Adrian Rodriguez, Jr.

Adrian Alvarez Rodriguez Jr., 66, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with bladder cancer.

A visitation will be at Wilson Memorial Service on Thursday, May 1, 6:00-7:30 PM. A funeral mass will be at St. Therese Catholic Church, 700 Nash St N, Friday, May 2, at 11:00 AM. Visitors are welcome at the family home following services.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Adrian A. Rodriguez, Sr. and Thelma Holcomb Rodriguez, and his brother, Mark Rodriguez.

Adrian is survived by his devoted wife, Michelle; stepchildren, Chris, Cassidy, and Daniel Lee; siblings, Rhonda Bazan (Joe), Peter Rodriguez (Silvia), Carmen Zamora, and Martha Eckendorff (Doug); and special loved ones, DeAnna, Grace, and Cameryn. He was cherished by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles, extended family members, and friends. His many co-workers also held a special place in his heart.

Adrian had a deep love for the Dallas Cowboys and could often be found fishing on the pier. He treasured time spent with his family, and his legacy lives on through the stories shared and memories made.

Flowers are welcome or in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Make a Gift to Duke, www.gifts.duke.edu supporting Duke Hospital’s continued efforts in cancer research.

Arrangements by Wilson Memorial Service, 2811 Fieldstream Dr N, Wilson, NC (252) 237-7171; www.wilsonmemorialservice.com