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Wazza
April 2, 2024
Wazza, Head Drum Builder in Perth, Western Australia Beautiful Man. A Gentleman...
PLF
January 26, 2024
We just finished reading Eastside Dreams with my students who are in a specific situation in their lives. They really enjoyed the book and had deep discussions about how they see themselves in the book. Thank you for you honesty and insight into the life you led, that gives our youth a glimpse of what could happen, for the good and bad. All of my students said they enjoyed reading your book. They all wanted to say "thank you". I know that is a book, filled with your life lessons, that they will never forget. Thank you Art Rodriguez, Rest in Peace.
PLF@ IJH
Bianca Perez
August 4, 2023
I remember Art Rodriguez. He was an amazing person. I was very fortunate to have met him when I was still in highschool. He came to visit my school which was crazy. Everyday there was a gangster fight. But the moment he came and read from his book east side dreams it seemed as though the fights where not important anymore. And life began as though reborn. He was a wonderful person and will be truly missed.
Wazza Balgera
January 5, 2022
A Gentleman, so sad, I just found out...I met Art around 1981, I was Chris Brady's first drum builder, and Art used my concert kit I had built for myself at the Entertainment centre in Western Australia while he was touring with " Manhattan Transfer " Condolences to the Family and Friends of this very talented & amazing person. Meeting & hanging out with him was one of my most memorable experiences in my life. He made my kit, an 8 inch x 14 snare, toms 6 x 6, 8 x 8, 10 x 10, 12 x 12, 14 x 14 & floor Tom's 16 x 16, 18 x 18 & bass drum 20 x 20 sound epic through the massive sound system at sound check, gave me goose bumps...
Blessings
Wazza
Perth, Western Australia.
Pat Anthony
January 17, 2011
I am really shocked reading about Art's untimely passing and send my deepest sympathy to his great family. I had the good fortune of playing bass with 3 of the greatest drummers of our time and Art was one of them. Played with him in the late 70's in Reno and a few jobs in LA. He brought my playing up several notches. I always remembered him as a cool, good-hearted, great and fun loving person. Sorry we lost touch. Art is a real loss to our society but also a real gain to his being here. RIP Art.
Imelda Ramirez
June 8, 2010
I was lucky enough to have met you personally when you spoke at a couple of the high schools here in the East Side of San Jose. You have touched and will continue to touch the lives of hundreds of kids and their families and communities through your books and example. Thank you for all you have done. God Bless you and your family.
Jasmin Campos
May 11, 2010
Art Rodriguez, I am saddened by the fact that I never had the pleasure of meeting you personally, but I rejoice in the truth that is that you have eternal peace. You have done so much for my younger cousin and for many people from all crosses of life. There is no way to repay your generosity, but I am sincerely grateful. The big man in the sky needed you up there and I can clearly see why, you were truly an inspirational and wonderful person. Rest In Paradise.
Roseanne Villarreal & Family
April 14, 2010
Art was a very Talented Writer, he will be greatly missed, our Condolescences to the Family.
Mike Gamboa
April 14, 2010
To a good Buddy who will be Greatly Missed, Your Buddy
Joe & Frances Contreras
April 14, 2010
Sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one, Art will be Greatly Missed
Our Condolescences to the Family.
Mary Lou Salinas
April 14, 2010
Art will greatly missed.
Laurie Weckesser
April 13, 2010
Art's East Side Dreams is the one book I can put in the hands of my students who feel like no book can ever speak to them. And they are always spellbound by his story of places they know, people they live with, challenges they face. I will always be grateful for his honest, inspiring words.
Anne Ken
April 13, 2010
I am so saddened by this news. He has been an inspiration to me and to all the students and staff at Woodside High School. I will always cherish the many times I got to talk with him and hear him speak to our students. I will sorely miss him. My condolescences to his family. I know he cherished all of you and was inspired to keep his story alive for all of you.
KAtrina Schneider
April 13, 2010
You were truly an inspirational man. Your story, spirit, love, compassion, and energy will live on to touch and inspire for generations to come. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world, you have made a difference and I hope that brings some comfort to your family and loved ones.
Sabrina Ogle
April 12, 2010
Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Valorie Parra
April 12, 2010
Uncle Art, I love you, and you and your great big hugs will be missed. I feel very proud, amazed, and thankful about how strong and supportive your family is, and i know this is something you helped teach them. They are strong with the hope you helped show them, loving, like how you were, and support not only each other but the rest of us who are hurting because we miss you, just like you would be doing. Thank you for all your love and wisdom.
April 11, 2010
Louie Sandoval
April 10, 2010
The "LORD" send "Art Rodriguz" to save us, many of us never got to meet the man who without knowing, saved so many lives. Now that his work is done, The "LORD" has called him home to sit beside him in "GLORY" and "PEACE" and one day we shell to sit beside them.
"I know not where they road may lie, Or which way mine will be; Only a thin vien hangs between' as "GOD" keeps watch on mine."
louie sandoval
April 10, 2010
a great man who has touched many lives and has yet to touch many more. diffenately GOD sent.
Rick & Linda Melendez
April 9, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 8, 2010
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Tobie Schweizer
April 8, 2010
You came and spoke for my students at Branham High School several times, and many of my kids said that yours are the only books they have ever truly read. You will be missed.
April 8, 2010
I"ve know Art my whole life. Me and brothers and sister used to hang out with Artie and Daniel in the big back yard. When the girls came I was so excited I was able to do sleep overs. I remember one night me and Elise colored on the walls. I was scared I thought BIG Art was going to spank me but he didn't.I have nothing but good memories hanging out with Art and his family. I know I will see him in Gods Kingdom. I will keep his family in my prayers. Tracy Orona-Rivera
Lynette Murillo
April 8, 2010
There are no words to take away the pain that we feel when losing a loved one. We can only hold on to the momeries in our minds and hearts. Sending our deepest condolences from a good friend Joe "Cuate" Murillo kids. We will keep you and you're family in our prays GOD BLESS!
Paul Soto
April 8, 2010
I enjoyed your book , you were a good man, GOD keep you
Benson & Lisa Look
April 8, 2010
Our family has known Art and Flora, the kids and grandkids for about 20 years. Always we have felt their love and concern, experienced many joys and good times with them. We will miss Art so much! However, we will see him in Paradise earth without his pain and limitations (Revelation 21:3-5). Love, Benson-Lisa-Josiah and Nathaniel Look
April 8, 2010
Art, good friend for many years. we go back into the 60's. We will never forget you and what a genuinly real person that you wer'e. Your sincerity, kindness and especialy your sense of humor. You are in our hearts forever. RICHARD & DOLORES SALAZAR
TISH & MARY ACOSTA
April 8, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Garcia
April 8, 2010
* Thank you for giving us a voice and inspiring our communtiy to do better. We are grateful and know you are walking with God.
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