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Josibel Rodriguez Obituary

Josibel M. Rodriguez, 72, passed away suddenly at home in Metairie on January 16, 2021. Josibel is survived by her husband of 47 years and best friend, Luis Rodriguez (Freddy.) Beloved mother of Vianca R Strother. Proud Mimi of Alexis "Lexi", Heidi, and Haylee Strother. Godmother of Lee Kinler. Sister of Robert Mendoza (Charlene) and Sinai Quinn (Andy.) Josibel was born in Honduras, she moved to New Orleans in 1963, residing in Metairie for most of her adult life. She was a longtime member of St. Phillip Neri Catholic Church. Before retiring she worked for Whitney Bank's Corporate office for over 40 years. She was a strong-willed woman. A lover of fashion, people, and traveling. Josibel loved to get dolled up and go out to eat while talking about family, friends, travel, and life. She loved the finer things in life and definitely did things her way. She was preceded in death by her loving, devoted mother Juanita Valverde, father Napoleon Mendoza, and brother Johnny Mendoza. Left to cherish her memory are many friends, loved ones, nieces, nephews, and extended family. No service will be held as per her request. The family invites you to share fond memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 23 to Jan. 25, 2021.

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david landauer

January 25, 2021

Rod & family: We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful wife. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. David & Ealine

Lena Stann

January 24, 2021

Josie, I was so sorry to hear you were gone. I talked to you about 5 wis ago and you were fine. Josie , may you rest in peace, your friend from Whitney bank and after work.

Lena stann
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Cecilia Solorzano

January 24, 2021

I met Josibel in 1965 at Spencer Businesses School. We became friends and enjoy social events. She was very pretty we called her Sophia Loren because of her looks alike, we all had movie star nick names I was Natalie Wood, also Elizabeth Taylor ( from Puerto Rico) Audrey Hepburn ( from Nic) . We had a lot of fun. My condolences.

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