Antonio Rodriguez, 78, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 17, 2025 surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Reimundo and Sara Rodriguez, and son Antonio Rodriguez, Jr.
He was born in Huntsville, Texas on 09/22/1946, where he attended elementary school and played in the piney woods near the sawmill. He eventually moved to Houston, Texas where he met his wife, Cassandra Rodriguez, they were married for 58 years.
He is survived by his daughters Rachel Garcia and spouse Felipe Garcia, and Lisa Bernal and spouse Arturo Bernal; grandchildren Arturo Bernal Jr., Robert Bernal, Richard Bernal, Christopher Inocencio, Andrew Rodriguez, Catherine Rodriguez and Olivia Garcia; great grandchildren Arturo Bernal, Jaedyn Bernal, Jeramiah Bernal, Richard Bernal Jr, Josiah Bernal, Sophia Bernal, Lyla Bernal, Jude Bernal and Aleida Bernal.
When he wasn’t working, he had a passion for hunting, fishing, barbequing and tending to his garden. In his spare time, he enjoyed telling us stories of his childhood and was always making us laugh. He left a lasting impact on all who crossed his path.
The family is deeply saddened by his sudden passing. There are no words that can express how grateful and blessed we are to our family, friends and neighbors, who have all showed your love and support during this difficult time.
A visitation for Antonio will be held Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Earthman Resthaven, 13102 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77060. A funeral service will occur Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM, 13102 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77060. A committal service will occur Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM at Earthman Resthaven Funeral Home and Cemetery, 13102 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77060.
Serving as pallbearers are Raymond Rodriguez Jr. , Arturo Bernal Jr. , Richard Bernal, Andrew Rodriguez, Robert Bernal , Christopher Inocencio, Felipe Garcia and Arturo Bernal.