Jose A. Rodriguez

Jose A. Rodriguez obituary

Jose A. Rodriguez

Jose Rodriguez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Heritage Funeral Home – East Side - Farwell on Sep. 19, 2025.

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Jose A. Rodriguez

Passed away peacefully with his wife and daughter at his side on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at age 74. Beloved husband of Mary Kay (nee Sedig) for 40 years. Devoted father to Alice (Kagen) Mantz. Proud papa to Evelyn. Dear son-in-law of Germaine Sedig. Cherished brother of Vidalina Cruz, Adnery Castro, Nydia Green, and the late Ana Hernandez. Preceded in death by his parents Jose and Virginia Rodriguez. Also survived by other loving relatives, friends, and his pugs, Jake and Larry.

Jose graduated from St. John's Cathedral.

Jose retired from NAPA after 39 years. In his retirement, he drove for Jefferson County A.D.R.C.

Jose was an avid golfer, sailor, and historian. He could also build anything and fix anything. He was a talented, passionate, and ambitious man.

He will be dearly missed by all those who knew him.

Visitation will take place on Monday, August 25, 2025 from 10 am – 12 pm at HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME (1901 N Farwell Ave. Milwaukee) with the funeral service to follow at 12 pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions for his granddaughter, Evelyn are appreciated.

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