Fernando Rodriguez

Fernando Rodriguez obituary, Fresno, CA

Fernando Rodriguez

Fernando Rodriguez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sterling & Smith Funeral Directors Inc. - Tulare on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Fernando (Nandie) Rodriguez, at 90yrs of age, has passed on 5/21/2025 of natural causes. He is survived by his sons, Eddie, Paul Rodriguez, daughter Theresa Rodriguez, grandson Jonathan. Garcia, granddaughter Nicole Rodriguez; sister Marie (Tita) Lane. He is predeceased by his son Fernando Rodriguez Jr. He also leaves many nieces & nephews. Fernando was a resident of Fresno for 34 yrs and Tulare Co, for 55 yrs. He was employed as a laborer, working in the Winery, foundry and for a commercial garage door Co. He also worked tirelessly upkeeping his Apartments. in Fresno. He enjoyed outdoor camping, fishing and boating with his family. He enjoyed Talking to people and telling his stories to anyone that would listen. He had a love for music and the guitar and many instruments and a little gambling at local casinos. His children and grandson brought him lots of Joy. He will be forever missed and loved. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Fernando, please visit our Tree Store.

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