Tommy was born in San Angelo, Texas to Robert Rodriguez Sr. and Adela Trevino on August 31st, 1957. He met the love of his life Linda Bastardo in 1978 and they were married on February 28th, 1981. They raised a wonderful family together. He worked at Ethicon for several years in production and was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.
Tommy is preceded in death by his daughter, Stephanie Rodriguez; his father, Robert Rodriguez Sr.; his mother, Adela Trevino; his stepfather, Jose Trevino, and his sister in law Betty Lara.
Tommy is survived by his wife, Linda Rodriguez; his children, Priscilla (Roberto) Mejia, and JT (Bianca Hernandez) Tarin; his sister, Gloria (Benny) Cruz and his brothers, Robert (Rosalinda) Rodriguez, David (Margaret) Rodriguez, Gene (Sara Munoz) Rodriguez, and Eddie (Mandy) Rodriguez; his grandchildren, Jordyn (Greg Ponce) Garcia, Hailie Garcia, Aiden Rodriguez, and Sergio, Robert, and Tristan Mejia, Robert James Jio and Cameron Carson; his first great-grandchild, Gregorio Ponce III due to arrive later this month; his in-laws, Jerry and Elma Jaques, and George and Elaine Bastardo; 19 nieces and nephews, numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Tommy was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. The love he had for his wife, children, and grandchildren was immense. He was everyone’s babysitter, but most importantly he was everyone’s “Ponpo.” He loved to watch the Dallas Cowboys, Dallas Mavericks, and San Antonio Spurs. In his younger years he was also an amateur boxer. Tommy finished 1-0 and retired undefeated with a K.O. of 30 seconds. Tommy loved to drive us crazy by collecting “things.” Tommy was a kind soul who never met a stranger. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
Pallbearers will be Michael Garivay, Eric Garivay, Ernie Robles, Nune Lombrana, Albert Guerra, and Jimmy Hall. Honary pallbearers will be Aiden Rodriguez, Sergio Mejia, Robert Mejia, Tristan Mejia, Garrett Garivay and Cameron Carson.
Rosary is at 7:00 PM at Johnson’s Funeral Home on Sunday, August 23rd, 2020. Mass of Christian Burial is at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 24th, 2020 with Fr. Joey Faylona officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Johnson’s Funeral Home.
“ I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.”
