Some lives are measured not in years, but in the love they leave behind. Though Ezeriah David Rodriguez was only with his family for four precious months, he filled their hearts with a lifetime of love.

Born on March 6, 2026, in Great Bend, Kan., to his devoted mother, Isabella Rodriguez, Ezeriah was a beautiful blessing from the very beginning. His bright smile, gentle spirit, and the comfort of holding him brought immeasurable joy to those who loved him. Every cuddle, every laugh, and every quiet moment together became a memory his family will treasure forever.

While his time on earth was far shorter than anyone could have imagined, Ezeriah never knew a day without love. He was surrounded by the unwavering affection of his family, whose lives were forever changed by the joy he brought into them. Though his time on earth was brief, the love he brought to his family will remain with them for the rest of their lives.

Ezeriah is lovingly survived by his mother, Isabella Rodriguez; his brother, Kingston Rodriguez; and his sister, Nyelah Rodriguez. He is also survived by his grandparents, Michelle Cavender and Javier Rodriguez; his great-grandparents, Michael Cavender and Maria Rodriguez; his aunts and uncles, Alees Cavender, Kawailanilehua Martinez, Jazmin Rodriguez, Cleven Huggins, Daizy Gomez, Ebony Torres, Yisel Rodriguez, Elayna Rodriguez, Romeo Green, and Javier Rodriguez Jr.; his great-aunts and great-uncles, Jennifer Wilson, Jessica Peebles, Dawn Cavender, Jewel Cavender, Kayci Cavender, Chris Cavender, Michael Cavender Jr., Beau Cavender, Jose Rodriguez, Trini Rodriguez, and Manuel Rodriguez; his cousin, Layla Huggins; and numerous other cousins, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever cherish his memory.

He was welcomed into Heaven by his great-grandmother, Julie Ann Cavender.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Encounter Church in Great Bend, with Pastor Michael Ringo officiating. Interment will follow at Great Bend North Cemetery. A private family viewing will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Spellman-Christians Funeral Home. Memorials have been designated to Spellman-Christians Funeral Home to assist the family with funeral expenses.

Funeral arrangements provided by

Spellman Christians Funeral Home

2115 Washington St.

Great Bend (Kan.) Tribune, July 11, 2026