Ernesto Gilbert Rodriguez Obituary
The family announces the passing of Ernesto Gilbert Rodriguez of Lancaster, Pennsylvania on October 10, 2026. Ernesto, born on March 3, 1998, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ernesto Gilbert Rodriguez to show support.
Ernesto will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Ernesto by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Ernesto is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Ernesto’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Luis F. Rodriguez, Jr. (Zuleika Rodriguez) and Elizabeth "Lisy" Ayala; companion: Chantelle Heaps; brothers: Luis F. Rodriguez, III, Josiah Elias Rodriguez, Luis G. Rodriguez, Daquan Pack and Romeo Ayala; sisters: Laiza Dumey, Stephanie D. Rodriguez, Karyna T. Vega, Tiffany C. Rodriguez and Nikki Rodriguez; maternal grandmother: Juana Ayala; maternal grandfather: Ernesto Ayala; paternal grandparents: Luis F. Rodriguez and Cecilia Bonilla; aunt: Jessica; uncles: Gilbert, Jimmy, Ernesto and Edwin; nieces and nephews: Amaya, Kaleb, Aria, Alir, Alori, Nevaeh, Sabastian, Cannon and Angelo; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Iglesia (220 W King St, Lancaster, PA 17603). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Mellinger's Mennonite Cemetery (11 Greenfield Rd, Lancaster, PA 17602).
