Ernie Rodriguez

Ernie Ed Rodriguez Our Beloved, Husband, Father and Grandfather Crossed over suddenly to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 1st, 2022. Ernie was born on February 9, 1961.

He is preceded in death by his parents Frank and Rose Rodriguez, Brother’s, Ubaldo Rodriguez & Pol Rodriguez, Niece Christine Celado, Nephew’s Rico Vigil & Javier Rodriguez. Mother in love Aurora Medina.

Our Beloved Ernie is survived by His Loving wife and best friend of 39yrs, Marcella Rodriguez, His son Ernie jr. sons of his heart, Jose Archuleta, Emery Martinez, Derek Garcia. Daughters Clarice Rodriguez (his princess) Crystal Rodriguez (his Darla), daughter of his heart; Ashlee Lucero. Grandchildren: Devon Rodriguez, Kyla Rodriguez & Carlitos Martinez. His sister Frances Franco, Brother Max Rodriguez (Maria), sister-in-law Margaret Rodriguez, Diane Hayes, many nephews & Nieces, many, many cousins and friends.

Ernie worked for Palace of the Governors natural history museum for 10 years. Built good relationships with his co-workers and supervisors (special mention Steve, Josh). Ernie was very proud of his job. When he started working there, Ernie taught himself everything there was to know about that museum. Ernie, trained several of the new guards as they came in. Ernie loved God the Father, Jesus & the Holy Spirit very much. Ernie had experiences with them several times. My husband would accompany me on prayer assignments and Christian conferences, those were some of our best times together. My man of valor. This past year and a half, Ernie’s been a great help to me caring for my dad, he was always doing yard work, or chores around the house. My husband also helped dad with things needing another man’s expertiece, Ernie loved dad, always very considerate with my him, sometimes he cared for him alone while I was out of town. I will always be grateful for his being a man of honor in caring for dad. Ernie’s conversations with dad were always in Spanish, it impressed me so much. That he did that to me it was a thing of respect for Ernie. My husband is always with us and always will be. His smile to me is infectious, as well as his handsome looks. First time we met I knew I met my soul mate. Knew in my heart someday we would be married. Ernie’s always been and will always be the LOVE OF MY LIFE. I am sure our children and grandchildren feel the same way.

Services will be held at De Vargas Funeral home 623 N Railroad Ave, Espanola NM 87532. Viewing from 10:00 am –11am on June 11, 2022. We have arranged a special service for him. Ernie’s services will not be a traditional one. This will be a celebration of his Life. A Program will be available. for this special event. Immediately following: Reception will take place at The Rock Christian Fellowship, 919 N Riverside Dr, Espanola NM 87532 Come one and all for this special gathering. We welcome you with open hearts and arms.. Blessings to you and yours, sincerely the Rodriguez family. Please do not wear black-it is a celebration of life.

The family of Ernie Rodriguez has entrusted the care of their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 www.devargasfuneral.com