Born in Laredo, Texas, on March 2, 1956, Ricardo "Rick"

Rodriguez moved to the city of Chicago after graduating

high school in 1974. It was there that his life journey

eventually led him back to a small-town Texas panaderia,

La Perla, owned by his parents, where he met the love of

his life, Ana. From that moment on, he never regretted

finding her.

Rick and Ana built a beautiful life and family together. They

were married for 40 wonderful years and were blessed with

four children: Ana, Micky, and twins Ricardo Jr. and

Roberto, along with Roberto's wife, Josceline.

Rick had the most contagious smile and unforgettable

laugh. He had a deep love and passion for music, with a

taste that ranged from the band Chicago and Tejano music

to listening to every different version of "Holy Forever."

But above all else, Rick's greatest passion was his family.

He was a devoted husband, loving father, and dedicated

provider. His love for his family was evident in everything

he did, and the legacy he leaves behind will continue to

live on through each of them.

JOSHUA 1:9

HAVE I NOT COMMANDED YOU? BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS.

DO NOT BE AFRAID:DO NOT BE DISCOURAGED, FOR THE LORD

YOUR GOD WILL BE WITH YOU WHEREVER YOU GO."