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Manuel Rodriguez Obituary

Manuel (Manny) H. Rodriquez joined the heavenly angels on August 9th, 2008 after a long battle with Lou Gehrig's (ALS Disease). He was born on February 14, 1947 in Dinero, Texas to Benito and Concepcion Rodriquez. He graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1966 and played football and sang in the choir. He attended college and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Texas A&I at Kingsville, TX; Master of Science, Educational Administration Degree and a Superintendent Certification from Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi, TX. Manny diligently served his country by enlisting in the Air Force and received an Honorable Discharge as Second Lieutenant. Manny worked over 20 years as a teacher, coach and principal before retiring as an Independent Insurance Broker & Financial Advisor. Manny loved to help people and had a wonderful gift of making people laugh with his witty sense of humor. Manny loved all types of Sports but above all he loved to dance and sing to Tejano & Country music. Manny is preceded in death by his parents and his brother Roque (Rosa) Rodriquez of Holland, TX. He is survived by his wife Linda White, daughter Hilary (Ryan) Wooley, sons Manny and Joseph Rodriquez of Austin. Stepsons Gilbert and Chris Cortinas and In-laws Robert & Ida White of Corpus Christi. Sister Maria Elena (Sam) Contreras of Houston. Brothers Richard (Carmen) of Victoria; Ernest (Carmen) of Bastrop; Raul (Maria) of Fort Worth. He was a beloved Uncle to many nieces and nephews. His memory remains forever in the hearts of many friends and his family. The Rodriquez family would like to thank Dr. Carlyn Jackson, ALS Association, Clinic and Staff and Dr. Applebee and the entire staff at VITAS Hospice and for their support and care. SERVICES Visitation will be on Sunday, August 10th, 2008 from 5 to 8 pm at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North. Services will be held at 12 Noon at the funeral home chapel on Monday, August 11th, 2008. Interment will follow at Mission Burial Park North. You may sign the on-line guestbook at www.missionparks.com under the obituary section. Mission Park Funeral Chapels North.


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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Aug. 10, 2008.

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Marvin Alexander

August 12, 2008

Linda, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time, as you have sent forth your friend and partner to his heavenly resting place. May God continue to provide strength for you as you continue your earthly journey. May God continue to Bless and comfort you.
Alex and Mary Alexander, Corpus Christi, TX.

Melida & Tom Davis

August 11, 2008

Dear Linda and Family,
We are so saddened to hear about Manny's passing. We pray that the Lord will provide comfort and strength during this difficult time for all of you, and that you may feel His loving presence. In Christ,

Brenda Hanus

August 11, 2008

Linda, Words cannot express our sorrow on Manuel's death. We are praying for you and our thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time. God bless you and yours.

Carol Sutton

August 10, 2008

Linda,
I'm so sorry to hear about Manny's death. No matter how hard this is, I'm sure it is a blessing to know that he is no longer suffering. You and your family are in my prayers.

Terry Kinsey

August 10, 2008

Linda, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family as you go through these next days. I know you are like me and look back on the happy, fun things that you and Manny did together, God is with you as you walk the days ahead, lean on Him in thought and prayer.
With love, Terry Kinsey

Betty Alexander

August 10, 2008

Dear Linda, Charles and I were saddened to learn of Manny's death; but, we know it has brought him rest and peace after a difficult illness. Please share our condolences with his children. I know all of you have some good memories and those are what you can hold on to in these days ahead. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

Robert Cortez

August 10, 2008

Manny and I were childhood best friends in Austwell, TX before his family moved away to Three Rivers. That friendship grew more like a brotherhood. But as life had it, our paths grew apart and I lost contact with him for over 40 years and then we reconnected within the past 3 years. I am fortunate for having the opportunity to renew our a wonderful frienship.
Rest in Peace my brother.

Rachel Moreno Forsythe

August 10, 2008

Linda, I am sorry to hear about your husband, Manny. I grew up in T.R. and lived across the street from Manny, then I moved to Corpus and would run into Manny, either at the grocery store or at an eatery. He had such a great personality and also a good sense of humor.

Mary Johnson

August 10, 2008

To the Rodriguez Family, Dina, Manny & Joseph: We are so sorry to hear about the lost of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.

Johnson, Wright & Ferris Families

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