Kenneth John Roderick

Eagle River resident Kenneth John Roderick, 58, died on Dec. 9 in Palmer. There will be no services at this time. His body will be cremated and a memorial gathering for family and friends will take place in January.

Kenny was born March 28, 1950 in New York City to Michael and Marion Roderick. He came to Alaska with his family in 1960 and was raised in Chugiak along with his brothers and sisters. Kenny later joined the Navy in 1968, were he received a Vietnam Campaign Ribbon, Vietnam Service Ribbon and a National Defense Ribbon, while serving aboard the USS Oriskany.

Kenny had an amazing sense of humor and always lived his life on the edge. He enjoyed traveling and sports. His family and friends will miss him.

Kenny is survived by his son, Kenneth Roderick Jr., daughter, Michelle Roderick both of Anchorage; brother and sister in-law Michael and Sandy Roderick of Eagle River; brother William (Billy) Roderick of Fla.; sister, Debbie Roderick of Anchorage; sister and brother in-law Irene and Joe Valinski of Fla.; sister and brother in-law Nancy and Bill Doyle of Fla.; cousin, Skip and Christie Krysak of Palmer; cousin, Janice and Mike Burton of Anchorage; aunt, Irene Moore of Anchorage; cousin, Tom and Kim Moore of Eagle River; cousin, Terry Moore of Mo.; cousin Kathy Moore of Ore.; grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Marion Roderick and daughter Christine LaRae Roderick.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army.