Sotero Terry Bautista Rodas

He was born in the month of September 1963 to Solon and Agripina, “Pennie” (Bautista) Rodas. He grew up in Palm Springs, California, and graduated from Palm Springs High School (1981) and Computer Learning Center (CLC). He always loved all sports, played baseball and football in High school and Junior College. He coached his son in little league baseball and travel ball to win in Cooperstown. He coached his daughter in girl’s softball at Fullerton Hills and won the championship. He coached Troy High School Softball for six years. He supported his children in school as well as sport. When his daughter played softball for CSUF he became a Super Fan to help get the crowd involved.

Terry worked for over 40 years in IT for Aerospace industry where he made things happen with his professional attitude and encouraging mannerisms.

He is survived by his wife (Elke) and two children and their significant others: Tyler Rodas (Karly), Gabrielle Rodas (Justin Wade). Grandchildren Wade Rodas, Isla Rodas, Noah Rodas and June Rodas

He is also survived by his siblings and their spouses: Solon B Rodas (Laarni), Nelinda Magdael (Noel), Mamerta Becker (Greg), Agripino Rodas (Suzanne), Grilon Rodas (Lourdes) and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents.

He has been a member of Eastside Christian Church community for many years.

He will be dearly missed by all who loved him and knew him.

In Lieu of flowers a donation to the National Brain Tumor Society https://braintumor.org/ or the Leukemia & lymphoma society https://www.lls.org/ in Sotero Rodas name would be appreciated.