He was born March 16, 1935 in Arecibo, PR to Enrique Rodriguez and Bernarda Torres. He grew up in Puerto Rico and moved to New York where he met and married the love of his life, Maria. They were married 61 years. He was a beloved husband, father, proud grandfather and great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to all.
He was a veteran of the US Air Force, served in the US Army Reserve and is a veteran of the cold war. He retired with the New York City Transit Authority and moved to Deltona, Fl. In 2012, Maria and Louie moved to Charlotte, NC to be closer to their children.
He was also involved with the Knights of Columbus in Deltona, Fl and was a member of St Matthew Catholic church in Charlotte, NC.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Angel Luis Rodriguez, Jr and his wife, Laura of Marshville, NC. Darlene Rodriguez Edwards and her husband, George of Charlotte, NC. Suzette Rodriguez Wade and her husband, Bill of Weaverville, NC. Grandchildren, Mathew Rodriguez, Alexander Edwards, Christopher Edwards, Justin Menna, Alexey Wade and Arina Wade. Great grandchildren, Vincent Menna, Coraline Menna and Hadley Rodriguez
He is survived by siblings Roberto Rodriguez, Hilda Salgado, Doris Rodriguez and Elba Rodriguez.
In addition to his parents, Louie is preceded in death by his siblings, Nicholas Rodriguez, Enrique Rodriguez, Enriqueta Rodriguez, Lillian Rodriguez, Gloria Rodriguez and Alicia Rodriguez. Grandson, Christian Edwards, his nephew, Larry Juarbe and nieces Yomayra Perez and Brenda Velez.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 17th, 2018 at Deltona Memorial Gardens 1295 Saxon Blvd Orange City, Fl. A celebration of life will be held at St Claire Catholic Church 2961 Day Rd, Deltona, Fl on Saturday, August 18th, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. followed by burial at Deltona Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Hospice Care of South Carolina 311 B North Main St. Lancaster, SC 29720.
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