Roberto S. Rodriguez

Roberto S. Rodriguez died on March 19. He was 87.

Mr. Rodriguez was born to Martin Rodriguez and Neives Saldana in San Diego, Texas on Dec. 26, 1933.

He joined the military and was stationed at Fort Ord in Marina. He married the love of his life, Maria Luisa Gonzalez, in 1955.

Mr. Rodriguez became active with P.V. Youth Football and was known to many as, "Pops." He helped his son, Robert Rodriguez Jr., coach football at St. Francis High School and helped his daughter-in-law, Mabel, run HAVOC skate shop. After retiring from UC Santa Cruz, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and devoting his time to being the family handyman and plant doctor. He was a dedicated member at St. Patrick's Church, serving as an usher and treasurer.

Mr. Rodriguez is preceded in death by his wife. He is survived by his two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert Jr. and his wife Mabel, and Ronnie and his wife Trudy. He is also survived by six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on April 5 at Mehl's Colonial Chapel from 9am-12:30pm with a rosary at 10am. Mass will begin at 1pm at St. Patrick's. Burial to follow at Valley Public Cemetery.

Published in The Pajaronian · April 2, 2021