Rodney W. Alston was born March 2, 1947, and passed away October 13, 2026, at the age of 79.

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Rodney's faith, love for his family, and strong work ethic were at the heart of who he was.

Rodney was a God-fearing man who loved the Lord and proudly served his country in the National Guard. He was a master mechanic at Calcasieu Steel & Pipe before going to work for Gravity Drainage, where he retired at the age of 70. He was witty, honest, loved his family, was a hardworker, and could fix just about anything. Rodney's faith, love for his family, and strong work ethic were at the heart of who he was. He leaves behind a lifetime of precious memories, a legacy of love, and a piece of his heart in everyone who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kay Alston; children, Darla Alston (Dave), and Darian Alston (Sherie); grandchildren, Elizabeth Wood, Taner Gilley (Kyla), and Ashton Alston (Matti); great grandchildren, Sarah, Piper, Liam and Levi; brother, Sam Hodges; and one he loved as his own, Alfred "Bubba" Guy, Jr.

He is preceded in death by his parents Woodrow Alston and Bonnie Cryer; sister, LaVonne Julien; brother, Robert J. Cryer (Bob); grandmother, Odis Pinder; and beloved aunt, Donnie Sue Baggett.

Family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m., on October 16, 2026, at The Pentecostal Church 301 W 4th St, DeQuincy, La 70633. Pastor Wayne Neyland will be officiating, with remarks by Rev. Alvin Dale Smith and Bro. Walton Baggett Interment to follow at Royer Cemetery in Sulphur.

Pallbearers: Ashton Alston, Taner Gilley, Roger Mahaffey, Cole Goodman, Daiken Goodman, and Wayne Mahaffey.