Never stop thinking of you. Love and miss you. Hoping you found some peace with all our love one. Hugs & kisses. You big sis.🫠

Wow, can't believe  it's been 5yrs, miss you so much. Always thinking of you and wish you & the rest of family with you had a phone to say I love & miss you all.❤️. R.I.P TIL WE MEET AGAIN!

It was 70 years ago when my parents brought me home to 2335 Gatewood Street, Mr. and Mrs. Rodriquez was their next door neighbor. The next year Rick arrived, then as most of you know David, Raul and Ed joined them. My father had lived on Gatewood as a child however the house that he lived in is now under Riverside as we lost one block to the freeway. At that time there were quite a few kids in the neighborhood. Most people  knew all of their neighbors and everyone knew that they could depend upon their neighbors to help them. so we all grew up together went to schools work and such. In Nov 1971 Rick  & Laura, & Tari moved back to Gatewood Street. At that time I was 25 and was busy with school and working and finally met Laura, Ricky came along, and then later Tari's Sons Daniel and Paul. Laura loved having  her whole family with her. When my father started having some health issues I would come see him every day until he passed in Dec 2000, during that time Laura was involved with the Senior Citizen's and the schools in the neighborhood, she arranged for trips to Oak Glen, Museums, Medieval Times, Casinos we also had some Magical Mystery tours when the bus broke down in  Oak Glen and The Hawaiian Lunch and Show got cancelled. So we ended up going to Knotts Berry Farm Chicken Restaurant and Laura and Children entertained us with the Chicken Dance, It was even better than the other show and we all had a good laugh. Laura loved having fun, with  her family and friends. Laura and Rick helped  me with my parents 50th Anniversary Party. When my Mom started having trouble I moved back to assist her and actually became their neighbor again. We used to play Shanghai quite often and would see each other daily. I was working so I was glad that Laura was there for my Mom, when my Mom passed in Dec 2008, Laura and Rick helped tremendously. Laura tried to fight the cancer and was so brave. I am certain that she is up in heaven watching over her friends and family, I miss her!

I have so many good memories of my grandmother. Memories of us at Redondo Beach soaking our sourdough bread in the wine sauce the clams get cooked in. Going to Disneyland together and getting turkey legs and pickles in a bag. Hanging out in her room watching Judge Judy and Law and Order all day together. I remember when I got older coming home after a day of working to find home made lasagna waiting for me. I remember for my birthdays she would make my favorite desserts, either a  flan or a chocolate mayonnaise cake since she knew I didn't like the store bought cakes. I remember when we used to play Puzzle Pirates together and I would only play so I could blacksmith for her since I was good at it. I remember being a child and having my first birthday at her house at age 4 (the first memory I have) running around chasing balloons. I remember sleep walking to her room and waking up snuggled up against her. I remember the effort she went through to be there for my proposal to my wife Sandy to marry me. I remember being able to talk to her one last time before she went to heaven. I have a lifetime of great and cherished memories, because I was fortunate enough to live with my grandmother for a good portion of my life. She took care of me and never expected anything in return. I was sad she couldn't be there in person for my wedding, that I couldn't ask her how she liked my improvised dance, that I couldn't ask her if my last minute speech was ok. Grandma always believed in everything I did, always believed that there wasn't anything that I couldn't do, she gave me confidence to be who I wanted to be regardless of what other people thought or believed, she believed in me. I remember how much it hurt to leave those yellow roses for her at the Virgin Mary on my wedding day, but I smile remembering the lifetime of love she gave me, and I hope as she watches from heaven that I make her proud of her Dano still. I love you gma<3

To my lil sis, Happy Birthday  to you.  Love & miss you so much. Enjoy your day with mom, grandma & rest of family &  friends.  Love ya

Today was the hardest for me, because I reach for the phone to talk and no answer.  I'm  trying hard to move on  but like with mom we had are time together a standard date to do something or nothing at all. We could talk about a lot of things or we could start cry & hold one another.  Miss you &  mom so very much. Hope you all are having fun. Laura &  Kathy when younger.  😘

Growing up Laura was like a second Mom to my brother and I. She was the neighborhood mom and her home was grand central station. There was always kids at her home. Either family or us neighborhood kids. Her home was always welcoming and full of love and fun. We spent countless hours with Laura, Rick , Tari and Ricky.  They included us in so many outings and visits to their families that growing up we truly felt like part of the family. I have countless memories of the picnics she would make us, all served on her colorful Tupperware. Memories of all the shenanigans that she would secretly help us kids plan and of the many trips to Redondo beach. Most of all, I will remember her kindness and love towards us all . She was truly special and I will miss her dearly.

2010 (approx) gathering at Sabrina’s.  Such a blessing to reunite with this beautiful family.  Love  Mrs. Rodriguez’s smile.  

I can't remember my childhood without Laura being in it. I grew up next door to Laura and Rick and I have so many memories of times spent in their house, backyard, front yard, at Tari and Ricky's grandparents' house....and Laura was always there. I knew she loved me, but I also knew I had to respect her. She was a straight shooter, and never pretended or tried to be anything else besides who she was. I can't remember meals, but I remember eating there. I remember her coming home from work. She always made me feel welcome, her house was my home next door. She would invite me in even if the kids weren't home. I can close my eyes and see her in the kitchen or hear her voice calling for Midnight.  I have very clear memories of her and Rick joking in such a fun, loving way and it made me feel safe. I moved away in 1979 but somehow we still kept in touch over the years. I would stop by when I started driving and would sometimes feel shy to come by without calling but Laura would always welcome me with open arms. That was just who she was. 
About 5 or 6 years ago I had a Christmas party and Laura and Rick came to my little house to see me. I remember they brought Coke...I don't drink much soda and I would look at it afterwards and think of them. It meant so much to me that they came and visited me 30 plus years after I moved away. It was just love that they gave, that Laura made me feel. And seeing them on the couch, they were the same as always...Rick's hair wasn't as black as it used to be and maybe Laura had a few more wrinkles, but they were still THEM. It was so special. In recent times Laura would send me Facebook messages of love and I would always respond back. I didn't know it was bad as it was...she was so upbeat. Laura truly knew how to love without wanting anything in return. I am so grateful to be a recipent of her great love. 
Rick, Tari, and Ricky...I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. Thank you for sharing Laura with me. 
Love, 
Sabrina

My mother was a beautiful, caring person. Unfortunately, a series of health issues plagued her the last 20 or so years, causing her great pains at times. None, as great as the disease that took her from us, cancer. For those that knew her before these surgeries and illnesses, she was full of life. Always shining, always laughing, always playing, always loving. From our youth, she made sure my sister and I were taken care off. Never letting us go without, but never spoiling us. We could play outside, or down the street at our friends house, as long as we came when she called for us or if it started to get dark.  Both my mom and dad would take us on summer vacations, every year, even if it was just camping up in Piru. We had a blast. We would load up our big black van with coolers of food and drinks. Made sure we had our coloring books and toys to keep us busy. My grandparents and other family members would even come along for our family trips. My mom and dad even opened our home to my cousins when they needed help. Our house was never empty and never dull. My mom was there to make sure there were home cooked meals every day of the week, even though she worked full-time. As usual with families, there were bad times, but they pale in comparison to the good times. We had annual trips to Disneyland, a lot of our family would make it and we sometimes could bring a good friend along. As a family, we would be at the beach as often as we could and my mom loved  taking us out in the water at Redondo Beach, and teaching us to swim. Never scaring or tricking us, she was a loving and nurturing teacher. Later in my early adult life, she wanted to make sure the young students at our local elementary school, had school supplies like paper and pencils, and even made sure to deliver individual bags of candy to the whole student body. I will always miss her, and always love her for how she raised me and my sister. I am her son, Higgybuns.    

This was sister favorite place. Especially the family was around.

Remembering all the special moments that we shared over the years. Starting back when the Tary girls moved in across the street. Think we were still in grammar school! Laura was the youngest and prettiest, in hind sight ! As we grew up, as we all did, brother Ric and Laura started to date and it w good to see my brother happy together with Laura. Mom and Laura seemed to bond immediately. Laura learned to cook like a duck takes too water. She w soon to become one of the best cooks in the family. Good Mexican food! Having the pleasure of sitting at her table for dinner was always a special treat and to enjoy her company, her smile, her hummer and play cards! So many special moments! She will truly be missed! Blessing on your journey into the spirit world Laura. Take your place with the ancestors! Aye


I'm  Laura's older sister Mary.  My lil sis was one of kind. I raised her in her younger years. She was very loving, she & your husband would have been married on August 1 2018 for 48yrs. 

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Laura Ann Rodriguez

March 29, 1954 – June 16, 2018

Funeraria Del Angel Lincoln Heights

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