Anayia Michelle Rodriguez

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.