Robert L. "Bob" Rodrigues

Robert L. "Bob" Rodrigues obituary

Robert L. "Bob" Rodrigues

Robert Rodrigues Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DeLong-Baker & Lanning Funeral Home and Cremations - Zanesville on Sep. 29, 2025.

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Robert L. Rodrigues, 75 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on September 28, 2025, at his residence.

He was born on February 25, 1950, in Acushnet, Massachusetts, son of the late Manuel P. Rodrigues Sr. and Dorthy (Fox) Rodrigues-Santos. Bob proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He worked for many years as a mechanic with Henry's Tires in Massachusetts. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing, fishing, and woodworking. Above all, he loved spending his time with his family and loved ones.

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Patricia Rodrigues; son, Robert Rodrigues Jr.; 2 daughters, Theresa Bagley, Tina Rodrigues; grandchildren, Letarsha, Janessa (Dray), Kaine (Tori), Cameron (Cassie), Ariana (Gary), Blayne (Katelynn), Joshua, Jeremiah; great grandchildren, Rylee, Cooper, Shaelyn, Karter, Jazlyn, Kaesen, Trinity, Archie, Juniper; 2 brothers, Michael Rodrigues and William Rodrigues; 2 sisters, Theresa Rodrigues and Maureen (Ronald Santos) Rodrigues; special niece, Amanda Finch; special sister-in-law, Sue Swope; special brother-in-law, Mark Swope; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; and special dogs, Spring, Ivy, Ninja, Luna, and Sol.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Manuel Rodrigues; sister, Margaret Rodrigues; niece, Tiffany Santos.

A dignified cremation has been entrusted to DeLong-Baker & Lanning Funeral Home following services.

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