Rolando Rene Rodriguez

Rolando R Rodriguez
June 22,1948 - July 20,2021
Entered into eternal rest July 20th in the comfort of his family home.
Rod as he was known by his family and friends served in the U.S Air Force from August 1968 to retirement June 1992.
During his time in service, the first 11 years were in The U.S Air Force Military band playing several brass instruments. He later cross trained into the Medical Field as a Physical Therapy Technician, and served in that field for 12 years and 2 months.
During his career he received many medals and commendations:
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
Air Force Achievement Medal
Outstanding Unit Award with 1 Cluster
Air Force Good Conduct Medal with 6 Clusters
National Defense Service Medal with 1 Bronze Cluster
Air Force Overseas Long Tour Ribbon with 2 Clusters
Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon with 4 Clusters
NCO Professional Military Education Graduate Ribbon with 1 Cluster
Air Force Training Ribbons
Senior Technician
Rod Served in the Desert Storm and earned a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration through The University Of Phoenix.
Rod is survived by his son Christopher Rodriguez, daughter Amy Rodriguez Villa, Rosie Rodriguez Landman, and granddaughters Gabriella Villa, Savannah Villa, Sabrina Villa and several nephews and nieces.
Interment will be at The Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Marana Arizona October 15th at 12:00.
Many thanks to all the TMC Hospice team, for your love and support, and The Calvary Christian Chapel School Staff who provided meals every day, and to all the friends who constantly called and texted prayers, love and support, We are truly blessed!