Sandra Kay "Sandie" Rodriguez

Sandra Kay Rodriguez, affectionately known as Sandie to all who knew her, embarked on her final journey on December 8, 2025, in San Antonio, TX, after a valiant battle with medical complications. Born on December 7, 1966, in Waco, TX, Sandie's radiant spirit was a gift to this world for 59 remarkable years.
Sandie's life was a testament to the power of love, devotion, and family. She shared an unbreakable bond with her beloved husband, Mike Rodriguez-a partnership filled with strength, laughter, and unwavering support. Together, they raised a family rooted in warmth and connection, including their son Miguel Rodriguez and his wife Tiffany, and their daughter Marianna Rodriguez. Sandie cherished her role as a mother, but becoming a grandmother brought her immeasurable joy. Olivia and Nicolas Rodriguez were the true lights of her life, and she loved them with a devotion that knew no limits.
Her love for her grandchildren was extraordinary and beautifully lived. Sandie would drive two hours without hesitation to help care for them when they were sick, never once allowing distance or inconvenience to stand in her way. She spent countless days and nights babysitting, bringing Nico to her dialysis appointments, cheering at bike rodeos, and showing up for every moment-big or small-because being present for them was her greatest happiness. To her grandchildren, she was not just a grandmother; she was a constant source of comfort, protection, and unconditional love.
The tenderness she showed her grandchildren echoed the deep bonds she shared with her mother, Dora Alegria, her stepfather, Joe Alegria, her sister, Michelle Boneles, her brother, Joey Leija, and her many nieces and nephews. Sandie was preceded in death by her father, Joe Leija, whose memory remained close to her heart throughout her life. Every family gathering was brighter because Sandie was there, and the sound of her laughter-warm, joyful, and unmistakably hers-will continue to echo in the hearts of those who loved her.
Sandie's academic achievements were marked by her graduation from St. Mary's University, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. Her sharp mind and intellectual curiosity were matched only by her generous spirit. Her life was full of vibrant interests: she could always be found in the stands of football games, golf tournaments, and tee-ball games, no matter the distance. She loved supporting her children and grandchildren in every way, including proudly serving as the "Cookie Mom" for Marianna's Girl Scout troop-a role she embraced with the same enthusiasm and dedication she brought to everything she did. Her garden was her peaceful haven, and her love of crime shows and reading provided her treasured moments of quiet.
Perhaps what defined Sandie most was her heart. She was the gentle guardian of her family-the one who shielded her children and grandchildren with a fierce, tender love, especially whenever Mike's playful teasing went a little too far. Selflessness was woven into everything she did. She lived with grace, kindness, and a deep commitment to caring for others.
In the words of Maya Angelou, "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Sandie made everyone around her feel cherished, valued, and deeply loved. Her legacy is not measured in sorrow, but in inspiration-a reminder to live generously, love boldly, and treasure every moment with those who matter most.
Let us honor Sandie's memory by living as she did-with boundless love, unwavering support, and a selflessness that lifts others up. Her spirit remains a steady, comforting light in the lives of all who were blessed to know her, guiding us forward and inspiring us to be the very best versions of ourselves. Sandra Kay Rodriguez lived a life that was a beautiful portrait of love in action, and her story will continue to touch hearts for generations to come.