Ambrose "Butch" Rodriguez

Ambrose "Butch" Rodriguez went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 7, 2019. He is survived by his brothers Anacleto, Lee, John, and Tony Rodriguez; children Margaret (Fred) Lyons, Patty Rodriguez, Lawrence (Catherine) Rodriguez, and Diana (Al) Morgan; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Sara Rodriguez, his brothers Bruno, Cipriano, and Raymond Rodriguez, and sister Eufrasia Martinez. Butch served in Company K 3630th Infantry during WWII and received the Purple Heart for his valor at the Gothic Line in Italy. As a loving father, he worked 45 years at CF&I, encouraged his children and grand-children to pursue education and adventure in life and was friendly and loved by all. The family would like to thank Dr. Gaide and his staff as well as New Century Hospice for their compassion. Arrangements by Imperial Funeral Home. Viewing, Friday, January 11th 5-7pm, funeral service Saturday, January 12th at 10 am, both at Imperial Funeral Home.