Roberto Rodriguez

Roberto Rodriguez, 73, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso, a member of the Catholic Church, and an alumnus of St. Mary’s Parochial School and Bel Air High School, Class of 1969. “Rod” proudly served as a detention officer and deputy with the El Paso Sheriff’s Department for 34 years. He is preceded in death by his cherished parents, Teresa and Pedro Rodriguez. He is survived by his devoted wife of 49 years, Nelia Rodriguez, and his two doting children, Roberto Rodriguez, Jr. (Rosie) and Irene Sotelo (David). Roberto also leaves behind four grandchildren, who were his pride and joy: Iliana Sotelo, Robbie Rodriguez, Sophie Rodriguez, and Evan Sotelo. Bobby is also survived by his brothers, Luis Rodriguez, Fernando Rodriguez, and Ruben Rodriguez, as well as his sister, Alicia Gallegos.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with Vigil Service at 6:00 p.m. at Evergreen Funeral Home, 12400 E. Montana Ave., 79938. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 12 p.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, 11700 Pebble Hills, 79936. Rite of Committal will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery East.

Dad, Grandpa, Husband, Brother, Friend, even though you leave behind an immeasurable hole in our hearts, our time with you brought us joy. Seven decades does not seem like enough time with you, but we will carry your sense of humor and stories in our hearts for the rest of our lifetimes. May you serve as our Guardian Angel, guiding and protecting us, until we are reunited in God’s kingdom.