Robert Marcel Rodriguez

Robert Marcel Rodriguez, age 46, of Ocala, Florida, went to heaven to be with the Lord and his Fiancé Amanda Meador, the love of his life. Robert was discharged from the hospital and transferred to Timber Ridge, a healthcare and assisted living facility in Ocala, FL, to complete his health care. Robert passed away at his parent’s home the day after his discharge from Timber Ridge on May 17th, 2024. Robert was living in Deland, Florida, with his fiancé, Amanda Meador, who also passed away from influenza A on March 22, 2024. Robert also ended up in the hospital with influenza A, blood clots, heart condition, and breathing issues. While Robert was in the hospital, he went into a deep depression and was very heartbroken, and he was never the same after her passing. Robert Rodriguez was born in the Bronx, New York, at Jacobi Hospital on February 14, 1978. Robert lived in the Bronx until the age of eight years old. Robert and his parents relocated to Miami, Florida, in 1985. He also lived in the Treasure Coast, Ocala, and Deland, Florida. Robert went to South Florida International Academy and graduated from high school in North Miami, Florida. Robert also went to school in Jacksonville, FL to train and become a CDL driver and after his graduation, he received his CDL license. Robert after graduation, got his first job working with the sanitation department in the Treasure Coast. Robert had several different hobbies as a young man; he loved sports and he loved music. Robert played several different instruments, like the guitar, bass, and drums. Robert also had a talent for writing songs and music. Robert was part of a band called Murder My Sweet, where he played bass and guitar. Robert was a very gifted musician. His band performed in many clubs and festivals. Robert is survived by his mother, Lillian Rodriguez, and his father, Robert Rodriguez, his grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins. Funeral services and viewing for Robert will be held at Roberts of Ocala West Chapel, 6241 SW State Road 200, Ocala, Florida 34476. The website is www.robertsfunerals.com The phone number for the chapel is 352-537-8111. Robert will be cremated at a later day, and his remains will be buried at Good Shepherd Memorial Gardens in Ocala, FL. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank everyone who has surrounded Robert with love throughout his life. His beautiful smile, his spontaneous jokes, and his wonderful heart is what keeps us going. May God bless him and Amanda forever and ever.

Robert Marcel Rodriguez

February 14, 1978 - May 17, 2024