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Andrea Rodriguez Obituary

Andrea Stoddard Rodriguez 34, of Bethlehem Township, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at St. Luke's Hospice House. She was a Spanish teacher at Phillipsburg High School, and was the wife of Johnny Rodriguez, Jr., with whom she shared over four loving years of marriage. Born in Allentown, Andrea was the daughter of Thomas Grant Stoddard of Dillsburg, PA and Louise Stoddard of Allentown. She attended Whitehall High School where she was a member of the varsity swim team. Andrea attended West Virginia University, graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Spanish and a Master's degree in Education. She taught Spanish at Allentown Central Catholic High School in Allentown, PA for 4 years and later at Phillipsburg High School in Phillipsburg, NJ. In 2010, Andrea married Johnny Rodriguez, Jr., a Pennsylvania State Trooper, from Bethlehem, PA where they lived for the past 5 years. Andrea was passionate about her two dogs, Lulu and Chulo, and she was an enthusiastic animal lover, rescuing many stray dogs and cats over the years. She also had a beautiful collection of orchids adorning her home. Survivors: Her survivors include her husband Johnny; parents and step-mother; brother Stephen J. Stoddard, and many, many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends. Services: A service to celebrate Andrea's life will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 12, in the Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden Street, Bethlehem 18018. Calling hours will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 PM on Wednesday evening in the funeral home. A memory tribute may be placed at www.longfuneralhome.com Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions in Andrea's memory can be made to the Musella Foundation, for the Oligo Fund, at www.virtualtrials.com/oligo or by check to Musella Foundation, 1100 Peninsula Blvd, Hewlett, NY 11557; or to the Lehigh County Humane Society at http://www.thelehighcountyhumanesociety.org/Donations.html, or by check to the Lehigh County Humane Society, 640 Dixon St, Allentown, PA 18103

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 9, 2015.

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May 7, 2015

Jonny,Tom,Steve, and Louise I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget the care bear she made me when she was 5 yrs old for my son who had just passed away at that time. I still have that care bear to this day... She will be deeply missed. My prayers for your loss. She is now a angel whatching over all of you..

Adam Roethlein

March 23, 2015

Johnny and family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Andrea. We grew very close when we worked at Outback together and I went to your wedding. I remember when we went to Great Adventure and road roller coasters all day and she told about this great guy she met finally!
May you and Andrea and family be a at peace.

Lyndsie O'Brien Hesener

March 21, 2015

Deepest sympathy to her husband and family. Remember many fun times with Andrea in school and with swimming.

Amanda (Martin) Brady

March 20, 2015

Johnny,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sue and Pam Vass/Boyer

March 12, 2015

Tom and Steven, We are so sorry to hear about the end of Andrea's courageous battle. You all fought the fight and our hearts are broken for your loss. Peace to you, Prayers for strength and comfort

Heidi Tulish

March 12, 2015

All our thoughts and prayers to her family and friends .So sorry for your loss what a beautiful woman and angel she is .

William and Yvonne Ortiz

March 11, 2015

We are truly sorry for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and know that you and your family are in our prayers. God Bless, The Ortiz Family.

District Court 03-2-06, Donna,Maria,an Angie

March 11, 2015

Johnny, we are so sorry to hear about your wife. You are in our thoughts an prayers.

Samantha

March 11, 2015

This candle to remember Andrea is in honor of Tom Stoddard, her father, and his tireless efforts supporting countless families besides his own seeking information and support online. He is a hero in the brain tumor community and now with courage and grace he has his own Angel. To all who knew Andrea I pray that happy memories may sustain you through times of grief. God Bless you Tom and all gathered.

Mary Beth Lane

March 11, 2015

Andrea was always bright, sweet, and classy. I enjoyed teaching with her. Prayers.

Michael Trobetsky

March 11, 2015

Louise and family my condolences on the loss of Andrea she was great young lady, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this loss.

Jacky Cruz

March 11, 2015

Cheg. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your lossmy thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Emily and Mike

March 10, 2015

Johnny, Tom and Louise-
Our hearts go out to you and your families. Andrea was a beautiful person inside and out. We will cherish every moment we got to spend with her over the years. She will be watching over us from here on out. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.

Kara Konrad Abruzere

March 10, 2015

Johnny,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful wife. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Lucy & Ashraf Labib

March 10, 2015

Dear Louise and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Andrea will always be in our hearts as the most beautiful and thoughtful person we ever got to know.

Carol & Keith Thomason

March 10, 2015

Dear Louise, Our deepest symathy to and your family. Words alone cannot express the sorrow we feel. The bond between a Mother and a Daughter is one of the greatest gifts in life. I am so sorry that she was taken so early in her journey. But, God has selected a beautiful Rose for his garden. May you find strength and courage from a heart filled with love and memories.

March 10, 2015

Prayers for the family.

Diane Miller

March 10, 2015

Louise I am so sorry for your loss

Amanda Stiles Branecki

March 10, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Andrea's passing. She and I were like sisters when we were young and my heart goes out to the family. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts.

March 10, 2015

Johnny,
We can still hear Andrea's beautiful voice reading her Matron of Honor toast to Valarie and Daniel on their wedding day. It was a heartfelt tribute that shall last a lifetime. She meant every word of it.
She truly is an angel and now she joins them to watch over and continue to love you from afar.
Much love and comfort,
Rosemary and Dick Haber

Jan Pavelco

March 10, 2015

Andrea will always be your beautiful bride. My prayers are with you.

Lauren & Ray Mahon

March 10, 2015

Dear Johnny,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Roberta Sheckler

March 10, 2015

I love to hear about my former students, but it breaks my heart to read their obituary. I shall always remember this special little third grader who brought a smile to my face each and every day she was in my class. My sympathies to the family. God Bless you Andrea. You are definitely an angel.

Doug and Katie Malitsch

March 10, 2015

Dear Johnny and family,
Our deepest condolences to you all during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Stay strong.

March 10, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss, there can be no greater pain than losing a child. Just take one day at a time, and keep busy. Keep remembering all the good memory's.

Thinking of you and your family,
Lois

Anonymous

March 10, 2015

Such a beautiful Woman. May she rest in Heaven..

Antonio Colon

March 9, 2015

To Johnny,
I am truly sorry for your loss. My Heart goes out to You and the rest of the Rodriguez Family as well as Andrea's Family!! Love You Cuz!!!

Judy Vanacore

March 9, 2015

Tom and family
My heart goes out to your and your family in this most difficult time...stay strong and be assured your daughter is at peace and is now one of God's angels.
May all your great memories be with you and get you thru the next few days and beyond
Take care and reach out if you need anything at all
Judy Vanacore

Tyra Symia Caudill

March 9, 2015

Johnny
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful wife!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time!!

Jeff & Tiffany Ramos

March 9, 2015

Johnny,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Andrea. It was an honor to have known such a great person and we will truly miss her. May god embrace you in comfort during this difficult time.

Kaitlyn Roethlein

March 9, 2015

I worked with Andrea for about a year at outback. She was such a great influence on me as I asked her a lot about teaching and was going to college for it. She was never anything but nice to everyone even if I felt they were truly painful guests to deal with :). She just constantly smiled and laughed and dressed like a model! She's a gorgeous soul and will be truly missed.

Ken & Amy Kramer

March 9, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Ray andPeggy Gencarelli

March 9, 2015

Johnny, So sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful wife. Our sincere Condolences to you and your family. Do not dwell of her death but cherish all your wonderful memories of your beautiful wife.

Debbie Dolan

March 9, 2015

Johnny,
Years pass and many people come and go. When I heard of the passing of your beautiful wife, memories of your time at ND flooded my mind. Please know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless all!

Norberto & Maggali Colon

March 9, 2015

Keeping you in our prayers in your time of need. May she rest in peace, and remember that we're here for you...love you!!!

Michael Zumas

March 9, 2015

Johnny, I'm so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
May her memory be eternal.

Rob and Tanya Stametz

March 9, 2015

Johnny and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Johnny if you need anything buddy please give me a call.

Cheryl Iobst

March 9, 2015

Louise, I just cannot find the proper words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Andrea was a beautiful woman, and I am sure a great daughter, I know her mother is. Please take care and know you are thought of during this hard time in your life. Love, Cherie(Rohrbach)

Cheryl Iobst

March 9, 2015

I am so very sorry for the loss of your wife and my dear childhood friend , Louise's daughter. My heart goes out to the entire family and friends of Andrea. She is at peace now and will live in your hearts forever. Sincerely, Cheryl Iobst

Herb Rieger

March 9, 2015

Jonny I remember you telling me about her the 1st time you met her. You met her on the bus that you took to go watch the Phillies game. You tried to play it cool as all the guys on the bus were "sweating her" but you weren't. I will never forget the excitement in your voice about Andrea and to even think that I would believe that you weren't also "sweating her". It was obvious to me that by the way you were acting after just meeting her that you also felt that deep connection you two had. After a few months of hearing about how amazing she was I finally got to meet her. That's when I found out why you were so in love with her. She was truly all that and more. I feel blessed that we got to know her. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed. Eli and Noah also send their regards and are saddened by your loss.

Josh & Mandy Kopp

March 9, 2015

Johnny and Family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Please accept our sincere condolences. Although I never met Andrea, her compassionate and caring personality seemed to touch so many in such a positive way.

Betsy Colon

March 9, 2015

Johnnie & family,

We are so, so sorry on the loss of your lovely Andrea. We will miss all our fun times with her....Please let us know what we can do to help.
With much love and sadness...
Ed & Betsy

Dale Stoddard

March 9, 2015

Words seems so insufficient, I cannot imagine the agony of losing a child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole Stoddard clan. Stay strong, Cousin Dale and Family

March 9, 2015

Knew Andrea through my ex-wife. She was a good person with a special soul. Her fight will continue to be an inspiration to everyone. God bless

Johany Villeda

March 9, 2015

My deepest condolences,sorry for your loss.

Heather Geiger

March 9, 2015

Andrea was a wonderful friend .. My prayers go out to all of her family..She was loved and will be missed.

March 9, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss of a beautiful young woman, friend, daughter, wife. Her father, Tom, has shared Andrea's story over the years on the Oligo website that so many of us subscribe to. I have been on it since my husband was diagnosed almost 7 years ago and have followed her through Tom. She was an amazing woman and taken from her loved ones too soon. our thoughts are with you as you endure and try to keep on with your lives. Know that people all over the country and the world know Andrea through Tom and are saddened by this loss.
Donna and Roger Rainey
Dallas, Texas

Ryan Celia

March 9, 2015

Johnny, So sorry for your loss. Stay strong during this tough time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Omayra Rodriguez

March 9, 2015

I'm sorry to hear about your loss and my deepest condolences. May she rest in peace. Love you primo. Xoxo

Susan Kauffman

March 9, 2015

Louise and family. No words can express our sincere sorrow and sympathy. May God give you strength and may the love of your friends and family surround you. From your friends...Sue and Lee Kauffman

March 9, 2015

Que Dios bendiga familiars y a chegui. Y le de mucha fortaleza a cada uno d ustedes de parte de Dios.

Jimmy & Daiane Blanco

March 9, 2015

We stand by our cousin, in a time where his beloved wife passed away. May God rest her soul in peace.

Audra (Hoffman) Kahr

March 9, 2015

Johnny,

My prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

God's garden must be beautiful, since he only takes the best.

Dana Lemesh

March 9, 2015

Johnny, I am so sorry for your loss. Andrea was a wonderful friend with a good heart. I value the years that I had the opportunity to know her. My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.

March 9, 2015

Louise, Tom, Steven and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Andrea was a beautiful happy, soul. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Love Debbie Moser/Estes and family.

Stacy (Zellner) Dreher

March 9, 2015

Steve and the rest of the Stoddard/Rodriguez family -
My deepest condolences in the loss of your sister, daughter, and wife. Words are never adequate in moments like these nor can the words take your pain away. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Nanette Calderon Colon

March 9, 2015

Johhny & Family ~ My deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful wife. May God give you all strength & comfort your pain in this difficult time. God bless you & May she RIP

March 9, 2015

To Johnny and Family - Andrea was such a wonderful addition to your life. She brought a sense of humor and candid "Johnny photos" that made us all laugh with you both. Her strength was unmatched. We will always miss her and cherish her friendship. May God bless you in knowing that we are all here for you.

- Rob, Jill, Todd and Kyle Mahady

Angela Eckhart

March 9, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss, Johnny, and we will always remember Andrea fondly...you are both in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Jon & Angie Eckhart

March 9, 2015

Tom, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that you are lifted with good memories and love. Hugs to you, my friend. Love, Erin and Adam Kanter

Gina Santiago

March 9, 2015

My condolences go out to Andreas entire family... She will be greatly missed.

Allison Sayre

March 9, 2015

So very very sorry to hear of this. To the family I hope you find comfort in knowing she fought a very strong fight, she was a wonderful person. Will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Veronica Lessa

March 9, 2015

With our deepest condolences and much love.

Omar and Sarah Torres

March 9, 2015

Johnny and Family we send our deepest condolences at this very tough time. We pray god gives you the strength you need to get through this and the months to come. Our love and prayers to you all so sorry.

Brie Fox (Dolan)

March 9, 2015

I had the pleasure of meeting Andrea while working at Bodacious! What a beautiful woman inside and out! Her smile and bubbly personality always brought such joy to the salon. My thoughts and prayers to her husband and her family and friends. She will be missed!

Danielle N

March 9, 2015

So sorry for such a terrible loss. Ms.Stoddard was my spanish teacher at Central. Everyone loved her class and she made it so fun for us. Rest in peace <3

March 8, 2015

Spanish class with you was an exciting journey. You will be greatly missed. Prayers and love to all your family.

Heather (Englert) Mastropieri

March 8, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Andrea. I still remember playing together on Pennsylvania Street.

Vita Mazzola

March 8, 2015

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Hard to believe such a beautiful person inside and out! heaven has another angel! rest in peace Andrea, you will truly be missed

Vanessa Fenstermacher

March 8, 2015

Heaven has gained such a beautiful angel. Sending my deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Tiffany Tapler

March 8, 2015

Steve and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Keep close the memories and know Andrea is always with you. Hugs and prayers sent your way.

Vie and John saldibar

March 8, 2015

RIP Andrea

Vie and John saldibar

March 8, 2015

Johnny so sorry to hear of your loss. I only met Andrea twice but she left a very special and loving impression. You could see how you both loved each other. My prayers are with you and your family.

Shawn Tapler

March 8, 2015

Steve, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and thought are with you and your family during these times.

Chris Eismont and family

March 8, 2015

J-Rod, she was taken too soon. God bless you and your families throughout this these trying times.

DAK krimmel

March 8, 2015

Prayers for u Johnny.

George Makhoul

March 8, 2015

Gone way too soon. You were always a great friend growing up.

Brian Hamedl

March 8, 2015

Johnny, I'm so sorry to hear about this terrible loss. Prayers are with you and your family during this tough time. Stay strong. She is now pain free looking over all of us. Hang in there.

Cory and Liz Kempinski

March 8, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Andrea. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones.

March 8, 2015

Johnny,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May god bless. Andrea was a great person and will be missed.

Kathy and Lenny Behler

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