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John Paul Rodriguez

Pittsburg, California

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John Paul Rodriguez
January 27, 1928 - November 23, 2016
Resident of Pittsburg
John Paul Rodriguez passed away on the eve of Thanksgiving at his home. Surrounded by his loving wife of 66 years, Jessie Avila Rodriguez, his children; John, Michael, Sylvia, Steven, Stephanie and Leticia, along with their respective spouses, nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, family and friends.
John was born in Pittsburg, CA to Abraham and Vicenta. Raised by his Uncle John with brothers Robert, Pasqual, Jose and Cousin Paul Vega. He joins all at a banquet in heaven, survived by Paul.
John worked 40 years at US Steel, served in the army, was usher for the Good Shepherd Church and was very active in the community.
He continues to be loved and will be missed all the days of our lives. People will remember him as a kind and giving person who opened his home and welcomed all.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at 4:00pm with a vigil at 7:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Thursday, December 1, 2016 at 10:30am at Church of the Good Shepherd. Burial with Honors will follow at 1:30pm at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, Dixon, CA.


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Mike and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. My hope is gods loving touch will sooth your hearts and comfort you in this difficult time.

Belasco Family

Just wanted to say how much I regret not being there with the family to grieve the loss of a great man, my Uncle Johnny.

The Rodriguez boys Robert, John, Pasky and Joey had many obstacles as they were growing up but when their mother died at a young age and their father was ill, they were fortunate to have had uncles who stepped in and loved them as their own and ensured they grew up with good morals and values. I will miss Uncle Johnny but I am consoled knowing that he has gone...

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