Rodney Anton “Biggen” “Lil Rod” Southern, 49, of Mansfield, Ohio, died in an accident on Monday, June 27, 2022 in Mansfield.
He was born in Mansfield, Richland County, Ohio on October 18, 1972, to Rodney E. Southern and Jacqueline M. Davidson.
Rodney is survived by his father, Rodney E. Southern of Mansfield; mother, Jacqueline M. Davidson of Mount Dora, FL; sisters, Sandra (Ray) Maffett of FL and Amanda (Sean) McKenzie of GA; several aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews, many cousins, and lots of friends.
He was preceded in death by his beloved grandmother, Dot Contracere; and many other grandparents that had gone on before him.
Rodney loved working on cars, motorcycles, or anything with an engine and he was good at it. His motto and favorite phrase was “Get-R-Done”. Rodney loved hanging out with family and friends. His laugh was larger than life and he will be missed by many.
A celebration of Rodney’s Life will be held on Friday, July 8, 2022 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Life Celebration Reception Center, 129 S. Main Street, Mansfield.
In lieu of flowers, financial memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to help with the funeral expenses.
Werner Gompf Funeral Services, ltd, 1106 Park Avenue East, Mansfield, is handling the arrangements.
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