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My sincerest ccedolnnoes .. I could not begin to know the pain & anguish of loosing a child.Our prayer is that you find comfort from God, family and friends during through these next few days and the days to come.
From Carlos

Although I never met Rod we are saddened for your loss, our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
From Randy Vale- Madison Petroleum Driver

(Sis)I have tried so many times too say something to help you and I hope that this will; You will always have him in your heart nothing can take that from you;The Love that he had for you his precious Mother His Children Sisters Brothers Nicole and the large family he loved soso much;You will always remember the smiles laughter joy and the twinkle in his eyes when he was happy and having fun,HE will never be far from thoes he loves.Rod was a very special person,Now he is a very special Angel watching over thoes he loves.Oh how we will miss him. HE is not far from us he lives in our heart. God help this family Be with us always Help us too help each other. Amen ;Love to all Sis and Family
From Aunt Margarette and Family

Praying for the family! Let me know how I can help!
From Pastor Art Brown, First Free Church

Seeing Rod every year at the 4th of July party was one of the highlights of our year. He was such a kind person and he will be dearly missed. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
From Dianne, Sarah, T.J. and Zoe

Dear sis and family I love you all very much. my thoughts and prayers are with you.. We are never prepared for the loss of a loved one,But God is always prepared to help us through the loss May his presence begin the healing in your heart and soul and may his love surround all of you with the comfort only he can give..Love to all your sis and Aunt Laverne..
From Laverne and Ron

My deepest sympathy to his family.
From Pete Romanowski - Kwik Trip Zone Driver

May God's loving arms surround you during this difficult time. Praying that you may find peace somehow. We're so sorry.
From Sandy and Dennis

You have my deepest sympath on the passing of Rod. He was a customer of our's at River States Truck and Trailer and we enjoyed his upbeat personality and warm smile each day he came in. He handled himself with grace and dignity in every way possible and was a true pleasure for us. I am deeply sorry for his loss. he will be missed. Joe Laux & All Employees of River States Truck and Trailer
From Joe Laux

We are so sorry for your loss. You have many memories to share and to remember Rod with, hang on to your memories. He is still with you and watching over you every day. BROKEN CHAIN We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. -Ron Tranmer- With deepest sympathy to all of Rod's family and friends.
From Mike, Lisa, & Brittney Jennings

Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Rod was a sweet man and always had a smile on his face. I am so sorry for your loss may god be with his family,friends and to those who loved him.
From Debbie Sledge

Even though my heart is broken, my mind is flooded with nothing but good memories. I can't think of a time when I was around Rod that I wasn't laughing or smiling. His smile was so endearing and genuine. His laughter-infectious, his sense of humor and wit-uncanny. He will be forever in my heart. Sending love and prayers. God Bless....
From Renea Pennington-Giles (Cousin Nea)

Nicole and family of Rod, I am sorry for your loss. By reading about him it sounds like he was a very loving and caring man. Deepest sympathy to all of you. Praying for you.
From Sue Holst

Nicole and family, My heart goes out to you as I got the news from your mom this morning. It is so difficult to lose someone you love so much. May all those special memories that you shared with Rod remain in your heart forever. In sympathy and love, Barb Orrick, your mom's second cousin in the Osten family
From Barb Nelson Orrick

Love you sis and I know what you are going through. Rod filled your life with so many wonderful memories and God gave us the ability to have these memories to get us through tough times. The entie family is in my thoughts and prayers, and I will miss Rod's wonderful sense of humor, his "no guessing" what he meant when speaking, and his love for his family. Burt
From Uncle Burt

I worked with Rod a number of years ago when he was an Owner Operator at Rochester Cartage (RCI). We were a small company where everybody was treated as family. He was always dedicated & fun to work with. He touched many lives & will not be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to his family & friends! God bless...
From Stacy Williams

There are no words that can possibly be adequate, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for your loss.
From Steve and Teri Paulson

My heart goes out to all who had Rod in there lives, he was a great guy and will be sadly missed. Work with Rod at Schwans years ago and since had always seemed like a brother to me, will miss him and his smile..
From Steve Kubby Kussman

Still can't believe you are gone...I love you and will miss you everyday! Love from your little sister!
From Becca Luxem

I worked with with Rod in Junction City and would like to tell the entire family how much he will be missed by his fellow drivers and friends. I feel I know parts of his family because of the way he spoke so highly and with excitment about them and the things they enjoyed together. He will be remembered as a great man with strong morals which we could all learn from. I am very sorry for your loss,and would like to offer my assistance in any way that I can help.
From Jim Gibson

We are so shocked and saddened to hear of Rod's death. Please know that you are very much in our thoughts and prayers.
From Jerry & Dixie Koenemann

We are so shocked and sorry. With prayer for your comfort
From Kenny and Elise Koenemann