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David R. Rodriguez December 29, 1937 – November 10, 2025
David R. Rodriguez, 87, of Saddle Brook, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, David was known for his generosity, love, faith, and lifelong dedication to helping others.
He proudly served as a Union Delegate, advocating for fairness and respect in the workplace. A man of Catholic faith, David touched many lives through his kindness, love and compassion. Even during the most difficult times, David found ways to be happy.
He is survived by his children, David Rodriguez and Marlene Peña; grandchildren, Devin Baron Rodriguez, Ricardo David Peña, Desiree Peña, and Lissette Peña; and great-grandchildren, Ricardo Carlos Pena, Damon David Coleman, Kairi Lynn Coleman, and William George Coleman.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 18th, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Alvarez Funeral Home, 66 Passaic Avenue, Passaic, NJ 07055.
“It’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years. What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.”
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