This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Ramon Rodriguez, 93, born on January 28th, 1923 and passed away on December 23rd, 2016. We will remember him forever.
Corporal Ramon O. Rodriguez, 93, died peacefully in his San Jose, CA home on December 23, 2016. A veteran of World War II, he served in the Army in England, France & Germany and was awarded the World War II Victory Medal, TWX WD 45 Good Conduct medal and the European, African, Middle Eastern Campaign Medal.
Ramon was born on January 28, 1923 in Cuidad Juarez, Chihuahua Mexico to his parents Jesus Rodriguez and Emilia Orozco Rodriguez. He had five siblings Rafael, Anne, Mary, Maria and Jesus. Ramon enjoyed playing sports but was unable to due to everyday chores at home. He was in a band in high school where he loved to play the trumpet. The band played at the September 16th, Mexican Independence Day, celebration dances in Dunsmuir, Ca. He graduated from Weed High School in Weed, California in 1941.
After high school Ramon left for LA and settled in Madera with his family where he met his future bride, Lola. He worked in San Francisco in the Ship Yards until he was drafted into the Army. Ramon served in the Army from to 1943 to 1946. His duties included typing important documents and military plans for his superiors. A skill he learned in high school, typing, was invaluable to the Army at this time. He returned to Madera, CA after the war. Ramon eventually followed Lola to San Jose, CA where he became a plasterer by trade. He married Lola Zapien Rodriguez and had 3 children.
Ramon is survived by his children, Raymond Rodriguez, Linda Interiano and John Rodriguez; his 7 grandchildren; his 5 great-grandchildren; and his 5 siblings. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lola Zapien Rodriguez. He will be remembered for his charm, quick witted humor and his love for a cold beer.
A viewing is scheduled at the Chapel of Flowers in San Jose on January 5th from 7-9pm. The funeral is scheduled for January 6th at 11am at the Chapel of Flowers followed by the burial at The Calvary Catholic Cemetery. All are welcome to attend Ramon’s celebration of life.
God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not to be
so he put his arms around you
and whispered,
Come to Me.
With tearful eyes we watch you
and saw you pass away
and although we loved you dearly
we could not make you stay.
A Golden heart stopped beating
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove us
he only takes the best
So heaven has received another angel
The night sky another star
Your life has become a loving memory
I know you will never be far.
I know you are watching over me
As my life goes on
I will treasure the memories I have of you
I can't believe you're gone.
You were a loving, caring grandad
You were there for me a lot
You will always hold a place in my heart
A loving treasured spot
You were really one in a million
A cut above the rest
All that knew you would agree
You simply were the best.
So grandad I will say goodbye
I love and miss you with all my heart
But as long as I have my loving memories
We will never be too far apart.
I will take this special moment
To turn my thoughts to Dad
Thank him for the home he gave
For all the things we had.
We think about the fleeting years
Too quickly, gone for good
It seems like only yesterday
I’d go back if I could.
A time when Dad was always there,
No matter what the weather.
Always strong when things went wrong
He held our lives together.
He strived so hard from day to day
And never once complained.
With steady hands, he worked so hard
And kept the family name.
He taught us that hard work pays off,
You reap just what you sow.
He said that if you tend your crops,
Your field will overflow.
My life has been bountiful
He taught me how to give
In his firm and steadfast way
He taught me how to live.
Dad dwells among the angels now
He left us much too soon
He glides across a golden field
Above the harvest moon.
I see him in the summer rain,
He rides upon the wind
And when my path is beaten down
He picks me up again.
