Blas Gomez Rodriguez Jr.

Blas Gomez Rodriguez, Jr., age 74, passed away on October 28, 2025. Born in Carrizo Springs, TX, in 1951, Blas carried the warmth, resilience, deep family values of his South Texas roots throughout his life.

After graduating from Texas Technical College, Blas began a distinguished career in transportation, serving as Regional Transportation Manager for Tesoro Oil and Gas Company. Following the decline of the oil boom, he transitioned to public service as a Certified Transportation Training Manager for the San Antonio Independent School District. Even after retirement, Blas continued to serve his community as a Special Needs Bus Driver – a role in which he was instrumental in helping children develop vital social skills. He worked closely with parents to address challenges and support developmental goals, leaving a lasting impact on countless families.

Blas also found great joy in bringing smiles to others during the Christmas holiday season. He regularly participated in local Christmas concerts and fundraisers, playing the role of Santa Claus – a tradition that brought him immense personal fulfillment and delighted children and families alike.

Blas followed in his father's footsteps to become a 4th Degree Knight for Council 10181 of the Knights of Columbus. He proudly served in numerous Honor Guard opportunities and was deeply committed to helping others through the organization. His dedication to faith, service and brotherhood was a source of pride and purpose – Vivat Jesus!

He is survived by his son Javier Rodriguez and partner Kim, his daughter Rubie Olvera and his beloved grandchildren: Mark, Madelynn, Alicia, Jason Jr., Jaylynn, Alex, Rose, Melina and Ella. Additionally, he is survived by his cherished great granddaughter, Adelina.

He is further survived by his siblings: Esperanza (Ray) Hall, Jose (Cindy) Rodriguez, Guadalupe Rodriguez, Anna (Martin) Schultz, Oscar (Lina) Rodriguez, Juanita Rodriguez, René (Moses) Rodriguez, Cosme A. (Jamie) Rodriguez, Rebecca (Patrick) Tietyen, Daniel (Terrona) Rodriguez, Carey Ann (John) Preston. He was a proud Uncle to 25 Nieces/Nephews and a loving great-uncle to 26 grand nieces and nephews. His life was also graced by a host of close friends who will miss his warmth, wisdom, humor and beautiful smile.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Blas Gomez Rodriguez, Sr. and Margarita Salinas Rodriguez, along with a host of grandparents, great grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends who welcomed him with open arms throughout his life.

Services to Honor Blas’s Life

A visitation will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Chapel Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery (7735 Gibbs Sprawl Road, San Antonio, TX 78239), with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

The Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church (2829 Ackerman Road, San Antonio, TX 78219).

The Burial Procession will immediately follow the Funeral Mass at Chapel Hill Cemetery (same address as the wake), with a small reception to follow at Chapel Hill. While all are welcome to attend the burial, please ensure you are safely following the directions of the Police Escort enroute from the Church to Chapel Hill.

Flowers may be sent to St. Joan of Arc Church or Chapel Hill Funeral Home. Additionally, if you wish, please register at Chapel Hill viewing and reception, for a small remembrance gift which will be mailed to you within the following weeks. It is something Blas wished for all attendees to have.

Blas’s legacy lives on in the lives he touched and the memories he created. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.