Manuel Rodriguez
(February 12, 1948-May 16, 2012)
Hammond

Manuel Rodriguez, the true patriarch of his family was welcomed into Heaven on Wednesday, May 16, 2012. Manuel was a 1966 graduate of East Chicago Roosevelt High School. He retired from Inland Steel after 25 years of service. He was a longtime Hammond resident that was well traveled. His true legacy lives on in the hearts of his family, whom he mentored, accepted and loved every moment of his life.
He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Catherine Rodriguez;
His son, "the twinkle in his eye", Manuel Xavier Rodriguez;
Daughters: Angelic Rodriguez, Yvette (Aleks) Markovic and son, Christopher Garcia;
6 grandchildren: Ashley Rodriguez, Jessica Rodriguez, Analyse Markovic, Xaundra Rodriguez, Aleah Markovic and Sage Rodriguez;
Great grandson, Ronald Jordan, IV;
2 sisters: Maggie (Roy) Almeda and Maria Rodriguez;
Many in-laws, nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents, Petronilo and Carmen Rodriguez.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 with prayers at 9:15 a.m. at Bocken Funeral Home, 7042 Kennedy Avenue, Hammond (Hessville), followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Bosco Church, 7113 Columbia Avenue, Hammond with Father Richard Orlinski celebrant. Burial will follow at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Monday, May 21st at Bocken Funeral Home from 2:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Prayers will be offered at 3:00 p.m.
Manuel was the heart of his family, being a dad was the most important thing to him, he showed his family where love could be found. He tackled many obstacles in his path and always kept a sense of humor, while teaching his family something new. Manuel was the soul of his family, he showed them the true importance of life. "We will miss you Grandpa".
For more information you may call Bocken Funeral Home at (219)-844-1600 or you may visit us at: www.bockenfunerals.com.

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