By Jim Meridith
Posted: Updated:
9 Comments
  • Visitation

    Saturday, November 13, 2021
    10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
    Northsmoke Church, 3301 Harvard, Collinsville, IL

  • Service

    Saturday, November 13, 2021
    12:00 p.m.
    Northsmoke Church, 3301 Harvard, Collinsville, IL

  • Full Obituary

    John Manuel Rodriguez, Jr., 34, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021, in Collinsville, IL.

    He was born January 16, 1987 to John Manuel, Sr. and Lisa (nee Szakacsi) Rodriguez.

    John worked at Colton’s Steakhouse in Collinsville, IL and he will always be remembered for his dimples.

    He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Margaret “Tiny” Szakacsi; paternal grandparents, Maria and Candilario Rodriguez.

    John is survived by his mother, Lisa (Szakacsi) Rodriguez; father, John Manuel Rodriguez, Sr.; brother, Raymond Carlos Rodriquez; maternal grandfather, Benjamin Szakacsi; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; Godparents, Kenneth and Jennifer Szakacsi; Godson, Crichton Reed Williams; girlfriend, Christina Johns.

    Visitation: Saturday, November 13, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Northsmoke Church, 3301 Harvard, Collinsville, IL.

    Service: Saturday, November 13, 2021, 12:00 p.m., Northsmoke Church, 3301 Harvard, Collinsville, IL

    Clergy: Pastor Ron Habermehl

    Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL

Condolences are reviewed and published within 24 hours.

9 Condolences
 
  1. Diana Crossno / November 8, 2021 at 4:26 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss of your precious son, Lisa. Praying for all of you. May God give you strength

  2. Ashley Witcher / November 8, 2021 at 5:23 pm

    My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to Johnny’s friends and family. Johnny has been one of my very best friends for over 10 years. He is one of the kindest people I’ve ever known. This is a true loss to myself, the family, and the world. He will be remembered for his smile, his big heart, and his epic impressions of Tony Soprano and much much more. He is missed already.

  3. Frances Mandeville / November 8, 2021 at 7:19 pm

    I am so, so heartsick for your loss. I worked with your son several years ago, a wonderful, friendly young man that touched many with his warm smile and gentle nature. My prayers are with you during this sad time. May God give you strength, and know that John is an Angel watching over his loved ones now. He was such a gift to all who knew him🙏❤️

  4. Katie Redmond / November 9, 2021 at 5:27 am

    My deepest condolences to Johnny’s family and friends. I met you all briefly while I was there but I could see how much you all loved each other and Johnny meant everything to you. He was my best friend. He was one of the kindest, warmest and funniest people you could ever meet. He cared so much for the people around him. We had talked about going on the Jericho cruise someday or just meeting up for an aew show. Nothing will be the same without him. I wish I could be there to give you a proper goodbye. But instead I’m going to plant a tree in my garden and release some balloons for you on Saturday. You were the best in the world. Rest easy my friend, I already miss you so much.

  5. Becky Manso / November 9, 2021 at 9:46 am

    My deepest condolences to all of his family. Prayers for you all. I’m so very sorry Lisa praying for you especially I know this has to be heartbreaking.

  6. C. Wilson / November 9, 2021 at 11:33 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with the RODRIGUEZ FAMILY in their time of grief. Your son will be deeply missed.

  7. LIsa Clenney / November 9, 2021 at 4:36 pm

    I’m at loss for words john was my 3rd son i feel like part of me is now missing. Thank you Lisa for sharing him with us. Heaven is lucky to get him. His smile was genuine and the memories I have with him will always carry on in my heart. As like me Scott will always remember him as his brother…sending prayers for you and Raymond

  8. Sandy Harris / November 10, 2021 at 12:25 am

    Sending prayers for the family. I didn’t know John but I do know Lisa. If he’s anything like her he was a great and caring person. Keep you in my prayers Lisa.

  9. Stacy / November 11, 2021 at 10:20 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss. I used to work with John at Colton’s. He was always smiling and so nice.
    Rest in paradise John.

Leave a Condolence or Memory: