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Linda Townsend, Wife
October 25, 2022
Rodney it's been 12 years and you are still loved and missed always. Your family misses you so much. Rest in the Lord, until we meet again. Linda
Retired and hunting now
william johansen
April 7, 2015
Rod it was a pleasure learning the meat buisness from you and wimp> I was 14 yrs old when I went to work for you.my love of the buisness supported me till I retired at the age of 55 thank you william johansen
Danny King and Rodney Townsend at a birthday party so long ago.
Linda Townsend
December 28, 2011
Hi Baby,
Happy 65th Birthday to you. I Love you so much. Rick and I put out 24 roses for you and your dad. Danny King passed 12-24-2011. You guys were always friends from the time you were born. Love you Honey!!!
Wimp and Rod at the El Norte Store. The Greatest Guys!!
October 25, 2011
First anniversary of Rod's passing. I Love You Always--Linda
Linda Townsend
October 25, 2011
Our wedding reception Feb. 14,1993
Linda Townsend
October 15, 2011
Rod and Brother-in-Law Roy English at New Salem, Illinois. Roy passed away in July 2011.
October 15, 2011
Rod and Andrew playing Giant Checkers 1992
October 15, 2011
Our Wedding Day 1993
Linda Townsend
October 8, 2011
Rod, his Dad, Carroll, Elmer and Charlene, Bro. and Sis.
Linda Townsend
July 31, 2011
Rod at Lake Dixon helping Andrew bring in his first fish.
Linda Townsend
July 31, 2011
Rod playing checkers with our grandson Andrew and Yogi his beloved friend.
Linda Townsend
July 31, 2011
Rod, Linda, my Dad, Cousin Mildred--visiting dad at retirement home
Linda Townsend
June 25, 2011
Wimp & Rod
March 2, 2011
Linda Townsend
December 25, 2010
Hi Sweetheart,
I took a red rose out to you for Christmas. Then I took presents and a card to your mom. I spent the day with Myra's family and it was a blessing as I was missing you so very much. Tomorrow would have been your 64th birthday---Happy Birthday Honey. One day I will be with you again---Loving you---
Your wife, Linda
My 45th Class Reunion
Rod & Linda Townsend
December 15, 2010
Linda Townsend
December 11, 2010
Rodney,
Our headstone is ready and Margy said it is beautiful. I know you would approve of it.
I designed it for us. We had talked about this a few months ago. It shows how much we love each other. Loving and missing you---Your Linda
Rod in Ramona on Roger Hedgecock radio show
Linda Townsend
December 3, 2010
Rod and I at my 45th class reunion
Linda Townsend
December 3, 2010
Linda Townsend
November 26, 2010
Rodney,
Rick, Andrew and I missed you and Marti so much yesterday. You would have been proud of Rick as he helped me with some things that needed fixing around here. I see the love that you had for me in him. He and Andrew were here for me.
Loving you with all my heart--Linda
November 24, 2010
Rodney,
It's the day before Thanksgiving and I am missing you so much. You loved having me make Thanksgiving dinner, your favorite Holiday!! You will be missed more than you could ever imagine---Loving you---Linda
Shannon Falk~Shultz
November 8, 2010
We'll always remember your smiling face and your patient, kind heart. You were a good husband to Linda, and a wonderful grandpa to my kids. You will be missed, and will always be loved.
Joe & Winnie Wind
November 7, 2010
Dear Linda and family,
Although Rod and I had not been in contact for many years it doesn't diminish the fact that he and I and several others from the EHS class of '64 were the best of friends. School chums, working together at Rube's Country Corner, and working for him at Wimp & Rods were the highlights of growing up in Escondido. And the hunting and fishing trips!! Volumes could be written! He will be sorely missed.
So glad,also,to see Rick, Johnny, and Brian. Rod can be proud of his family and vice-versa.
Know that prayers and warm thoughts are with you and yours in this difficult time. Cling to the blessed hope. 1 Th.4:13-18
Gary Shultz
November 6, 2010
All things bright and beautiful,
All creatures great and small,
All things wise and wonderful:
The Lord God made them all.
Each little flower that opens,
Each little bird that sings,
He made their glowing colors,
He made their tiny wings.
The rich man in his castle,
The poor man at his gate,
He made them, high or lowly,
And ordered their estate.
The purple headed mountains,
The river running by,
The sunset and the morning
That brightens up the sky.
The cold wind in the winter,
The pleasant summer sun,
The ripe fruits in the garden,
He made them every one.
The tall trees in the greenwood,
The meadows where we play,
The rushes by the water,
To gather every day.
He gave us eyes to see them,
And lips that we might tell
How great is God Almighty,
Who has made all things well.
Rest in peace Rod and we'll all see you soon.
Rod, Shannon & Ken Falk at Teryn & Ryan's wedding
November 6, 2010
November 5, 2010
I have such wonderful memories as a child going to Wimp and Rods with my father and Wimp and Rod always greeting us warmly. I still remember them now. Much love to your family! Bate Family
Linda Townsend
November 4, 2010
Rodney,
Thank you for the love and care you have given me over the last 18 years. I am so glad we fell in love and became husband and wife. You were always so kind and thoughtful of me. Thank you for all the times you asked me out to dinner because you knew I was tired after work. You never missed my birthday or our wedding anniversary. I have cards for each one and they will bring a smile to my face when I read them in the coming years. You always picked out the most beautiful cards. We had some wonderful times visiting the kids in Oregon and our trips to Illinois & Missouri and Maui, Hawaii. You had one more place you wanted to go, Alaska. I wanted to do that for you after you healed from the surgery you were supposed to have. I will miss your smile, and your I Love You's and your hugs and kisses. I love you with all of my heart and I wanted to bring you home from the hospital so much. But God had other plans for you. One day we will be reunited in his love.
Love always your wife, Linda
Donald, Tina & Micah Klempel
November 4, 2010
Linda and Family, We are sorry to hear about your loss and Praying for you.
Met Rod six years ago when my son, Micah and I went to Tip Top to present a buyer letter to him. Micah was with the Vista FFA. We were instant friends since he found out I grew up on a cattle ranch in Idaho. He always took a few minutes to visit especially before Micah deployed to Afganistan this Spring. We will miss his quirky smile...
Steven Shultz
November 4, 2010
Thank you Rod for being such a wonderful Husband to my Mother. Loving her the way she deserved to be. You will be missed more than you know. RIP
Teryn and Ryan Zirk
November 4, 2010
We Love you Rod.... Rest in Peace... We will always remember you wonderful kind heart. Our Prayers go out to you, Gramma. May God bring you peace and comfort and may you always cherish your memories of your Beloved
Cal and Janet Bono
November 3, 2010
Rest in peace, Rod. Your job is well done. EHS Class of 1964
Doug Moss
November 2, 2010
I have known Rod for over 30 years and he has always been a friend and supporter of our FFA students and families at San Pasqual. He always wanted to do " what was right for the Kids". Thank you to Rod and his family that supported him.
Always
Doug Moss
Sara Benner
November 2, 2010
My prayers go out to the family. I am an Ag teacher and have known Rod for 12 years. He was always up beat and generous in his support of the FFA students and our programs. He will be missed. God Bless.
Gordon Calac
November 1, 2010
I remember Rodney (as he was called in those days) way back to elementary school. He always had a smile and was quick to laugh. He was a true friend to all he knew. One of the most genuine guys you could know. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. Although I haven't seen him for many years, I know he will be missed by all who knew him.
Gordon Calac
Irvine
Rod at the lake in Sisters,OR while visiting Brian and Johnny
Linda Townsend
November 1, 2010
Sheryl Reid Mercado
November 1, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Rod at our Granddaughter's wedding in Washington State
Linda Townsend
November 1, 2010
November 1, 2010
From a fellow alumni of EHS rest in peace.
Virginia "Gina" Pulido Chandler
November 1, 2010
Linda, we are so sorry to hear about Rod. We always had our pigs cut & wrapped at your store. Our prayers are with your family at this time. Bob & Mardelle Flack, Santa Ysabel
Mike Wheatley
November 1, 2010
RIP!! Rod you'll be missed!
The Crew @ TMP Mechanical, Inc
November 1, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Rob Chatham
November 1, 2010
So sorry to hear of the loss of our school mate and friend. We love the memories of Carrol Townsend's grocery store when we were all kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Rob Chatham
Class of 64
November 1, 2010
Linda, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. We have such great memories. God Bless Rod who is now resting with our Lord.
Bill and Shirley Russell
Kay Galyean
October 31, 2010
Love and hugs at this difficult time.
Scott and Lydia Thomson
October 31, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
October 31, 2010
George Nelson
Donald Nelson
Tommy Vargas
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