Katherine “Katie” Rodriguez, 70, passed away November 20, 2011. She is survived by her children John (Paula) Escobedo, Corrine (Doug) Wilson, Nadine (Gene) Mares, and Michelle Escobedo; Grandchildren Jennifer (Sean) Maher, Richard Torres, Kristopher Escobedo, Matthew (Felicia) Mares, Vincent (Courtney) Escobedo, Marc Escobedo, Steven Escobedo, Angela Escobedo, Anna Escobedo, Tiffany Escobedo, Elijah Wilson, Mason Mares, Savannah Wilson and Crystal Escobedo; great grandchildren Micaela and Brendan Maher, Olivia Mares Mavis Escobedo, Ava and Eva Mares and Jeremiah Flood; siblings Ed Escobedo, Sally Gallegos, George (Julie) Escobedo and Dave (Bea) Escobedo. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends including her special friends Maria Aguliar, Ruben Ybarra and Mike Maher. Katie was preceded in death by her parents Elias and Tillie Escobedo; daughter Carol Jean Escobedo and her sister Santy Vigil. She retired after 40 years cooking at the El Corral Café and loved spending time with all her family and friends. At her request, cremation with no viewing. A private family service will be held at a later date.