Ramiro G Rodriguez

June 25, 1946 – November 19, 2020

Ramiro (Chino) Rodriguez, of Edinburg, Texas was born to the late Ruperto and Carmen Rodriguez on June 25, 1946 and passed away November 19, 2020 at the age of 74. He was a military veteran of the Vietnam War and an honorable member of the 94th Field Artillery Regiment of the United States Army, specializing in hand-to-hand combat and artillery. Ramiro retired as a licensed master builder and was employed with General Motors with focus in skilled trades. He was an intellectual, well read. He was proud of his Aztec heritage and teachings. He enjoyed researching information as a paralegal of 20 years and took great pride in being a life-long learner.

After retirement, Ramiro was known for his signature casual attire, which consisted of a flannel shirt, blue jeans and a white Fruit-of-the-Loom t-shirt. He had a love for sweets (cookies and cake), pop with ice, and conversation. Ramiro was passionate about politics and world events. He took great pride in maintaining his lawn and landscaping, he especially loved to plant flowers for his “Hunny Bunny” wife Dorothy. Ramiro was a music vocalist that enjoyed playing a guitar. His favorite song to play was “Paloma Dejame Ir.” He loved family, friends, golfing, skilled trades, reading, art, architecture and nature. Most of all, he cherished interacting with Dorothy Cruz (Medrano) Rodriguez, his beloved wife of 50 years, their grandchildren and their adorable Chihuahuas.

Ramiro enriched his life with the teachings of the bible. He was the voice of reason, confidant, cheerleader, teacher, mentor, guide and inspiration for all to be the best in life, profession, community, family, business and spirituality. He represented the foundation of his home and true to definition; he bore the weight of his household. Ramiro understood that no one can lay a foundation other than that which is laid, so he ensured that his family accepted Jesus Christ into their lives for the most valuable foundation of all.

He is preceded in death by his beloved sisters, Marcelina Gonzales and Irene (Nena) Rodriguez and his beloved brothers, Moises (Mocho) Rodriguez, Refugio (Cuco) Rodriguez and Noe Rodriguez.

He is survived by his wife Dorothy Cruz (Medrano) Rodriguez, his daughter Letricia (L.T.) Rodriguez of San Antonio, Texas, his sons Joaquin Rodriguez, Omar Rodriguez and daughter-in-law Circe Chavez-Rodriguez of Lansing, Michigan. Grandchildren Nasadia Rodriguez, Joaquin Ramiro Rodriguez, Ajah Montalvo, Thiago Rodriguez-Anguiano, Mila Rodriguez-Anguiano, and Omar Rodriguez II. Siblings, Evita Garcia, Olivia Navarro and Ruperto Guerra (Beto) Rodriguez and a special angel on earth his sister-in-law, Darlena (Medrano) Flores, his life-long friend/brother Reynaldo Obaido Cortez and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, Godchildren, brother and sister-in-laws and friends.

Ramiro Guerra Rodriguez, affectionately known as (Chino), the licensed master builder, father, husband, brother, brother-in-law, father-in-law, Godfather, uncle and friend, the foundation of our family has passed through the gate of heaven. He is now doing his divine work with our heavenly father. We cherish and will celebrate his lifetime of compassion, love, honor, integrity, respect, work and practicality. Moreover, Ramiro Guerra Rodriguez, affectionately known as (Chino), the foundation to our family, the declaratory heir to Jose Narciso Cavasos will live through us, forevermore.

We love you Dad (Chino)!

We would like to thank everyone for their love and support during this difficult time. If you would like, memorial contributions in Ramiro's name may be sent to, VFW Post # 701, 123 N Rosemary St

Lansing, MI 48917.

As we are leading with everyone's safety in mind, the services will be private. You may view the Facebook live stream beginning with the Rosary at 9:30 am. https://m.facebook.com/CristoReyChurch/