Robert was born on February 1, 1981 in Channelview, Texas as the fourth child to Raymundo and Maria Esther Rodriguez. He attended Cornelius Elementary School, Hartman Middle School and graduated from Milby High School in 1999.
Following graduation, Robert began his career as a machinist. He acquired this craft from his father and began working alongside him at Schlumberger and later worked at Liner Shoes, Inc.
In 2006, Robert connected with Sandra Arredondo and they married on July 13, 2013 in Houston, Texas at St. Christopher’s Catholic Church. Together, they welcomed two children- Karen and Robert- who were his greatest pride and joy.
Robert’s hobbies included DJ-ing, crafting, and acquiring knowledge from books, movies, music, trivia, and podcasts. He was an avid collector of knives, silver coins, and collectible toys. He loved attending car shows and live music events.
Throughout his life, he was involved with the Knights of Columbus and found joy in volunteering at the annual Fish Fry and Bazaar.
Robert is survived by Sandra Arredondo Rodriguez (wife), Karen Alexandra Rodriguez (daughter), and Robert Samuel Rodriguez (son). He also leaves cherished memories with Raymundo and Maria Esther Rodriguez (parents), Raymundo Rodriguez (brother/wife-Sandy), Jacqueline Urbano (sister/husband-Juan), Leticia Rodriguez (sister), Emmanuel Rodriguez (brother) and all of his nephews and nieces (Cyrus, Ray, Juan, Sebastian, Clarissa, Jaime, Juan Pablo, Jackie, Benjamin, Josie, and Juliette.)
His services will be held at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home and Cemetery, 6900 Lawndale Ave. Houston, TX 77023. Visitation will be Sunday, June 30, 2024 from 5:00-8:00PM with a rosary at 6:30PM. A funeral mass will be held at St. Christopher’s Catholic Church, 8150 Park Place Blvd., Houston, Texas 77017 on Monday, July 1, 2024 at 10:00AM.
