Obituaries

We are sad to announce the passing of our son, brother, uncle, great uncle, and great great uncle, Jose E. Rodriguez. Loving son of Jose C. Rodriguez and Jovita Rodriguez. Resident of Fremont California, he passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2024 at the age of 58. Jose was born on July 10, 1965 in Hayward, California to Jose C. Rodriguez and Jovita Rodriguez. He is survived by his loving father Jose C. Rodriguez, sisters Anna De La O, Bertha Rodriguez, Irene Roberts and brother Victor Rodriguez. Preceded in death by his mother Jovita Rodriguez and brother Jaime Rodriguez. Jose never married, but was a beloved uncle to 15 nieces and nephews, 29 great nieces and nephews, and 4 great great nieces and nephews. And beloved godfather to Carla Santaella and Mikey Metcalf.

Jose attended Wyotech for 1 1/2 years and worked at Melins Refrigeration for 7 years as a HVAC technician. Jose's love of foosball brought him great joy and a lifetime of friends. Jose played on the Nor-Cal Foosball Sacramento team. To his foosball family he was known as Hozer. To his many nieces and nephews, he was uncle Teddy Bear. Always making us laugh and filling a room with smiles. Jose's generous and thoughtful nature impacted the lives of many, and those who loved him take comfort in the outpour of condolences from friends and family. Apart from being the most loyal 49er faithful, Jose loved his '86 corvette and spent all of his free time working on it.

During this time of profound sadness, let us remember Jose for the loving person he was and the beautiful memories he leaves behind. His heart was filled with so much love, that he was called by our Father in heaven so that he could share it with all the angels above.