Michael Kemp Rodda Obituary
The world bids farewell to Michael Kemp Rodda (Durham, North Carolina), departing on May 19, 2026 at the age of 87. Michael leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Michael departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Michael. Though Michael may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Reverend E. Thomas Rodda and Marion Kemp Rodda; and his brother Thomas C. Rodda. He is survived by: his wife Joy Mitchell Rodda; and his children, Matthew Rodda, Kristen Rodda Fortson, Jennifer Rodda and Gudrun Simon.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Baptist Retirement Homes Foundation for the benefit of Brookridge Memory Care (http://www.thrivemorenc.org or PO Box 11024, Winston-Salem, NC 27116), to NPR, or PBS, organizations Mike supported throughout his life.
