Juan Ayala-Rodriguez age 78 of Vineland, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 4th in Eagleview Nursing Center, Pittsgrove. Juan was born in Humacao, Puerto Rico to the late Eusebio and Virginia (Rodriguez) Ayala and lived in Vineland most of his life. Prior to retirement, Juan was a laborer for Progresso Foods of Vineland for over 12 years. He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish of Vineland. He enjoyed gardening, music and sharing time with family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Ana Gonzalez. Survivors include one daughter, Nancy Rodriguez of North Jersey and 12 step-children, including step-daughter and caregiver Margarita Madera and her husband Nelson of Vineland. Also 6 Brothers, 5 Sisters, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 8th at 10:00 AM from the Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home 1024 E. Landis Ave. Vineland with Deacon Robert Rodriguez officiating. Burial will follow in Siloam Cemetery, Vineland. Friends and family may gather one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Please visit wbfuneralhome.com to send on-line condolences to the family. Arrangements are under the supervision of WAINWRIGHT-BERNHARDT Funeral Home, Vineland.