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Peter Rodriguez Obituary
Dec 17, 1936 - Sep 5, 2025
Peter Ralph Rodriguez (Pete) was born on December 17, 1936, in East Chicago, Indiana and passed into eternal life on September 5, 2025, at his home in Venice, FL. Pete was a 1956 Graduate of Bishop Noll High School and attended Southern and Western Il Universities. While living in East Chicago, Pete's occupation was a foreman in the 76" Hot Strip Mill at the Inland Steel Company. Deployed in the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman and he was honorably discharged in 1961. Pete was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus Council 9924 Our Lady of Lourdes, Venice, FL, former Newcomers of Venice Alumni, Notre Dame Football Fan Club and the Fun Bunch of Venice.
Survived by his Wife of 64 years, Rose (Nagy) Rodriguez of Venice, FL, Son, Peter Michael Rodriguez, Crown Point, IN, Brother, Ralph (Joi) Rodriguez, Crown Point, IN, Sister, Gloria Verdi Goodman, West Bloomfield, MI, Sister, Debbie (Allan Schachnovsksy), Monticello, NY, Sister, Claudia (Shawn) Martin, Zionsville, IN, Sister-In-law, Carmen Rodriguez, Crown Point, IN. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, 3 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, Son's longtime companion, Sherry Thompson, and best of friends Bob Nauracy. Family members preceded in death: Sister, Grace Plesner, Brothers Eugene and Fred Rodriguez. Services: Funeral Mass, Friday Oct. 3, 2025, 10a.m., Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 1301 Center Rd, Venice, FL.In Lieu of Flowers: The SHARE Foundation with the Handicapped
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Tony Rodriguez
Yesterday
Heartfelt Condolences to Auntie Rosie and Cousin Peter Michael, Sherri as well as all of Peter´s family! Our prayers are with you all. Prayers are also shared with all of my Aunts and Uncle Ralph during this difficult time.
Edward A Ziel
October 2, 2025
Remember Pete and his brother Gene from our days at Bishop Noll. Great guys. RIP.
James Q Spence
October 2, 2025
My Condolences To The Rodriguez Family.
God Bless.
Justine and John Mitchener
October 1, 2025
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Pete was always such a happy guy, he always had a smile on his face, and his laugh was contagious.
May your sweet memories live on within your hearts forever and help you through this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Greg Hedrick
October 1, 2025
I lived two doors away from Pete Rosy and PM on Amy Dr in Highland. Pete was always and fun Happy and friendly guy I cherish those Memories
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