Frank J. Rodriguez Sr.
Frank J. Rodriguez Sr.
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488 Humboldt Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55107
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Stacy Rodriguez
April 26, 2024
thank you to all whom wrote and sent condolences to our family. I miss my grandpa very much. he was a great man. May him. my father Michael and my grammy Ramona rest well. Peace and blessings to all
Susan Reyes
February 22, 2007
Bravo to the Rodriguez family!!What a great tribute to Poncho. You all pulled together even after the passing of Michael. God be with you all.May the angels smile on Poncho and Michael Love to you all.
Sister-in Law & "Auntie"
Sue Reyes
Angie Perez
February 22, 2007
Dear Johnny and Auntie Mona,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the Grandchildren as well, we were sadden to here of Uncle Pancho's passing, Uncle Pancho was a great man indeed, his love for his family and his honesty will always be remembered. As I told my children about his passing the memories of their early childhood they talked about when their Nana (Felipa) died and Uncle Pancho came over with gifts but they remembered the Giant Coloring books that he gave them,and the Strength he was to the family in that time of need, as they gatherd and talked about back then, I see the impact that his love and kindness had on them, he will be missed deeply, but will be remembered and loved. We will keep your family in our prayers and thoughts daily. May the Lord Comfort you and your family.
Angie(Verdeja)Perez, Erica. Lorrena, Marisela, & Victoria Perez
Dave Chapdelaine
February 17, 2007
Johnny, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family since we heard about the passing of your Dad. May your sadness be comforted by the Lord welcoming him into heaven.
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Lynn Chartraw
February 16, 2007
Ramona So sorry for your loss.My dad always talked about you two when he was with me. Now they are probably talking over old times.May Frank rest in peace and you find peace in your heart knowing he is with our Lord. Blessing to you. sincerely Lynn Chartraw(Tom Uecker's dgt)
Juan Lopez
February 15, 2007
Ramona Rodriguez and Family,
I was sadden to learn of Frank's passing.
I met Frank in the legislature back in the day, pushing for a farm-worker bill. I was young and learning the legislative process.
Frank promised to help us pass this bill because it was a good bill to help migrant workers.The next session the proposal became law. I admired him for being the only Latino in the House of Represtatives. Later we served together on the Clinica's Board. While I did not see him but occassionally over the years I felt we had a special bond having worked together on a number of issues.
Frank made a difference in people's lives and isn't that what is important?
I will alway remember him fondly.
Mark Rodriguez Sr.
February 15, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys. Uncle Poncho was a very good Uncle to me. I will miss him!!!!
Pelon & Toni Flores
February 15, 2007
Jim,
We are sadden my the passing of your father. I remember him when me and Pelon would go to the dances at the Majestic Ballroom and He and your mother would always be laughing and dancing with my in-laws. Your father will be missed by many. Now he can run the office with the big guy.
Take care and May God Bless.
Debbie Luna
February 15, 2007
Ramona, I offer my deepest condolances over the loss of Pancho. I respect Pancho a great deal and will miss him alot. He often told me that I drove him crazy but he loved me too! God with God Frank Sr.
Gilbert de la O
February 15, 2007
My deepest condolences to the family. I grew up hearing the name Frank Rodriguez. His name conjured up pride, respect and even anger for some folks.
Franks stature with the DFL Party, his long time position with the Labor Union, the 1st Mexican American elected to the Mn Legislature, and his ever presence at Our Lady of Guadalupe, to me Frank was bigger than life.
During the turbulant 60's as we both worked for the betterment of our community, Frank and I were sometimes on opposite ends. We could both agree on the needs and issues, it was the tactics where we differed. I was more into confrontation while Frank was more diplomatic.
However in the last 20 years as Frank and I got to know each other better, I've come to realize that Frank really always had a confrontational spirit in him, sometimes even more than me.
Frank was from the generation that Tom Brokow called the "greatest Generation". Frank didn't complain, he just did. He believed in an honest day's pay for an honest day of work. Frank was a no nonsense type of guy, what you saw is what you got. Frank believed that hard work and personal responsibility can and will open up doors of opportunities. These things were very dear to Frank and he would fight tooth and nail to be there for them, his family, his culture, and his community.
A vivid memory I have of Frank, is seeing his grandchildren in church on Sundays and stopping by to give their Grandpa a hug and a kiss. It was very enduring. I want to close with a poem that I learned at Humboldt that embodies Frank:
"I shall pass through this world but once, any good or kindness I can do for any human being let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again."
To Frank's Family, Our community has been blessed with Franks presence. May he rest in peace, he certainly deserves to.
Debbie Luna
February 14, 2007
Ramona, I JUST WANT TO TELL YOU I AM VERY HAPPY TO HAVE KNOWN FRANK RODRIGUEZ SR. HE ALWAYS TOLD ME I DROVE HIM CRAZY BUT HE STILL LOVED ME.I'LL NEVER FORGET HIM.
penny godleski-andrews
February 14, 2007
It saddens me to read that Poncho has past on. I remember him from the westside flats He and my mother Mary George Godleski, served on the labor union together and my dad Bill Godleski, played softball with Poncho,he was a great help in the community center(the neighborhood house) I remember him hulling us kids to camp owindigo, he was kind and encourageing.As years went on I next remember seeing him at the westside reunions, on those occasions memories flood back. I live in california now and still look up the pioneer press and the loss of 2 great men passing in so short a time is felt deeply. To Ponchos wife and family and friends memories are still in our minds and hearts.Time will not dim the happy foundations that were built as a result of such caring outstanding leaders.May God keep you tucked tightly in his arms. My brother Michael and I send our love and prayers.
KATHY WOLFE
February 14, 2007
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE TO THE RODRIGUEZ FAMILY. I TRULY ENJOYED TALKING TO PONCHO AFTER THE NOVENAS AT OLG. HE WAS A FINE CHRISTIAN MAN AND PRAYED FOR MY MANY REQUESTS.I AM TRULY BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN HIM
Harry & Nancia Weldon
February 14, 2007
I just want to say how great of a neighbor and friend he was to our family. We had such respect for him. He and my mother / mother in law had a secret pact...her cans for his fish. Always had a smile and great attitude towards life and his friends and neighbors.
Sincerely
The Weldon Family
Lana (Santos) Orozco
February 14, 2007
On behalf of my family, I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Ramona, Shirley and Family. May all the wonderful memories of your Husband and Father help you during your time of grief. God Bless You.
Connie and John Reyes
February 14, 2007
Our thought's and prayers are with the Rodriguez family. Frank was a good man who always took care of his family and friends. He will be truley missed.
Deborah Zuniga
February 14, 2007
Our sympayhies to your family. Growing up on the West Side and going to Our Lady you had to have some encountor with Frank. Frank will always be remembered for the pride and caring he had for his church,community and the people who lived there. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Arturo, Debbie & Family
Kay (Weber) Lowe
February 14, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sister Mary Edwin Lanners
February 13, 2007
Dear Ramona and Family,
How surprised and sad I am to hear of Poncho's death. He had called me at the time of Michael's sickness. Poncho was a great asset to Guadalupe School during my years there. And what wonderful times we had at school, church, and your home. Know of my prayers and love.
Sister Mary Edwin Lanners
Tom Risor
February 13, 2007
Our sympathies to you and your family, Frank, Jr. from your old dart team.
Sister Mary Gen Olin
February 13, 2007
We offer Ramona and the family of Poncho our deepest sympathy. We, School Sisters of Notre Dame, promise to remember Poncho and all of you in our prayers. What a great man!
Timothy Leahy
February 12, 2007
I remember engaging in a memorable conversation with Frank. We talked about local politics and fishing. What a winning combination!
Anna - Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marshall Anderson
February 12, 2007
My sympathy to Frank's family. I had the pleasure of working with Frank on projects for the City Of St. Paul. A great guy!
February 11, 2007
Our sympathy to your family. Frank was a very fine man who worked tireless for all of us the west side all his years. He will be missed. Sue & Tom Doyle KC
Tammy Saad Reynolds
February 11, 2007
To Poncho's Family,
I would like to extend my sympathy to all of you as Poncho was one of my coaches and hero's from Humboldt
High School. He was a wonderful man and I am sorry to hear of his passing. We are out of town at this time and cannot attend the services.
Louie Saad and family
Joe Valcazar
February 11, 2007
PONCHO, my pal, my coach and my
very good friend you will
live forever in my mind.
David Plum
February 11, 2007
My sympathy goes to Romona and and family. Frank was a great friend and fellow Knight. We all loved him.
Dave Plum
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