Ruth Gamez Rodriguez, a beloved resident of Brownsville, Texas, passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 58. Born on July 23, 1967, Ruth was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister who cherished her family deeply.
Ruth is survived by her loving husband, Reynaldo Crispin Rodriguez Jr., and her children: daughter Virginia Rodriguez (Emmanuel), and sons Reynaldo Rodriguez III (Viviana) and Omar Rodriguez (Valerie). She also leaves behind her mother, Maria G. Gamez, and her siblings: Encarnacion Gamez (Maria A.), Diana Salazar, Norma Reyna, Dixie Garza (George), Daisy Bocanegra (Luis), Crystal Garcia (Mario), Blas B. Gamez (Erica), and Santos Gamez Jr. (Marisa). Ruth was predeceased by her father, Santos P. Gamez †, her granddaughters Jimena † and Edu Rodriguez †, and her brother David Gamez †.
Ruth's grandchildren, Ruth, Jose, Talitha, Dominic, Destiny, Dessirey, Reynaldo IV, Emilio, and Valentina, will forever cherish her memory. She was known for her love of loteria and bingo, her joy in traveling to Florida, and her unwavering dedication to caring for her family, especially her grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on January 15, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Funeraria Del Angel Rose Lawn, located at 4464 Old Port Isabel Rd, Brownsville, TX 78526. A Rosary service will take place on the same day from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Continued visitation is scheduled for January 16, 2026, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, followed by a Chapel Service from 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm at the same location. Ruth will be laid to rest at Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, with a burial service from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Ruth Gamez Rodriguez will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her legacy of love and devotion to her family will continue to inspire those she leaves behind.
