Cynthia Leigh Rodriguez

She was preceded in death by her husband, Candelario “Junior” Rodriguez; her parents, Harvey and Naomi Frazier; her brothers, Jerry and Ernest Frazier, her mother-in-law Maria Rodriguez; and one precious great-grandchild, Kylie Hart.

Those left to cherish her memory include her children: Tony Rodriguez, Shelly (Timothy) Mims, Julia (James) Conner, and Melanie Rodriguez. She was a devoted and proud grandmother to Anthony (Whitney) Rodriguez, Jr., Justine Rodriguez, Brianna Rodriguez, Regan Rodriguez, Leah Rodriguez, Timothy (Grace) Mims, Jr., Sara (Buddy) Hart, Savanna (Blake) Beardsley, Hannah Mims, Jordynn (Michael McNeillie) Conner, Joshua (Kylie) Conner, Jacob (Paige) Conner, Brandon (Emily) Armfield, Jr., Kaylee (Jarrett) Munton, and Elisha Armfield.

She was also blessed with great-grandchildren: Joclynn, Aria, Cooper, Kaden, Kaleb, Kaelin, Parker, Teddy, and Grayson, with baby Conner expected to arrive in September.

Cynthia also leaves behind her sisters, Marilyn Mellor and Vickie Frazier; and her in-laws, Lupe (Rick) Siebel, John Rodriguez, Joe Rodriguez, and Nellie (Elias) Macias.

Cynthia had a gratitude for a life well lived, we remember this woman whose strength and resilience positively touches everyone who knew her. A true fighter, she faced life’s challenges head on and overcame many obstacles with courage and determination. Through it all, she never gave up. Her outlook on life was rooted in hope. Above all else, she was a devoted mother and grandmother, her love for her family was evident. Her home was a place of warmth and comfort, where the door was always open and no one was ever left hungry. Whether family, friends, neighbors, or the occasional stray kid who needed a safe place, she welcomed all with open arms and a hot meal.

She found great joy in the simple but meaningful moments of life. She loved cooking and baking, often sharing those traditions with her grandchildren in the kitchen, teaching them recipes, laughter and the importance of family.

Cynthia was an active member of the Moose Lodge in Caseyville where she cherished the community of friendships she formed there. She also enjoyed spending time at the PSOP Senior Citizens group and playing Old Lady Bingo with her friends.

In her younger years, she and Junior shared a love of travel. Together they made wonderful memories visiting Florida’s beaches and exploring destinations across the country.

Visitation will be held at Lake View Funeral Home, 5000 North Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL on March 20, 2026, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 am at the same location. Cynthia will be laid to rest at Lake View Memorial Gardens.

Donations may be made to The Lung Transplant Patient Care Fund at Barnes-Jewish Hospital- The Eb and Myra Thomas Fund. Make checks payable to The Foundation of BJH., 1001 Highlands Plaza Drive West, Suite 140, St. Louis, Missouri 63110, or at www.FoundationBarnesJewish.org.

Cynthia was blessed with more than 17 additional years of life thanks to a lung transplant—a gift she never took for granted. In her honor, please consider registering to become an organ donor. https://www.registerme.org