Rodney Ira Canant, 52, of Woodland, Alabama, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026.

Rodney was born in Austell, Georgia, on March 18, 1974. He dedicated more than 30 years of his life to working as a pipeline welder, a career in which he took great pride. Above all else, Rodney deeply loved his family and cherished every moment spent with them.

A man of strong faith, Rodney loved the Lord with all his heart. He was known for having a servant's heart, always willing to help anyone in need without hesitation. Through his kindness, compassion, and ministry work, Rodney made it his mission to lead others to Christ and share God's love with those around him.

In his free time, Rodney enjoyed hunting, fishing, and making lasting memories with his family and friends.

He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Melissa Canant; his daughter and pride and joy, Alexa Canant; his beloved grandson and buddy, Banks Crawford; his precious mother, Barbara Canant; and his loving sisters, Angela and Danielle Canant.

Rodney was preceded in death by his father, David Canant, and his brother, Rusty Canant.

The family will receive friends at Martin & Hightower Funeral Home on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM EST.

A funeral service will be held to honor and celebrate Rodney's life on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST in the Chapel of the funeral home with Happy Howard, Richard Harrison, and Jimmy Lester officiating. Interment will follow at West Georgia Memorial Park with Rick Chapman officiating. Richard Clack, Adam Lee, Tim Patterson, Jerome Arrington, Kenny Gage, and Josh Vinson will serve as pallbearers.

Rodney will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him, but his faith, kindness, and legacy of love will live on in the hearts of many.

Messages of condolence may be shared with the family at www.martin-hightower.com. Martin & Hightower Heritage Chapel is honored to serve Canant family.