ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A 32-year-old man who died this week from blunt impact injuries after going on a roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort’s newest park used a wheelchair. But his family said it never stopped his unwavering spirit.

The family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala in an online post described him Friday as “one of a kind.”

“Despite the restrictions and obstacles he encountered throughout his life, Kevin met them all with grace, strength, and an unwavering spirit.,” his family said “He overcame so much, and he did so with quiet resilience and humility.”

Zavala, who lived in Kissimmee, Florida, was pronounced dead at a hospital Wednesday after riding the new Stardust Racers roller coaster, which opened to the public in May with the debut of the Epic Universe park. The ride is d

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