Johnny Rodriguez

Met him years ago when I was in high school w/Charlie Pride! Corpus Christi, TX. Saw him several times since. Loved him dearly!!!

I will miss him but have great memories of seeing him in person si many T
Imes in Texas and in other states where we lived Rest in peace!

Saw Johnny in person, at his concert at Kachina Lodge in Taos, NM. His thousand watt smile and twinkling eyes were unforgettable. What a presence. And his voice was emotive and amazing. Vaya con Dios, Juanito. Rest in peace.

He was the 1st artist to show me what country music was supposed to sound like. I believe he should be in the country music hall of fame...every time I hear him sing I just cry. This coming from a lady who is a rocker chick who loves rock music

With saddest condolences

What an incredible artist. The first song I ever sang in a honky tonk was "Pass Me By" I loved Johnny Rodriguez who didn´t. After years in the music business recording and opening for other artists I finally got the opportunity to see Johnny in person back in 2019. I´m so grateful that I did he was still awesome after all these years. RIP Johnny and thanks for the music and the memories you will be missed.

I´ve always wanted to meet Mr.Rodriguez, but never did get the opportunity. Man I hate that! He will always be in my heart. I absolutely adore his music.

He was a great singer with a beautiful voice. May he RIP

Johnny was a dear friend. When we were young kids Johnny and his Dad would come to my parents home in San Antonio Texas. His Dad and my Dad were friends. I will dearly miss him. May you rest in peace Johnny. Condolences to the family from the Juarez family.
Jane Juarez Alvarez...

RIP Johnny
Condolences to family and friends.... KRG

Loved his music! He was great!

Hoping for peace and comfort for Johnny´s family knowing he is at peace and with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.
Johnny became part of our family in the 1960´s and early 70´s. He spent a lot of time at our home in Uvalde and ranch in Regan Wells near Garner State Park. My older brother Richard "Dickie" Green was with him when they caught and barbecued the goat at Garner Park. My brother and I took him to Alamo Village to meet Happy Shahan for his job interview and the rest is history. He always waved and motioned for us to come back stage at venues we attended, he never forgot where he came from and loved and cared for his family dearly. Rest in peace old friend and may God bless.
Sincerely,
Kenneth Green

I last saw you @ Traders Village You were about Seventy. But you still had your beautiful voice. RIP, your family knows how many were fans of you consider me one . Love. David G Cantu

Johnny, I hope your reunion in Heaven, with all those who have gone before you, was a great one. Went to the Celebration of Life they had for you this past Sunday at Texas Pride BBQ. It was a great day! You'd have been so overwhelmed by the people who came out to honor you. There were musicians there that I hadn't seen in many years. Some from the 70's, (members of your old band & crew) musicians I hadn't seen since the 70's when I worked for Crash Stewart. I don't get around too good anymore so I didn't see everyone, but seeing all the people there who followed your shows was awesome. You were so loved, I hope you know that. I will see you again one day. Miss you so much.

I saw Johnny here in Va in early 70´s. He was so gorgeous & I´ve loved him all these years. He was a great artist but never got the recognition he deserved from Nashville. He should have been in the Country Hall of Fame years ago. I love his beautiful voice. Condolences to his family & friends. May he rest in peace.

I was so saddened to learn of Johnnys passing. Ive loved him and his music since the 70´s when i first heard it. I still listen to it often. Rest in peace now Johnny. Your reward has been waiting for you, now given.

R.I.P., dear friend, you will never be forgotten. I carry your memories
in my heart and in your music. My condolences to your daughter, your
mother, who I meet at one of your concerts and was invited to seat at
her table during the concert, if she is still living, and your family. God bless.
Your friend,
Carolyn Rodriguez
Garland, Tx.

It took my breath when I heard Johnny had passed away. From 1972 I loved his music & such a gorgeous smile. Rest & fly high with the angels. You are already missed by so many. My deepest condolences to his entire family.

Such a talented singer,it just broke my heart to hear of his passing,he will be missed by so many.Prayers going up for his family

I´ll miss your wonderful voice and painful passionate lyrics!
We lost you was too young my friend!
Cathy

Johnny may not be with us in body but he will always be in our hearts! His music could take me away to somewhere I had never been and always put a smile on my face! My cousin and I probably saw him in concert over 20 times! They are memories that we will never forget! Keep singing in heaven and we will keep listening!

Johnny, you and I had fun hanging out with each other in Albuquerque, I will miss you dearly. Rest in peace my friend.

Johnny Rod I met about 2 yrs ago in Nashville wonderful guy just a shame Life took over like it sometimes does RIP Johnny Rod sing away

Blessed with good looks, that smile, personality, and musical talent, you brought so much joy to others and faced your many challenges with true
Tejano grit and determination. You can rest in peace now; you gave it your best.

I first heard Johnny sing on WHN country station in 1972. I fell in love with his pure rich vocals. I bought all of his albums and still play them today. I was so lucky to have seen him perform three times over the years and to meet the warm and handsome man that he was. Rest in peace Johnny, you were the best and your legacy will live on.

My sincere condolences to Johnny's children, family, friends and fans.

Johnny was always so very good to me and he will always have a #1 special place in my heart.

I know God met him with a big smile saying, "Come on in here son. Job well done, life well lived, you did the best that you could do. Now get on in here and claim your manison."

I will always love you, Johnny. I will never forget you and your kindness.

Till we meet again....
Love,
Tammy LaDawn Spurgeon-Barker

So sad to lose another great singing artist. I have loves his music from the start of his career.

I have loved Johnny since 1976, beautiful voice!

As a young reporter, wanting to build a career that somehow involved the entertainment industry, I was given the chance to cover Johnny's concert in Dallas as both a Journalist and Photographer. Johnny made sure I got great shots due to his charisma and great smile. He wore black slacks and a copper satin shirt. I still have some of those photos. I got to meet him after the show and talk. He was so sweet and so genuine. I saw him again through the years after moving to Nashville where I had built a career as a Tour Photographer. He still had that great smile. A light has gone out in our world with his passing.

Johnny Rodriguez had a profound musical influence on me from the very start. I remember being awakened by the clock radio one morning in 1972 in Stotts City, MO to the sounds of "Pass Me By". I was, in a word, electrified.

I bought a copy of the single, put on my headphones and binge-listened, trying to sort out every detail. Everything about that record - Hillman Hall's song, Johnny's voice, Pete Drake's steel, Johnny Gimble's fiddle, and the more subtle contributions of Pig Robbins, Jerry Kennedy and Buddy Harmon, all wove a texture that became a template for me as I started a career in music a few years later.

Johnny, you were part of the soundtrack that took me from late adolescence and into adulthood. May you rest peacefully and may your loved ones experience the grace of God.

We've lost an American treasure, but the music lives on.

Condolences to Johnny's family.
He was a great "true country" singer, one of the very best. Love all his songs! His music will live on. R.I.P. Johnny!

I grew up on your music in South Texas. They played your songs at rodeos. RIP

So many fun memories of time spent with Johnny. Many trips to airport, hanging out after his shows. He will be missed so much. Proud to have had him for a friend.

My grandson and johnny in my shop he was. The inspiration behind my grandson getting into singing country music love you johnny .t.Tommy whtaker

The biggest Thing that ever came out of Sabinal,Tx was Johnny Rodriguez.

I'm good u I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc rip. I loved his music etc. He seemed like a nice guy I will miss him so. No rush take care

My dad Ted Staples former JP of Bee County met Johnny many times but his most memorable time was in Tuleta, Texas where he lives, my dad is 89 years old and he wanted to make sure this picture was posted, God Bless.

My name is Lisa Edwards Johnny was very special to me my absolute favorite country singer. I had the pleasure of seeing him 2 times in concert. May he Rest InPeace.

I meet him over 50 years ago and always Listen bought ever thing he sold just in love that smile and the person he was

So sorry to hear of Johnny Rodriguezs passing. Happy shahan would call me from time to time to pick him up at the San Antonio airport. My name is Mike roselle from brackettville. He will be missed by many.

I have loved you since I was 12 years old, back in the 70s. Your sweetness and constant beautiful smile, your kindness to everyone and your wonderful laughter inspired me throughout my life. I have always kept you in my heart. Your beautiful heart was visible to everyone. I look forward to the day when I can see you again and hear you sing We Believe in Happy Endings in Heaven. May The Lord bless you and keep you and let His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace (Numbers 6:24-26). Love always

So sorry for your loss, he will be missed. He was one of the greatest country singers, loved his music.

So sorry to hear of Johnny´s passing. I had the pleasure of meeting him and spending time with him in the early 80´s. He had the most beautiful voice and was so kind and sweet. I´m so happy to know he had a wonderful wife and daughter. He so deserved a wonderful family. I have some photos that I´ll look for to share. Everyone in El Paso loved him. Keep singing Johnny, we will hear you in our hearts.

I sure loved Johnny Always will I saw him twice in person I hope to see him again in Heaven Such a talented man!

Me and my brother sing his songs at our country show that is a small town dance 2 hrs at a senior citizen center but it's big to us and we are at home on that little bitty stage me and my brother and 3 other close friends and we pack the house and dance floor and we sing old and new country with waltz song or two and a few old time rock and roll but riding my thumb to Mexico was and still is my favorite we are sad at his passing prayers for his family from the silver edge band in Arkansas

My Condolences.

Rest easy Johnny Rod... Your troubles are over...

My husband name is also Johnny Rodriguez and we have always listened to Johnny Rodriguez songs.He was a great singer.He will deeply be misses

keeping singing in that big sky heaven, you will be remembered and missed.

I have been a fan since his beginnings. I am still in disbelief. My children grew up listening to his music. We had the opportunity to see him several times. I continue to watch his videos and listen to his music everyday. May the Lord grant him eternal rest and peace.

I have loved Johnny Rodriguez and his music since I was 18 when I first heard him sing Pass me by. I am 71 now and I continue to listen to his enchanting and beautiful voice. Johnny is one of a kind. Rest in our heavenly Father's arms Johnny.
Love you

In loving memory of a special person with an awesome voice I will always love you. God bless you and your family.

My condolences to the family , I met Johnny back in 1973 , he was playing at an H-E-B picnic in Hondo city park .

Forever missed- and loved

See you down the road Johnny !!

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Johnny Rodriguez. I loved his music very much. Will miss him dearly.

A golden voice to a golden young man who was chosen. I fell in love with his music. I was proud. I love 70 I like Uvalde I love that part of Texas many memories and when I heard he was from there, and his songs were so good. I still can sing them in my mind. God bless you, Johnny, the golden voice from the greatest state Texas rest in peace, young man you still had a whole life to live in my condolences to his family.

Really loved his music and he seemed to have a good sense of humor. RIP and God Bless the family, friends, and all who loved him. Sending love and prayers

Thank you for the beautiful music that you left behind. As I listen to your songs I'll return to yesterday. Miss you.

My condolences to Johnny's family. I fell in love with his voice and recordings in 1971. I have his first album and he signed it for me at the Peoria County Fair , IL. I just watched him singing on YouTube before I knew of his death. He was a great singer and musician. I am so glad he had a supportive and loving family. I will miss him greatly.

I met Johnny in 1972...and continue to enjoy his music. You are truly missed and will have you in my .

I had such a crush on Johnny in the 70s. Finally got to meet him in 2010. He was a great singer songwriter and we´ll be missed

To the family my condolences .Since the 70´s loved his music . I know he´ll be missed .Rest with the Angels Johnny .

My deepest condolences to the daughter and family and friends of Johnny Rodriguez, love his music , his passing hit me and stay up at night listen to his music. Used listen to Johnny's music back in the days when I lived in Texas and now in Europe, rest in peace Johnny , your music lives on forever, and let the angels watching you!! Adios

I had the pleasure of meeting and having a couple of cold beers with Johnny "El Tocayo" at The Deer Crossing Saloon, Selma, Texas ! Vaya con Dios mi amigo! -Johnny Flores

To Johnny's Family.
May he rest and the Angels watch over his family and himself.
He was a kind man with a soft heart.

I am saddened to hear the news of the passing of one of country music´s legends, Mr. Johnny Rodriguez.
Johnny Rodriguez was the first country music artist that took his time to meet me and for me to get my picture with. I could have spent hours talking to him about music. since then I got to meet his daughter and his wife and they are just as warm and kind as he.

RIP Johnny

Your friend
Little Joey

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Had a few drinks with Johnny at Rascals in Corpus Christi. He was a good man. Rest in Peace Ole Friend.

Our condolences to the Rodriguez family may he rest in peace

My favorite country singer gone but not forgotten. I have seen him atleast 5 times and last one in Branson with Ronnie Milsap. Such a great voice. RIP Will miss ya forever.

I have been a big fan of Johnny for the past 50 years. Loved his music and many year ago had the opportunity to sit down and have a cold one with him. May god bless his family during this difficult time and may Johnny rest in Peace. You will truly be missed.

We miss you already Johnny. RIP.

I have been wondering what to say for a few days now,
Should I crack a joke or would that be in poor taste.
I know one thing for sure seventy three is to damn young.
I don't think we'll hear another sound like JR and that really too bad.

My heartfelt condolences to John's family he will be missed thank you for sharing John with us , we shall one day be all together again my prayers are with you always.

I will always remember seeing Johnny's sweet smile in the halls of Sabinal High School. He was so happy he would throw his head back in laughter and was also surrounded by his friends. He was such a great guy.

I send my heartfelt condolences to Johnny´s family. I met him in Lake Tahoe decades ago. He was with Charlie Pride and others. Introduced me to Sammy Davis Jr. He was a charismatic gentleman with a great smile and a lovely heart. RIP my friend

So sorry to hear of Johnny´s passing. Loved his voice and songs as I still listen to him all the time and will forever! My condolences to his family.

I remember when Johnny started out. As soon as I heard him I bought every record and CD. I was never lucky enough to meet him. I still have him on my playlist on my phone. He was very good looking and I thought
the world of him.
I'm so sorry to the family for their loss. I can't even imagine the heartache.
God Bless and prayers for the family.

Johnny will be deeply missed. My first concert was July 4, 1975 and I was hooked. Over the years, I traveled many miles to attend many concerts. I will treasure all the wonderful memories and fun times I had and appreciate the fact he always remembered my name. He possessed a smooth, strong, and clear voice. My favorite song will always be "Savin' this love song". I will listen to his music now with sadness in my heart. Love you Rodriguez. Rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to his family and many close friends.

I was so sad to hear of Johnny's passing. His music will live on forever. There will never be another like him. I extend my deepest condolences to Johnny's family, friends and fans. I finally met Johnny in person on September, 1984 in Augsburg Germany and I started going to his concerts in 2006. He had a beautiful voice like no other, and he will never be replaced. I will miss him so much. Johnny, rest in peace in God's loving arms. my friend. "We're Over.'

My heart is heavy from the loss of Mr Johnny Rodriguez Evenings i´ll sit outside , listen to his songs , and sip on a cold one.

Johnny was a great country singer. The country he sung was so much better than what it is now I grew up listening to him. RIP amego.

I'm so sorry for the his family's
Loss , johnny rodriguez was my all time favorite singers , my heart is broken to loose such an amazing singer , I have listen to his music since I was about 10 years old ,
There will never be another Johnny Rodriguez , I wave all his songs loaded on my phone I listen to every day , and I will continue
To listen to those songs ,
( to the family of Johnny Rodriguez ) my prayers are with each and every one of you in your time of sorrow .
He had the greatest voice as a singer , God gave him so much talent.
He will be missed each and every day .
Sincerely ,
kathleen Sheely .

I remember meeting Johnny when he performed at a venue here in Fort Worth TX called the speakeasy. He captivated me. He will be missed

Unconditional love,given&received to all&from all was his gift as well as his music. I'll never forget him sitting @ the table in the Silver Dollar,Bob Dumas club in Corpus Christi, playing the guitar &singing Desperado, rivaling Don Henley with the purity of his voice&heart!

Rest easy amigo. Via con dios

Your music will forever remain in our hearts. I was terrified of airplanes but I got on one in order to see you in concert in Corpus Christi. I was so sick afterwards but nothing was keeping me from hearing you sing that night. You could sing & melt our hearts and it helped that you were so darn handsome!! We pray for peace, strength & comfort for your beautiful daughter. Our condolences to all your family, friends and loved ones, Johnny. Rest in heavenly peace. The music in heaven is even sweeter now.

I was and still am his biggest fan. I played his music on a 8 track
Player. I still have them. Thank you Johnny for all your beautiful music.
RIP I will miss you always.

Bell County Texas loved Johnny his many concerts in the county were sold out . He will live on ....

JR A Legend, thank you for your Great music over the years!, may you Rest in Peace my friend. Peace and comfort to your family Country Family. I enjoyed all your albums and many concerts I was fortunate to attend!!!

Your music will live forever!

Peace be with you , you were a true legend . Your music will live for ever

At the age of 7 yrs old. I met Johnny, for the first time. I stopped by my Dad and Mom, friends. They were all having afternoon cocktails and I was looking for swimming pool money, for a few of us, $.50 cts, each.
As an adult, truck driving, now, first love. I met Johnny, again, good times and then. They were blessed times. And very much, sadly missed.
Thankful for being apart of his life.

We're going to miss you, old friend.....See you on the other side in heaven..

One of my favorites of Johnny´s is That´s the Way Love Goes you´re singing with the angels in heaven

Your music will live in our hearts forever. I will miss you and remember you as well. All condolences go out to your family, and thank you for your support during this difficult time. Rest in peace. Johnny.

I have always enjoyed your music. RIP Johnny. Prayers for the family and friends of this talented person who left us too soon.

I met Johnny Rodriguez through a friend of his Bobby Dale Barrera, at Vernon's BBQ in Corpus Christi TX. I had been a fan since my early years through my Bros n cousins while riding with the Christian Motor Cycle organization.
I was fortunate working Christi Spohn hospital when he suffered illness n he recognized me asking if I wouldn't mind going to What's Burger for him. I did and he autographed a tape for me which was priceless. He shared stories with me of times he spent with not only my bikers friends but memories of family Id known their stories n he verified each story, My grandson n I started attending his concerts around Texas.
He was always very polite and gave my young grandson amazing memories still today of recognizing him in a crowd n taking time to shake his hand n visit with him.
My grandson had suggested we get a leather vest for him as a thank you for the attention he always took time out to say hello to him with unbelievable amount of fans around as such a young lad.
We did do that and tried to send to him several times but always returned, and one time We drove to concert and tried getting vest to him but security wouldn't let us through which was ok we were lucky so many times in the past for him to enjoy those hellos and see my grandson admire his talent n most thoughtful spare time to say hello.
I am hoping my grandson n I can find a way he can get that beautiful jacket to his daughter Abruy that we had designed for his big Award he was honored with for CMA LIVING LEGEND OCT 16, 2019.
MY grandson will be home on leave from the United States Marines in July and that was his dream n Mr Rodriguez told him go for it n get your dream no matter who tells you that hard to get into
Today I'm a proud fan of his and of my grandson paying attention to advice his friend Johnny Rodriguez always was never too busy to spare a moment to acknowledge my grandson at such a young age.
Hopefully we can find a way to get this awesome memory to Johnny's family.
Sincerely d.l. Brooks and Harold and JD my grandsons.
My devoted prayer to the family

Johnny´s voice, his sweet smile, his humbleness, his genuine friendships were like none others.... He was one of a kind! Fly high, sing in God´s choir and Rest in eternal peace .

Was so delighted to witness you in concert @ Miller Outdoor Theater, Houston, when I was sixteen years old. Best concert in my memory. From then on, you became my favorite singer. Thanks for all of your songs and your voice! You will be missed by many...