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1923

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2018

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Dorothy Rodriguez Obituary

RODRIGUEZ, DOROTHY B., age 94, Mayflower descendant, WWII Navy veteran, died 2/15/2018 of natural causes at Jackson South, holding the hand of her beloved son. Dossey graduated from UMass with a BA in Nutrition Science. She lived a Life of Service: WWII vet; career Air Force wife & mother; community volunteer extraordinaire. Survivors include: son, Charles; daughter, Pamela; granddaughter, Liza; Brother-in-law, Dave; Sister-in-law, Glo; numerous nieces, nephews, special friends, and "adopted daughter" Lynne & her children. Dossey was predeceased by: her husband, Lt. Col. Earl B. Rodriguez; her son, Bradford; her older sister, Jane, and spouse, Woody, and their sons Peter & Rick; her younger sister, Anne; and her baby brother, Paul. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 1 at 10:00am at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church 14260 Old Cutler Rd. A full obituary can be found at Stanfillfh.com. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to: St Andrew's Outreach Committee, Fairchild Tropical Gardens, or your favorite charity.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Feb. 25, 2018.

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March 3, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing how much God cares for you and He will help you during this time. (1Pet. 5: 7.

The Scott Family

February 26, 2018

To the family of Mrs. Rodriguez, my sincere condolences. Celebrating a life well lived, you will cherish the memories forever. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Psalms 62:8 mentions, "God is a refuge for us, pour out your hearts at all times". I hope you are able to find some comfort now and in the days to come.

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St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

14260 Old Cutler Rd., FL

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