Rodrigo Lamar Johnson was born on September 6, 2006, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Northern Kentucky. Rod was born to loving parents, Eric Eugene Johnson Sr. and Darlene Flores. Eric Jr. was an amazing big brother to Rod. Despite a three-year age difference, the boys shared a connection comparable to that of twins. Their bondContinue Reading
Rodrigo Lamar Johnson was born on September 6, 2006, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Northern Kentucky. Rod was born to loving parents, Eric Eugene Johnson Sr. and Darlene Flores.
Eric Jr. was an amazing big brother to Rod. Despite a three-year age difference, the boys shared a connection comparable to that of twins. Their bond was something only they could explain, or understand. Very energetic and rambunctious, always playing together. There was never a dull moment. Throughout most of their childhood, they shared a room. Although the boys had separate beds, they never slept apart. Often talking to each other in their sleep. And as they grew, their bond grew, stronger.
Rod was a sophomore at Purcell Marian Catholic High School, transferring from Roger Bacon High School. Rod maintained friendships made at Roger Bacon, while forging new friendships at Purcell. Also a student athlete, Rod played football and baseball. He aspired to follow in his father’s footsteps. After high school, Rod planned to attend barber college and work for himself and, eventually, owning a barbershop. He also had dreams of moving to Utah, intrigued by the endless mountains and solitude. Rod spoke of his desire to one day have a family of his own. He wanted to become a father so that he could continue the tradition of teaching and cultivating a love for sports, with his own children.
Rod is survived by his sister, Dyamond Thurmond; paternal grandparents, Lawrence & Celeste Johnson, and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Eric Sr.; mother Darlene Flores; and sister Iyla Johnson.
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