a good spotter to help him(: We love&miss you. I can't wait to see you again.
Benjamin Snoddy
February 15, 2011
Jason you were a brother to me and even though we didn't get the chance to hang out but when we did hang out it meant alot to me because you taught me so much about sports and lifting weights. I'm so sad to see you go but I kno that you will be taken care of up there in heaven. I love ya, GET BIG!!
Marie St.louis
February 15, 2011
I remember it was my freshman year at Eastbay High and i was in jrotc going to my very first raiders/athletic team practice. I got there out of shape n lazy and left strong and energetic. I was on the track trying to walk at my first practice but then i heard someone yelling behind me,"ST.LOUIS NO WALKING U CAN DO THIS, U CAN DO THIS" I was like yea ummm no i cant so the person said"I BELIEVE U CAN" So he grabbed my hand n helped me finish that run.....and that person was Jason.
I still cant believe he is gone but i will always have him in my heart, and when i do go off to the army and try to walk a run ima remember that u said" I CAN DO THIS" ....R.I.P
deanna wheeler
February 15, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Gabriela Martinez
February 15, 2011
The most amazing person i ever met,so caring, respectable, loveable, funny, overall a fantastic person.He was one of the best human beings i had ever met!He was the one who always made me laugh when i was down.He would always make the day with that gorgeous smile of his.I was able to meet a simple guy who i could go to no matter what and i iknew he wouldnt judge me.I was able to share my tears and our laughs with him.Its sad to say we have lost such an amazing person but i know god has it all in control.He was a fantastic friend, Co-worker, an overall wonderful man.Jason Rodriguez you will forever be in mi corazon te quiero mucho.
My prayers go out to the Rodriguez family and my dearest friends.
A Bryan
February 15, 2011
Jason will always be remembered as a good natured, hard working, confident and inspiring young man. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him and it was a pleasure to have him in my class and to be in his acquaintance. God comfort his family in this time of sorrow.
Annette Noack
February 15, 2011
Mr. and Mrs. Rodriguez and brother Jeremy.
I have no idea the pain that you are enduring at this incredible time of loss. I read the tribute to your son and your brother and was immediately touched by how much you love him. I am sickened that your child and brother was taken in this manner. I pray that the Lord will comfort and heal your breaking hearts. You have a beautiful son and brother. Never let his memory fade. I don't know any of you, but as a Mother and an educator, I have suffered a huge sense of loss while reading about this incredible young man who was making huge strides in being independent and to better his life. God bless you all as you heal. God bless your son's life. Jeremy, God bless you as you heal, this will be very hard but, I will pray for you.
Your precious child may he rest in peace and in the comfort of God's open arms.
I am so grief stricken for you all, I'm so very sorry.
God bless you all.
Justin Rodriguez
February 15, 2011
I am sorry this happened to you man. Big things were undoubtedly in your future. The likelihood of your future success was clearly visible through your mature yet jovial demeanor and the positive energy that you emitted. You took it upon yourself to strive for and achieve your goals. That is a rare and admirable quality and I am proud to say we are friends and cousins. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of people who wish they could change what happened and I am one of them. I am sorry your life was cut short. Everyone knows this should not have happened and that you deserved more time on this planet Jason. I hope to see you again one day.
Audrey Ortiz-Rivera
February 14, 2011
Dearest Jason, may you soar among the angels in Heaven and walk with our Lord Jesus Christ. May your family find comfort at this time, but until we meet again We Love You and await a glorious reunion.
Krista Pontious
February 14, 2011
It's crazy to see how one man so young can have such an amazing impact on so many people. Known as our superman Jason Rodriguez will forever rest in our hearts and in our memories. It's hard to see a friend go on to Heaven when he was so young. But God knows what he is doing and will take care of Jason better than anyone ever could. Jason's life was filled with laughs and utter happiness. I have never met someone like Jason who was so carasmatic about life and doing big things. Though his body is gone, and not many people can come to terms with it just yet, Jason has brought together a whole community of people and that my friends is a true miracle. January 16, 1992 a child was born, February 9, 2011 that child turned into a hero. To the friends and family of Jason Rodriguez God bless!
kayleigh pettway
February 14, 2011
Jason always pushed me in raiders to "Get Big" as he would say.He was always there when i needed him, he was there for everyone when they needed him.He will be forever in my heart! He's gettin big with the big man, love you jason, my prayers are with his family!
Catherine Pettway
February 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.May God bless you and keep you surrounded by his loving grace. The Pettway family.
February 14, 2011
Jason, was like a son to me! His family is like my family. There will always be love in my heart for this young man. The students at East Bay High School are the best as Jason was one of them. Remember Jason would say," You can't Beat me"! SFC Avent and family! Love!
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