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2000
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2020
Benjamin Rodriguez Obituary
Benny graduated from Kofa High School in 2019 and had recently started college at Arizona Western Community College. He was not married. He worked as a Host at Texas Roadhouse.
Benny is survived by his parents Rudy and Sally Rodriguez, brother, Bobby (Kathryn) Rodriguez; sister, Jennifer (Ian) Reeve; paternal grandparents, Genero and Evangelina Rodriguez; nephews, Jadyn Sanchez, Damien Sanchez; nieces, Kyley Reeve, MiCaylee Rodriguez, Kaitlynn Rodriguez and numerous aunts and uncles.
He is preceded in death by his sister, Jessica Rodriguez; Grandfather, Vincent R. Reyes and Grandmother, Mary L. Reyes; great-grandmother, Connie Noriega.
According to his wishes he will have a private cremation. A memorial service will be held at Saint Francis Church on Friday, October 2, 2020 at 11:30. A celebration of life will be held immediately following at the Yuma Civic Center, East Room.
In lieu of flowers, the family will accept donations at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/fight-with-benny
to assist with final arrangements.
Our family wishes to thank all those who played a role in helping to comfort Benny during his journey. Specifically, the staff at Phoenix Children's Hospital who he became very attached to over the last five years. Additionally, a heartfelt "thank you" is sent to Dr. Sonal Subbu and her staff for all the accommodations they provided for him.
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Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Rodriguez
Ray Montalvo
October 7, 2020
Rudy & Sally,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your son. Prayers to the both of you & the Family. May he rest peacefully in the arms of the Lord.
Frank & Jane Orduno
October 4, 2020
Condolences to Rudy and Sally Rodriguez. Prayers to all the family! God Bless you Benny, RIP!
Jody Huebner
October 4, 2020
My words will never be enough to bring you comfort but know you are always in my prayers to find comfort with family, friends and good memories of Benny. I can't even imagine your pain of him being in heaven but also the relief he is no longer sick and in pain. Nothing but love for your family.
Sharon Perry
October 3, 2020
Sally and Rudy, you have both endured a pain so deep in losing two dear children, I cannot even begin to imagine how you cope except that God is by your side and lifting you up every day. Benny and Jessica are such beautiful souls who are an example to us all of how to carry on with grace and you two as parents have had much to do with that - such a lovely example to us all. Hard as it has been, thank you for being that shining light as God has worked through you.
Julian Reyes
October 2, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. R.I.P Benny
Jon & Tracy Jackson
October 2, 2020
Mr. & Mrs. Ian & Jennifer Reeve,
My heart truly goes out to you and yours in the lost of your brother Benny. Although I never had the privilege of meeting him; following his trials and successes online, made me feel a bit close to him. No, I will never know the heart ache you may feel, I know that you're also smiling about the joy and great memories he brought to your lives. I pray that God's Comfort embraces you and yours during this your time of bereavement . I as well pray a special prayer for Mr. Rudy and Mrs. Sally Rodriguez. Father please hear our Prayers.
Valdez Agustin Family
October 2, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with bennys family❤
Claudia Torres
October 1, 2020
May the love of friends and family soften your sorrow and sadness..well miss u Benny!
Carlos & Kim Rodriguez
October 1, 2020
In loving and blessed memory of Benny. We will miss your smile and spirit Rest In Peace. Our hearts and prayers go out to Rudy, Sally And the entire family.
Colleen Fox
October 1, 2020
Benny you put up a good fight you are cancer free and are finally cure Rest In Peace !! Benny’s parents / family are in my thoughts and prayers
Louise Gill
October 1, 2020
Never k ew Benny personally but i have followed you faithfully on Facebook. Im so sorry for your family's loss. God needed you to fly with the Angels. We will forever carry you in our hearts. Your memory will never leave us you fought like a warrior but God saw that you were tired. Fly high sweet Angels watch over all. RIH you will be missed
Nancy Lopez
October 1, 2020
I’m loving memory of Benny, I will forever cherish the times we had together working, he was one my closest friends at Texas Roadhouse and I missed him everyday after I left. I really wished I could’ve said bye to him. I love him forever and always. My condolences to you guys. RIP Benny ❤
Laura Hurt
October 1, 2020
Prayers and positive thoughts for you, Rudy and Sally. No doubt, Benny is in heaven and will forever watch over you. He was lucky to have such loving parents.
Becky Leffler (Herrera)
October 1, 2020
What a loved life Benny had. Sally and Rudy, you two have seen more sorrow that most parents should ever have to endure but I know Benny and Jessica are together up in heaven as we speak, pain and worry free. You two, along with Jennifer and Bobby, are my heroes. I’m sending up prayer upon prayer for your whole family.
Danielle Blassingame
October 1, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jen.
Daniella Hammond
October 1, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Velacita Lopez
October 1, 2020
Rest in Paradise Benny, my heart hurts/happy. Hursts to see you leave looking and keeping up with you and one of my best friend Renee on my FB page felt as you were a part of my best friends group. Happy you will be the angel to watch over all your family to know your happy makes me happy. Thank you for all the good memories on my Facebook I will miss you.
Jennifer Lopez- Grogan
October 1, 2020
Having met Benny when he was a toddler running around playing and laughing with my little sister Sierra, he was such a sweet happy little boy, that grew into a incredibly courageous and wonderful young man. You will forever be missed and always in our hearts.
Dori Duran
October 1, 2020
Rudy, Sally, Jennifer and Bobby. My heart broke when I heard about Benny’s passing. I didn’t know him like I did Jennifer and Jessica, but I felt I did through the story’s an pictures you shared on FB. I do know where Benny got his strength, beautiful smile, kindness and love, that is from you Rudy and Sally. May God wrap is loving arms around you all, as your family goes through the healing process. My Jessica welcome Benny with her loving open arms, and may the both share the love, laughter, and freedom they both deserve. Your family will always be in my heart and prayer. Love you all, and God Bless
ROSE RINGWALD
October 1, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
We know Benny you are home with your Sister Jessica and others in Heaven.
Dean & Peggy Bailey
October 1, 2020
Our Condolences & Prayers to all the family. At a time like this words can not relay the feelings and thoughts to give you the comfort that is required to remove all the sorrow you are feeling. You can only think that he is with GOD and that is a blessing to know his pain is over. He will be missed every day of your life just always remember also MANY others that are unknown to you cared for him & the battle he was fighting. It is always sad to lose one that is so young. He was such a strong snd caring young man. We can all learn from his strength and his smiles. RIP GOD gained another angel.
Lauren Luchtman
October 1, 2020
MiCaylee and I love you so much benster. She already says she misses you watching her grow up. I reminded her and promised her you’ll be watching over her always.
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