Anayia Michelle Rodriguez

March 28, 2003 ~
November 6, 2023

Anayia Michelle Rodriguez was born on March 28, 2003 in Grand Rapids, MI to Cynthia and Jose Rodriguez. Anayia sadly lost her life on November 6, 2023.

Anayia graduated from East Kentwood High School in 2021 where she was a varsity competitive cheerleader at East Kentwood High School all four years of high school. She also cheered throughout her younger years. Once graduated from high school, Anayia went to GRCC to become Dental Hygienist. She worked as a Dietary Aide at a local nursing facility. Anayia was a bright and quiet young lady who had a contagious smile and a beautiful soul. Anayia was always exploring new creative avenues. She was extra crafty with nails, hair, clothes, etc. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with friends and family.

Anayia is preceded in death by Alexander Disla and Alexander Disla Jr. She leaves behind her parents, Cynthia Rodriguez and Jose (Ruthy) Rodriguez Sr.; grandparents, Luis and Juana Rodriguez, Constance Gray; brothers, Tremain Dunlap, Jose Rodriguez Jr. and Armani Rodriguez; sisters, A’Keya (Ramone) Davis and Aliany Rodriguez; aunts, Ana Rodriguez, Luisa Rodriguez and Stephanie (Curtis) Thomas; nieces and nephews, Nyla Rodriguez, Ariyah Early, A’Mariona Davis, Ra’Mere Davis and Ramone Bolden; and a host of cousins and other loved ones.

Funeral services will be held 11 am Saturday, November 11 at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Kentwood) 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, with Rev. Terry Adams officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family Saturday from 10-11 am at the funeral home prior to the service.

Visitation: Saturday, November 11 | 10:00am - 11:00am

Visitation
Saturday, November 11
10:00am - 11:00am

MKD - Kentwood
4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
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Phone: (616) 455-1535

Funeral Service: Saturday, November 11 | 11:00am

Funeral Service
Saturday, November 11
11:00am

MKD - Kentwood
4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
Get Directions

Phone: (616) 455-1535

Leave Your Tribute Message

November 12, 2023

Cyndi, my heart goes out to you and your family. I didn’t know Anayia but I know she had to be a beautiful, loving, caring, very outgoing young lady just like her mom. I wish I could take your pain away because your baby girl, you and your family don’t deserve this heartache and heartbreak. May God keep his loving arms wrapped around the Rodriguez, Gray and Thomas Family along with Anayia’s classmates, friends and all the lives she touched. Rest in Heaven Beautiful Baby Girl. God has you in Heaven with him. ❤️❣️🙏🏾😘

- Kisha Bryant

November 11, 2023

The sun always seems brighter in your presence, the room would light up with anticipation upon your entry. My heart would smile every time you were present, my mind would wonder what clever thing would you come up with today? Your talents were so vast so abundant and so obvious I often wondered what would you do what kind of career would you have and what would you conquer in this world? For me, you conquered and you overcame and you prevailed.. I seen you live and lead your life in the direction that made you happy. I seen you do things that people your age would never think of doing. I’m glad you had a close family that gave you abundantly. You were able to travel you were able to absorb different cultures, you had many friends most of them loves you very deeply.. I’m glad you found the love of your life. I’m glad you lived your life on your own terms. I believe God, the Almighty was ever present with you through it all. Anayia you accepted me as your stepfather and I loved you the best I could I gave you all that I had and you never denounced me for that I am eternally grateful. Continue to fly high and continue to look over your family and myself as well and I will keep you in my heart and prayers for an eternity.. love, Rob and your sister, Rahkhyia, and the host of Crape Nation. Until we intersect again my love to you always and hopefully in due season, please meet me at the crossroads. 👁🌞🎼🔥❤️🩸🌟🌟🌟

- Robert Hollis

November 10, 2023

We extend our deepest sympathies and open arms during this painful period to Rodriguez family. #189 F&D

- Jamila C.

November 10, 2023

Sending my prayers and condolences for the Rodriguez family as they go through this difficult time of losing their young daughter in such a tragic way.😢🙏🏽(even though I didn't know her or your family) I pray that God comforts you and gives you strength to get through this. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

- Michelle W

November 10, 2023

Cynthia and family,Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.

- Brandi Blakley

November 10, 2023

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. ~Matthew 11:28-30 Praying for God's comfort

- Rhonda Tucker

November 09, 2023

Matthew 5: 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Rodriguez family I'm praying God will give you all strength and comfort in your time of grief.

- Nora M.