Daniel Rodriguez

HEYBURN – Daniel Rodriguez, 17, the beloved son of Daniel and Alicia Rodriguez, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2020, from a drowning accident that occurred while floating the river at Lava Hot Springs, with his friend, Jose Juarez.

Daniel was an amazing son, brother, uncle and friend. He was the most caring, adventurous soul. He was incredibly smart and super talented. Danny loved everything about the outdoors and he was always trying new things. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and horseback riding among many other things. He also enjoyed driving truck for the family’s trucking business. Daniel attended Minico High School and was looking forward to his senior year. He would’ve been the second in the family to graduate.

His family is extremely proud of him and all of his accomplishments. He will be greatly missed. Rest easy Dennis the Menace and keep sending it.

He is survived by his parents, Daniel and Alicia Rodriguez; his brothers, Antonio (Katee), and Rudy (Kenzie); and two sisters, Brenda, and Maricela (Juan); as well as his nephews, Anthony, Michael, Andy, and Xavier; and nieces, Alexis, Valeria, and Rosalee.

A viewing will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 1601 Oakley Ave., in Burley. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin at 7 p.m.

The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 1601 Oakley Ave., in Burley, with the Reverend Father Julio Vicente as Celebrant. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Heyburn.