Kelan Jjuan Rodriguez

Kelan juan Rodriguez was born on September 13, 2006, in Apopka, Florida, to Kandice Hicks and Juan Rodriguez, Sr. H e was the middle of three, lovingly surrounded by his older brother, Juan Rodriguez, Jr., and younger sister Amaya Rodriguez. He was also the proud uncle of Jordan Rodriguez. Kelan received his early education at Phyllis Wheatley Elementary and continued at Wolf Lake Middle School. He attended Apopka High School, where he built strong friendships and made lasting memories. Kelan was full of life, energy, and ambition. He had a deep love for music, football, and fishing activities that brought him joy and allowed him to connect with those around him. Known for his vibrant spirit and infectious smile, he cherished every moment spent with his siblings, cousins, and friends. From a young age, Kelan displayed a strong entrepreneurial drive and a caring heart. He held a special place in his heart for his great-grandmother, whom he lovingly protected with maturity far beyond his years. Recently, Kelan began working for the City of Orlando, where he quickly made a positive impression with his strong work ethic and eagerness to learn. He was being considered for a natural charm, curiosity, and warmth to every space he entered. Kelan leaves to cherish his memory: his loving Mother, Kandice Hicks; his devoted Father, Juan Rodriguez, Sr., his Brother, Juan Rodriguez, Jr. (Staci), his Sister, Amaya Rodriguez; nephew, Jordan Rodriguez; Grandfather, Raymond Rodriguez of McAllen, TX; Grandmothers: Edith Hicks of Apopka, FL and Miriam Deleon of Kissimmee, FL; Great-grandmothers: Dennie Mable Hicks of Apopka, FL, Arcelia Rodriguez of McAllen, TX, and San Juana Zamarripa of Mexico; Uncles: Jose Rodriguez (Ronisha), Erick Rodriguez, and Michael Rodriguez (Precious; Aunt, Nancy Rodriguez of Kissimmee, FL; Best Friend, Vitravious Clare; a host of aunts, uncles, great- aunts, great-uncles, cousins, extended family members, and friends also celebrate the life and legacy he leaves behind. Kelan will always be remembered for his heart, his humor, is strength, and his incredible light. His legacy lives on in the love he gave and the lives he touched.

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Kelan Jjuan Rodriguez

September 13, 2006 - June 15, 2025