Mr. Roderick Demere Layfield "Rod" passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the age of 49. He was born on June 23, 1975, to Willie Layfield, Jr., and Linda Strozier Layfield in Columbus.
The Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Layfield will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel at Progressive with interment at Green Acres Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Thursday, May 29, from 3 until 6:00 PM.
Progressive Funeral Home staff is privileged to serve the Family of Mr. Roderick Demere Layfield.
I can't believe you gone fam. Praying for peace and comfort to your family. See you on the other side.
Mrs. Linda I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet Rod. In our thoughts and prayers.
Prayers to the family Rod you will be missed brother
Sending our prayers and condolences to the family.
On Behalf of The Reserves Network we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of "Rod" may he rest in eternal peace.
Sending my condolences to the Layfield family on behalf of the Kendrick High School Class of 1994. May God comfort you and give you strength during this time.
I'm glad I got the chance to meet you. Just saw you up dancing and to hear such news is devastating. Sending my love and condolences from Atlanta. Rest easy, cous! 🖤
My Big Cousin Rod, I love u, I love u, I love u!! I cant say it enough! I miss you dearly already within these few days, I ask god to heal our family hearts. Family love is the best love, and you cousin, definitely loved your family! You will always remain in my heart and I thank God for the time I had with you! I love you Rod (My Big Cousin) Always and Forever