Anthony Valentino Rodriguez

Anthony Valentino Rodriguez, lovingly known as "Buddy," was born on May 8, 1986, to Rosa Rodriguez in Denver, Colorado. Globeville is where he was raised and spent his life surrounded by family and friends. From an early age, Buddy brought joy and laughter into the lives of everyone who knew him. He had a gift for silliness and humor, always finding a way to make others smile. Buddy had many passions that made him uniquely himself. He loved music, cherished his collection of Jordan shoes, and took great pride in his Audi. To his family and friends, he was more than just a son, brother, uncle, and cousin-he was a source of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. His presence was felt in every room he entered, and his memory will live on in the hearts of those who were blessed to know him. Buddy is survived by his mother, Rosa Rodriguez, and stepfather, Jesse Castro; his sister and brother-in-law, Jesslynn and Ruel Wiles; his brothers, Emillio Rodriguez-Castro and Johnny Chavez; and his beloved niece, Eniko Wiles. He is also survived by his grandparents, Tom and Liz Shippley; his aunts and uncles, Maria Rodriguez; Rick and Sandra Wanzo; Carmen Rivera and Gaberial Bautista-Santiago; and Joseph and Meagan Rivera. Along with numerous cousins, their children, and a large extended family and many friends, Buddy will be carried in the hearts of many forever. He is preceded in death by his loving grandparents, Jose and Gloria Rivera, and his sister, Raelene Archibeque. Anthony Valentino "Buddy" Rodriguez passed away on August 16, 2025, in Globeville, Colorado, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and family bonds that will never be forgotten.