Pablo Raul Rodriguez

peacefully on Thursday, December 8th, 2020.

Pablo was preceded in death by his father, Marcelino Rodriguez; mother,

Teresa Martinez; brother, Andres; and sister, Gladys. He is survived by

his loving wife, Maria (nee Garcia), and his two sons: Raul & his wife,

Maria; and David & his wife, Theresa; and five beautiful grandchildren he

took such pride and joy in: Ricky, Katy, Draven, Annabelle, and Trystan.

Pablo was born on the beautiful day of June 30th, 1931, in Santa Clara,

Cuba. In early childhood, his family relocated to Havana. In his youth

and young adult life, Pablo had a variety of jobs including kitchen

assistant, pharmacy courier and bartender before eventually securing

the coveted position of a card dealer at a new casino, The Capri Casino,

in Havana.

In 1958, Pablo met and married Monica and, on August 17, 1960, his

first son, Raul Rodriguez, was born. Pablo felt a deep desire to provide for

his family in meaningful ways and, due to the devastating downturn in

the Cuban economy, he came to the conclusion that it was time to

immigrate to America. In America, he could provide for his loved ones in

a way not possible in his native land. Therefore, in 1968, Pablo took his

family and traveled to the United States in hopes of a better and more

prosperous future.

They eventually found home in the Las Vegas Valley. After parting ways

with Raul’s mother, Pablo went on to solidify his roots in Las Vegas and,

in 1980, he met and married the love of his life, Maria Garcia. On August

27,1984, his second son, David Andres, was born.

Pablo’s limitless talent and skills as a card dealer afforded him the

opportunity to work at various casinos. Due to his small stature, the

nickname “Jockey” was born. What he lacked in size, he made up for

with a larger-than-life personality and spirit.

Pablo had a deep and obvious love for his family. He enjoyed quality time

with those he loved the most. He would jump at any chance to be with

his family and he adored his grandchildren tremendously. Pablo loved

sharing in and supporting their academic achievements and sporting

successes. He was a proud father and an even prouder Abuelo. He will be

so deeply missed by so many.

For anyone who wishes to pay their respects, a memorial will be held in

his honor Saturday January 23rd, 2021, at 11 o’clock at the Palm

Memorial Mortuary on 1325 N. Main Street.