Jess "Rod" Rodriguez

I think about Jess so often, it does not seem a year has gone by sence he went home. Your memory will be in my heart for a long time to come. See you later, partner.

In rememberance of Jess, on this anniversary that is approaching, I think of his mischievous smile and pray that the bright moments of Jess's life continue to shine in the hearts of all who loved him.

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will cherish the memories I have of Jess taking me fishing and helping me with Baseball while my dad was in Vietnam in 1970. Your family will always have a special place in my heart.
God Bless,,,,

Rachel, I really missed not being able to be there in your time of need. Even though I did not keep in constant touch as I should have I will miss my brother and his honeryness. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Wish you all the strength through this difficult time, our Family celebrates his great Life.

Rachel our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family , Linda and Ron Reynolds

Rachael and the Rodriguez family--
We as a family are so sorry to hear about Jess. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow. May God comfort you and grant you peace in the days ahead.

Clifton family (Beverly, Brian & Amburly, Brent and Mark & Jody)

RACHEL: SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. I GOT OUT OF HOSPITAL FRIDAY FROM MINOR SURGERY AND WHEN I LOOKED AT THE PAPER AT 11:00 AM THIS MORNING AND JESS'S FUNERAL WAS AT 10:00, I WAS SO SORRY TO NOT HAVE BEEN THERE. I CALLED JAMES AND HE WANTS ME TO TELL YOU HOW SORRY TO HERE OF YOUR LOSS, HE HAD JUST GOT BACK FROM ARKANSAS FROM SEEING HIS FAMILY AND NOT READ THE PAPER EITHER. WE ALL WILL MISS HIM AND HIS MUSIC. WILL TRY TO COME SEE YOU WHEN THEY LET ME DRIVE AGAIN. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MARLENE DEES

Mike and Kayla - We are truly sorry for your loss. Please let us know if you need anything. Love, Brad and Lora

Rachel and Family:
I enjoyed getting to know and work with "Rod" as we called him at the VA. He was a genuine, kind man with a good sense of humor. I know how you feel, after losing my own husband 2 1/2 years ago. Rod is at peace with the Lord and is watching over you. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.

Dear Rachel and family,
We were so very sorry to hear of Jess' passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all, and wishing you strength especially during these most difficult times.
Most sincerely, Patty (Abshier) and Grant McClain,
and Sherry (Abshier) Cusick

My sister, Tonya has singed in for our family but I too wanted to tell Rachel how much we love all of your family, it is hard to believe that is has been 34 years since we first moved in next door to you. I remember the Tornado Warnings and us haveing to come to ya'lls house because we had no basement, the jam sesions that we got to listen to the munedo and tamale "making parties" and being around your whole family and always feeling like we were one of the gang, you both have been the best of freiends to my parnets and i want you to know that JESS will be truly missed, and all of our prayers are with your family at this time.

My family met Jess and Rachel 34 years ago when we lived next door to them and have remained friends ever since. I was only 2 or 3 but i remember a lot about it. I remember making "manure" (i couldn't say menudo), him singing (my favorite was "Sneaky Snake") and more recently all the times at Lake Texoma. Jess will be greatly missed! I hope Jess and Rachel know how many memories they have given to me and my family over the years and how much we love them. Rachel know our prayers are with you and the boys.

Rachel,
You know I'm going to miss my mow buddy! Cody would always get such a kick watching me and Jess have mow wars! We love you Rachel and will be just next door.
You and Jess have always been the best neighbors anyone could hope to have.
Tanya & Cody Selby

Mitch:
So sorry to hear about your dad. Wanted so bad to support you at the services today but am not able to make it. Hope you can drop me a line. Would love to see you. Brenda Gile Laflin, [email protected]

My thoughts and prayers are with you Rachel and your family. Jess was such a good man-- always seemed happy and caring. He had a wonderful voice and I know he is singing in heaven.. May God bless you and yours in this time of sorrow.

Dear Aunt Rachel and family,
Uncle Jess touched so many lives. I still remember when he came home from the war. He brought me a pink record player. I played that thing for years! I also remember him trying to see if I could bite my big toe! I will miss him as will many others. I love you all.

Though I didn't get a chance to know Uncle Jessie very well, I do remember his laugh and smile. My sympathy to family and friends. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers.
(One of Johnny's daughters)

Dear Rachel and Family,
You already know how much Jess will be missed by so many, including his Derby High School classmates. Those who saw his talent as a great dancer in those long ago years are not surprised that music continued to be such a rich part of his life. May your good memories of so many years together comfort you--and may Jess rest now in peace. God bless your family.

Derby High School Class of 1960

Today, my father called and told me about Jess. There are so many memories of the fish fry's at the Johnson's. Rachel, Mike, and all our friends who have known our families for years will always remember Jess as a loving person whose heart was full of laughter. Although a few years have passed since I last saw Jess and Rachel I remember him sitting in his chair in the back yard, under the tree visiting with old friends that met every June for the fry's. Those were great times. Our deepest condolences are with the Rodriguez family. Mike, I know my brother will help you through this, he loved your dad too. Our prayers are with you all. Jeff & Gwen Mullins

Mr. Rodriguez was my little league football coach when I was around 12 yrs. old, he coached Michael's team. He was a good coach and a better man. Sorry for your loss, Travis Bourn

Dear Rachel, Michael, Mitchell & Jeff,

I worked with Jess and became a friend besides being a co-worker. He taught me how to take care of our veterans with respect and caring. I will not forget his presence in this world as he made it a better place to be. You are in our prayers.

In loving memory of a wonderful man. Jessie, we will love you and miss you always.

Rachel, Mike & Jeff, you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

I met J-Rod about 1978. I have met a lot of people but none have impressed me as much as Jess. He was real and genuine. He was one of the best singers in this part of our word. I had the pleasure and privilege of performing music with him for many years.HE WILL BE MISSED... Our condolences to Racehel and the rest of the family.Thank you Jess for being part of our life....

I met J-Rod about seven years ago as we both excercised at the same time at the Derby Senior Center. He was such a joy to know and to have him as a friend. Even though I moved five years ago, I still miss him and our coffee visits. Jess was a great person, and my hero as a veteran. Rest in Peace my friend.

Dear Rachael and Family,

Oh my goodness, where do we even start with telling you how much we love Jess. He was so funny, and always made us feel welcome whenever he saw us or when ever we came to the house or Senior Center. We will always appreciate that in him. Our hearts are full of gratitude for knowing this wonderful friend, Husband, Dad, & Grandfather. We Thank God everyday for our paths crossing in this life. God Bless your family and May the Perpetual Light shine upon Jess always.

September 21, 08
Happy Memories of you Jess.
Sleep Peacefully.
As always,
Bill Macy

My thoughts and prayers will be with your family at this time of loss. Uncle Jessee will always be in our hearts. Blessings to you all. (From Johnny & Rosita's daughter in FL)

I had the privilege of working with Jess for many years at the Veterans Administration. He was such a joy to be around. He was such a kind, considerate, and caring person. He always had a smile on his face. I know you will have wonderful memories of the time you had with him. I know I will. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I love you and you are in my thoughts.

I remember when Aunt Rachael first started dating Jess. I thought, wow, he was cool and good looking! That first impression of this handsome couple lingers indelibly in my memory. They will always be together...won't you, Jess? My love to you Aunt Rachael and family. I'd like to share a couple of pictures of that coool couple.
Love, Gloria

we are so sorry for the loss.our prayers are with all of you.we will miss himgreatly.him and dad are hnging out watchin out for all of us.love all.

my thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.we lost an awesome man i peersonally will never forget him.i am here for you as he was for me when i lost my father.i will miss him very much

Dear AUNT RACHEL, Take consolation in knowing that in dying we are born to eternal life.Use this time to make a celebration of Uncle Jesse's life.I will always remember the ease with which he could make people laugh!You are in my thoughts and prayers. Chris

MY LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. I WILL ALWAYS HAVE VERY FOND MEMORIES OF JESS. HE WAS ONE OF A KIND.GOD BLESS.

Jess was my most precious friend. He was the finest singer and drummer I ever had the pleasure to work with for over 15 years as part of 4-Wheel Drive Band. But our relationship went far beyond that. He was like a brother and we shared so many good times together that I could write a book about it. He touched thousands of lives with his music, humor, faith and generosity. I'm really going to miss him. To Rachel, Mike, Mitch and Jeff, my sympathy and praryers are with you at this time of loss and always. God bless you Jess and your wonderful family.

There is a silent strength within each soul, and that strength is multiplied for those who remember that they do not walk in their path alone. Written by Thomas J. Edwards.

We will fondly remember the fun Jess brought into our personal lives and the humor he brought to the Four Wheel Drive Band.

May the universe shine brightly on Rachel, Mitch, Mike, Jeff and their families.

Uncle Jessie, I did not get to know you as I have Uncle Albert and Uncle Joe, you will truly be missed. My condolences to Aunt Rachael and the family. Love your nephew.

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Dear Rachel, Michael, Mitchell & Jeff,
We've lost a good friend. Sorry for your loss. Jess fought a good battle but now he is at peace. He had some times hunting and camping down here. He will be missed.
Dale, Ellen and Kenny Titus

Aunt Rachel & Family,
God bless you and the family; we love you and will truly miss Uncle Jess.

I met Mr. Rodriguez to help him with physical therapy. I always admired his determination to do his very best, even though it was difficult. My condolences to his family at this time. Rachel, I lost my beloved husband, Dean, 3 years ago (9-20-05), and I have an understanding of what you are going through right now. You are in my thoughts and prayers.