On Sunday, April 1st, 2018 at approximately 11:00 p.m. Santos was reunited with the love of his life Maria, in the place our hearts know as home. Mr. Rodriguez served in the U.S armed service 65th Infantry Regiment. “Papi” will live forever in our hearts. He was funny, welcoming, generous, and loved unconditionally.
Santos is survived by his children; Delma Gipson (Dennis) of Lakeland, FL, Santos Rodriguez Jr (Carmen) of Palm Coast, FL, Dr. Martha Santiago (Alex) of Winter Haven, Fl., Sandy Rodriguez of Lakeland, FL, Annette Miller (Doug) of Lakeland, FL, and Dr. Mitch Rodriguez (Olga) of Macon, GA, 14 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at Oasis Community Church, 3330 Winter Lake Rd, Lakeland, FL, at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 8.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the following charities: AMICI Charity www.amicicharity.com or A Woman’s Choice www.supportawc.com.