Rodney J. "Rod" Violette, 53, of Southbridge formerly of Worcester passed away Monday, January 5th 2008 after a prolonged illness. Rodney is survived by a daughter Michelle Violette; a son, Joseph Violette; two brothers and two sisters; many nieces and nephews. He was born in Biddeford, Maine, son of Amie E. and Alfreda (Depre) Violette. Rodney worked as a self employed Auto Mechanic. Funeral services and burial in the family graves will be held in Biddeford Maine. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Spinal Cord Injury Association, c/o Heymann, Suissa & Stone, PC, 1 Church Street Suite 600 Rockville, MD 20850. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. is honored to assist the family with arrangements.