Roderick was born in 1974 in East Cleveland, Ohio where he was raised and attended the Cleveland Public School system graduating from Shaw High School in 1992. He went on to attend Bowling Green State University graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work with a concentration in mental health. Roderic has held several positions working with diverse populations including, autistic adult males, geriatrics, mental health, and addictions recovery. He currently holds a position in Construction/Facilities Management.

Roderick is a father of twin boys, Jordan and JeVaughn, and a daughter, Amani. He lived in Upper Marlboro, Maryland for 20 years before returning to Cleveland in the fall of 2016. Roderic is an active member of the Ecclesiastics lodge #120 of Cleveland, Ohio and 2019 Mason of the Year recipient for his dedication and commitment to serve the lodge and community. He is grounded in faith as a member of The Greater Safeway Baptist Church of Cleveland, Ohio. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, horticulture, nature, music, cooking and spending time with family.