Wilfredo Rodriguez

June 17, 1976 - March 19, 2021

Wilfredo “Freddy” Rodriguez, 44, of Plainfield, New Jersey, surrounded by family and his close friend Patrick, died in Charlotte on March 19, 2021, from COVID 19 pneumonia. Freddy was born in Somerset County, New Jersey, on June 17, 1976, the son of Wilfredo and Catherine Rodriguez Sr. He grew up there and later moved to Charlotte. Blessed with a mind for mechanical things and the ability to use his hands, he enjoyed many things in life. Among his interests were tinkering in all kinds of electrical, automotive and computer tasks. His abilities and skills earned him another nickname, “Tek”. Most of all, Freddy loved the time spent with family and friends. His big heart and kind hearted soul brought smiles and laughs to many, especially during difficult times in their lives. His beautiful life will forever be cherished in the lives of all those he touched. Freddy is survived by his sisters: Rosemarie (husband Jose) Dendariarena, Alicia Ocasio, and Virginia Blanco; his brothers, Emilio, Michael and Joseph Colon; his niece Jacqueline (husband Luis) Garcia and their children Amelia and Catherine Garcia; his niece Nicole Miller and her son, David Miller; his aunt Rose Marie Joy; and his cousins: Corinne Navatto, Barbie Coppola and Anthony Coppola. Freddy is further survived by numerous other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. Freddy’s family has given the family of Lowe-Neddo Funeral Home the privilege of caring for him and for them. Due to social distancing guidelines, private services were held. His final place of earthly rest is alongside his mother at Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. In honor of his battle with cancer, the family respectfully requests any donations or memorials in Freddy’s name be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org or to the local cancer charity of your choice.