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Fred P. Rodriguez, 86 ESCONDIDO -- Fred P. Rodriguez passed away Tuesday, September 21, 2010 of complications from Parkinson's Disease, surrounded by his family and friends. He was born September 9, 1924 in Houston, Texas, son of Federico and Helena Rodriguez. Fred was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, David and Jesse of San Antonio, Texas; and grandson, Richard Rodriguez of San Marcos, Calif. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; daughters, Rosalinda Krepps of Corona, Calif., and Elena Rodriguez of Boise Idaho; step-son, Charles Camp; step-daughter, Debra Bush; brothers, Ernest and Gil Rodriguez, and sister, Pauline Rocha, all of San Antonio, Texas; grandsons Larry and Michael Rodriguez, and Ron, Keith, and Joel Buckley; many great-grandchildren. Fred joined the U.S. Marine Corps on December 28, 1941, and served in WWII, Pacific area, Iwo Jima and Okinawa. He was wounded in action on May 19, 1945 during the Battle of Okinawa, and was awarded the Good Conduct Medals, Purple Heart and Marksman with both rifle and pistol. He was honorably discharged on January 10, 1946, and recalled to active duty during the Korean War from October 12, 1952 to August 14, 1951. After leaving the Marine Corps, he worked as a Presser for Jandro Dry Cleaners in Oceanside. Then over the next 35 years, he was a Senior Soils Technician for Dresselhaus Engineering, Southern California Soil & Testing, and Pacific Soils Engineering. Memorial services will be Thursday, December 2, at 11 a.m. at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, Point Loma, San Diego. Those who plan to attend should be there by 10:45 a.m. He will be dearly missed. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times on Nov. 30, 2010.

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Patricia Coe

December 7, 2021

Missing Fred. Maybe Sam and he are visiting together. Great Buddies.

Amparo Silva

December 16, 2010

Tío Lico,
You were indeed a one-of-a-kind man. It was an honor being your niece. Your love, laughter and good humor will live in me forever. I will never forget that you and Tía Fela took my brother Cipriano Silva into your home and life, giving him unconditional love, care, guidance, and the support that he needed. It takes a great man with a great heart to do what you did. My brother loved you as a father. You have left a treasure full of unforgettable memories.
God be with you,
Amparo

Joni Lampro

December 2, 2010

I have many fond memories of Fred from working at Artcraft Cleaners with him "SO" many years ago! Such a kind man, and so much fun to be around! My friendship with Elena has kept me somewhat up to date with him and his life, and I even got to see him a couple of years back, still the same sweet guy! My sympathy to all of the family. I know he will be missed dearly.

Al Jandro

December 2, 2010

Fred was a very talented guy. Perhaps the best wool finisher in the industry. Fred was awarded a scholarship to National Institute of Dry-cleaning in Silver Springs MD and became a Master Dry-cleaner. Fred was one of our most valuable employees and a good friend.Fred was liked and will be missed by all.Semper Fi Good Buddy.

Carol Swift

December 1, 2010

Uncle Fred you will be truly missed. I remember you and Dad eating that Salsa with tears running down your face but good to the last drop. I will pray for your neighbor in heaven when he tries it.

Melanie Ortiz

December 1, 2010

I love you and Miss you so much Grandpa Fred!! You were such a great man and Grandpa. I have so many wonderful memories of you. I wish my kids could have known you the way I did. From the nicknames you gave us as kids, the salsa that always made me cry, all your silly ways and the way you loved...you will be greatly missed!! I love you grandpa!!!

Melissa Hernandez

December 1, 2010

Grandpa Fred was the Greatest Guy. I loved to listen to his wonderful stories and never got tired of eating his amazing salsa even if it did make me cry. Love and miss you tons Grandpa. Melissa, Victor, Christian, Conner and Cameron Hernandez.

Pati & Bill May

December 1, 2010

Bill and I will miss you Uncle Freddie! So many great memories like the best homemade salsa there was and playing washers. Pati Lou

Lew & Mary White

December 1, 2010

Fred was a great person, character, friend, and Marine. We will miss him until we see him again in heaven. I'm sure they played the Marine Corps Hymn when he was piped aboard. God Bless you, Semper Fi.

Lew & Mary White

December 1, 2010

Fred was a great guy, friend, and Marine. Never tired of recalling his working days. And he was proud of being a Marine and we were proud of him just for being Fred. Miss you my friend! God Bless

Sam and Pat Coe

November 30, 2010

What a wonderful person he was, the recipiant of many jokes from his Brother's in Law Sam and Lew. Always a big smile, forever a good sport. We miss him dearly.

Samuel and Pat Coe

November 30, 2010

What a wonderful character he was. The recipiant of many jokes by his Brother in Law's Sam and Lew. We really Loved him and miss him terribly. God Speed Freddie.

November 30, 2010

what a handsome young soldier!what an incredible act of bravery,to have answered the call of duty twice!My sincere condolences to Rosie,Elena and all of Fred's loved ones...Ronnie and Tammie Russell,Waverly ,Tenn.

Federico Puente Rodriguez RIP

Elena Rodriguez

November 30, 2010

What a smile on that guy! He was a brave, young hero back in the day. As his daughter, I cherish his memory and the joy he brought to my life. Semper fi, Daddy. I love you.

Rick & Lenore Wilson

November 30, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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