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Denise Rodriguez Obituary

Denise Rodriguez
January 12, 1957 - June 9, 2021
Sacramento, California - Denise Angela Rodriguez January 12th, 1957 of Sacramento California peacefully passed away June 9th, 2021 surrounded by her family at the age of 64. She was born to Rudolph and Gloria Martinez. Denise was proceeded in death by her husband James Rodriguez and father Rudolph Martinez. She is survived by her daughter Leah Gangl, son in law Michael Gangl, baby Elijah, mother Gloria Martinez, sisters Diane (Armondo), Darlene (Ron), Donna (Michael), brothers David and Donald. As well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Denise worked for the Department of Motor Vehicles for over 35 years, she loved and lived everyday for her family and dogs Rhino and Rocky. She was fun, loud, loved a good time and had a laugh you can hear a mile away. She was also very strong, independent and a true fighter in life, who will be loved and missed by many.
Services to be held at; St. Mary's Cemetery and Funeral Center 6509 Fruitridge Road, Sacramento CA. 95820. Viewing and Rosary; Tuesday July 6th 5:00-8:00pm. Catholic Mass; Wednesday July 7th 10:00am. In honor of Denise's favorite color please feel free to wear a little something red.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Jul. 4, 2021.

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Rayna

April 25, 2023

Aunt niece, it´s been almost 2 years and it hurts me even more today that you´re not here with us. So much has changed since you been gone. I miss talking to you, I wish I could just hear you voice. I love & miss you so much!

Cynthia Reali (Reading) (Viegas)

January 31, 2023

I worked at DMV with Denise for several years and also worked with sister Donna at Cailf. Apparel. Sending my prayers to the family with great sadness. She was a wonderful person, very funny and helpful in many ways.God be with you all.

Andrea Reyes

July 2, 2021

Condolences to the family. I worked with Denise some years ago, she was funny, loved good conversation and shared a lot about her love for family. Will miss you. Heaven has new angel

Laura Valdez

June 30, 2021

My prayers are with you and all the family so heart broken to here you pass work with here 30 years

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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

St. Mary's Cemetery and Funeral Center

6509 Fruitridge Road, Sacramento, CA

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10:00 a.m.

St. Mary Cemetery & Funeral Center

6509 Fruitridge Road, Sacramento, CA 95820

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