Tribute to Rodrigo Rodriguez Comments

Michelle Bejarano & Family

Rod Sr., Eugenia, Drew & Dre: We just want to tell you all how very sorry we are to hear about Lil Rod. You raised such a wonderful man who touched the lives of so many people. The world became a much better place because of him. Take care of each other and know that an entire community is mourning with you.

Marlene

I would just like to give my condolences for your loss, I did

Cervantes Family

On behalf of the Cervantes Familiy, Rodi You will be missed. Now Jesus can get some braids done. Much love to you primo. It sure is great to hear people say so many great things about you. You truly are an inspiration. Say hi to our grandads ok. Love, The Cervantes Family.

Cuzzn nikki

I love you and all my memories of the good o times will be cherished in my mind. watch over me cuzzn.

Worth's mom

My sincere condolences to your family. From day 1 when I first met Rod the MESL student that won the Buck Scholarship. I always felt how proud it must be to be his parents. I was very much proud of him as if he was my son. On the occasions I did talk with him I always thought to myself how proud and blessed I am to know a young man that has such a good heart. I will always feel that way I truly believe your goodness will continue.

Lashauna Smedley and Family

Words can't explain how sorry I am that such a wonderful man was lost. To Mr. and Mrs. Rodriguez and Rod's family and friends, I wish there was something I could say to make the pain go away but all I can say is that Rod was loved by everyone. Although we lost a great man and leader, God gained an angel and I thank God everyday that I was able to be part of the MESL program with Rod. Rod, you will be missed but you will also live forever in our hearts and in your contributions to our community. What you did in your 21 years of life is more than what most people do in a life time. Anyone would be lucky to be half the role model you are. I know your life wasn't wasted. I also know that regardless of who did this or why there will be justice for you. God's justice is righteous and fair and no man's justice can possibly compare to what this coward will face at the hands of God. God is always looking out for His angels.
God blessed us with and angel and then called you home. We will NEVER forget you and you will ALWAYS be loved.

Nadine Aguayo

Hi cousin i know your in heaven watching over us i miss and love you so much, imma miss callin or see'in you and sayin something hella silly to make you laugh! i want jojo aka chewie to be just as smart and motivating as you cousin so help me help him! i love you and will never forget you me and jojo will visit every weekend k love you cant wait to see you again....

Worth Freeman

Rod was a MESL brother, and a great friend to have. I didn’t get to know him that well him being a year older and capable of greater achievements then I ever pursued but I was really hoping one day to work with him when he started his own MESL Honors Academy. And he would have made a great MESL family of his own with his strong desire to help kids from his neighborhood to succeed. It was always a pleasure when Ms. Crowder requested him to speak for the summer seminars. From my beliefs all the students, and I learned something from Rod's speeches about his experiences at U.C. Berkeley. Although his speeches weren’t professional they were filled with his accomplishments and experience, and that brought more truth and meaning to his words than anything else. I only caught a few words on what he wanted to do with his degree but when I heard he wanted to be barber the first thing that came to mind was to ask him cut off my dreadlocks after I graduated college. The Oak Park community and the world lost one honorable, dedicated, and truly unforgettable man.

I know you're watching over us Rod.

ashley statum

when i read in the paper what had happened, i was devistated. i recodnized the picture from my 04 yearbook, and it just broke my heart to hear what had happened to this wonderful person. i didn't know rod personally, but i had seen him around campus, and obviously graduation. he was one of the "popular" kids and i was the loser rocker chick so we never spoke lol. even though we never met, i saw him, and i feel as a fellow(former)warrior and just, human being, that i have to pay my respects. he was a great guy with so much potential, and to have his life taken from him is a horrible loss to everyone he knew. my prayers go out to his family, friends, girlfriend and of course, to rod himself. be at peace my friend.

Yolanda Lopez & Elena Garcia

God has sent for his Angel. To see this good looking lil boy to grow into a funny lil man with his little dark face and white beautiful smile. Who has now touched everyone heart in a different way. He is in a safe and peaceful place away from harm and crazy world. He is now doing his job as god's angel.

Tone's mom

I'd like to give my condolences,and say how sorry i am for your lost my prayers go out to all your family,your son was a great kid he was a friend of my sons he would cut his hair.I am also one of many that was proud of your son,god bless you and your family

Patricia

Though I did not know Rod very well, the little I knew about him told me of the great and beautiful person he was. He truly inspired me and made me realize that if I set my mind to it and I apply myself I can achieve anything in life. I was really inspired by him especially because I could relate in some circumstances to his background and where he was coming from. He had such beautiful dreams of giving back to the community and his parents for the love and support they had given him. He was always very appreciative and thankful of those who had helped him succeed in life. I remember as if it were yesterday that he was in the middle of the room talking to us MESL students about how we should never give up, to always look forward, and never loose faith in Ms. Crowder. Almost three weeks ago I had talked to Rod on the phone and told him how he really inspired me and touched me with his life story and struggle to become somebody in life, not just for the betterment of himself but also for communities across the nation and his family. I remember he was really nice to me and told me that if I ever needed help with anything to give him a call and he would be there to help. It was truly a heartbreaking tragedy to hear about his death because he really had a life going for him. Rod inspired me so much that I would always talk about him to my family and friends about his amazing character and warm heart. I know I will miss him very much, and he always remain in my thoughts and in my heart. I truly hope that where ever he may be that he is resting in peace and may God be with his family. Even though Rod is physically gone, I believe he is spiritually with each and everyone of us. Every single thing Rod accomplished he deserved because he struggled for it and he set his mind to it. He was going to be a great leader and he was really going to make a big difference in society with his beautiful dream. I felt it was a true blessing for me to have met him and I know that Rod's words will always ring in our ears and his warmth will always remain in our hearts. Rest in peace Rod and may God be with your family.

Verela

I have no clue what to say. I never met this man in my life, but I have been following the story since the incident. I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family and friends affected by this unruly tragedy. I can see that he was one person that was to make a difference, make the impossible possible. It frightens me to know that someone can be so cold hearted and senseless to committ a crime like this, I too am a mother and am worried about my own son's well being in this corrupted world. May the LORD be with everyone in their time of need and may we all know that he is with our father, bein taken care of, sitting right beside him inside those pearly white gates. I hope for the best in the investigation and I hope the person(s) responsible for this heartless act, are reprimanded to the fullest extent of the law. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Herman Littleton, Elk Grove

I think what happen to this young man is a tragedy, not just for him but for all the lives that he would have undoubtedly touched along the way. Every so often something like this happens and it’s a cry out for change. If we as a people can do anything to make sense out of this it’s to spearhead a new way of dealing with these types of tragedies. The only thing permanent in life is change. It’s time to take back our community and if we don’t do it WILL NOT happen. I don’t know what the answer is but I know there is one. My heart felt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of this obviously very focused young man that intended to make a difference in the community he grew up in. It’s now on us to pick up the ball and run with it.

The Elorduy Family

We would just like to express our sadness to the family of Rod. Our son Anthony and Rod played baseball together in the Tahoe Park Little League. We on occasion took Rod home from baseball practice he was a great kid. We are so sorry! The community has suffered a great loss! Our Prayers are with you and your family, Janeen, Julian and Anthony Elorduy

Michael Valdez

Rod, bro its like I have so many questions 4 u & 4 god.. I don't know why it had 2 b u! Y?! I mean yeah I have our childhood memories and ill keep them 4ever, but I'm at a state of not knowing wut 2 do or think.. I never felt so helpless.. All I can say is this.. Ur 4ever in my heart and ill never 4get when we met up 4 the first time since highschool last summer n u told me how good u were doin.. I didn't tell u but I was so proud to hear that you were livin up to your potential! As a kid I seen how smart u were and always knew u would b a success.. And although your life was cut short bro u WERE a success.. I just wish u could've took it to your full potential.. I regret not stayin in touch with u more often I wish I could've been there with u more.. I wish it could b me not u! As selfish as it sounds I wish we could have u here 4 all of us now.. And its hard 2 set in that ur not gonna come back.. But I know your in a better place and I know god got his angel back.. It just sucks we lost ours.. Rod and gina I'm so sorry! Just be proud u raised a young man that was so smart, proud, and so caring.. ROD I'm proud 2 say I knew u and 4 a good time u were my best friend.. I'm proud of everything u did! Ill see u at the gates bro.. I keep sayin this but, not forever just 4 now! Goodbye bro!!! I luv u!!! Love always n forever, Michael Valdez

Sara

I only got to know Rod through these few sentences in a class we had together: "I am a product of my community. Many people in my life gave me what I have today and shaped me for who I am today. I see it as my duty to continue to do the same."

RENEE PARKER

I DO NOT KNOW ROD BUT I HOPE HE MAY REST IN PEACE AND THAT I WILL PRAY FOR HIM AND HIS FAMILY HE SOUND LIKE A VERRY NICE YOUNG MAN

Marc Leyva

Rod I only knew u thru my sister, but it was not meant for u to leave us now. Everyone will miss u, but i know that you are in peace with God. As i go thru my years of high school i will always think about how you gave back to the community and the great role model you are. In my eyes I am blessed to know such a wonderful person and lastly your a hero and now and angel.

Andrew Lopez

Hey lil bro, this is your big bro drew. I just want you to know that I love you so much, and I'll miss you. I'm sorry this happend to you and I'm sorry I couldn't help you, I tried to help you when you called, but I couldn't. I will never forget this in my life. you will always be in my heart, and i will never forget you.... "YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY LIL SNICKERS" LOVE YOUR BROTHER DREW

De La Cruz Family, Elk Grove

We are sorry to hear about your loss. May God give you strength through this tough time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless

amber

Roddy: God i'm going to miss you! Thank you for doing everything you did for me throughout the time we knew each other. You are so smart and truly are my inspiration to finish college and make something of my life. I know your in a better place and hope that you will help drew make it trough these tough times k. I know you will. until we see eachother again...

Jay Raj Narayan

Rod, you were one of the smartest students I knew. We had math class together and I couldn't believe how intelligent you really were. When I heard you would tutor students, it would amaze me even more. That was nearly four years ago and it's been a long time now. Once in awhile, I would have flashbacks of high school and because of your happy attitude, I always kept you in mind. I knew you were a special person, a once of a kind, but I never knew just how intelligent you really were. You could go to any college you wanted and you were Valedictorian. Wow! Amazing my friend. Now, you must be an angel in the sky because you were simply too good for this world that we live in. Hopefully, you have inspired those that you knew you most to do better and achieve what you did. It's hard for words to explain or describe how much of a good person you were. Through my heart and soul, I hope that you may rest in peace in God's kingdom. You old friend, Jay Raj

CRYSTAL

RODI,I CANT BELIVE WHATS GOING ON RIGHT NOW.YOU WERE SOOO FUN TO BE AROUND.AND ALWAYS DOING THINGS FUNNY BEHIND EVERYONES BACK IN OUR LIL ORANGE JULIES STAND!HAHAHA IT WAS SO LONG AGO,BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET BECAUSE I HAVE MEMORIES.I DONT THINK ANYONE COULD EVER FORGET ABOUT YOU AND UR BIG ASS SMILE!MAY YOU REST IN PEACE SEE YOU IN HEAVEN!

Mai Yang Vang

Rod is truly one of the most intelligent and generous people I've met. He’s been an agent of change since he was born. He was genuinely a bright soul who motivated young folks to go to college and touched many lives. He had a big heart and a big smile. He loved his life and had accomplished so much at such a young age. I’m truly still in shock and trying to process all these emotions. I will miss him so much. Rod and I could go on for hours having deep and genuine conversations about life…I just remember talking to him two weeks ago, we were suppose to get dinner this month and catch up because I didn't get to see him at the Buck gathering...it was suppose to be dinner w/ me and him…I'm just so devastated. All of this just hurts so much right now and I can't make any sense of it… all I can do is think of all the good memories I had with him. I'm not going to let any of that go. I'm always going to remember your big smile, your silly jokes, all the times you school me in calc, your big heart, and the thousands of memories you created for me bro…I'm going to miss you dearly ROD! I know that you will be forever loved by everyone who knew you. -myv

Andrea Munoz

Ive met Rod through my son John, the first time we met when he came to my house, cuts John's hair for some time now, after exchanging a few words with him about his school his goals I knew he was a bright kid and had a big heart, he was soft spoken with a nice smile, very repectful, polite young man, I knew he had goals in life the way he spoke, I was really impressed, and told him what a great person you are to inspire all your friends his age! and he smiled, and said he tries to inspire them all. Soooo sad to hear about his tragic, I continue to pray for his parents and many friends at this difficult time, cherish all your memeories in your heart. You will be greatly missed Rod! To the parents your child was such a HERO in many ways.

miyoshi vingan

ohhh man i dont even know where to start. rodi was such a sweet guy he never used to judge anyone and always put a smile on everyones face. im going to miss him very much. he was truly a angel straight out from heaven and i cant wait to see his beautiful smile again

Serna Family

We would like to send our prayers out to Rods family. When we heard this bad news it broke all of ours hearts. My son Joseph also played ball for many years at Tahoe Tallac with Rod and my Husband coached Rod. They had so much fun playing ball. We lost contact after the boys stopped playing together but we were able to meet up with Rod and his family at a softball tournament just about a year ago. We talked about some of his accomplishments and about college. Our daughter was getting ready to graduate, and we asked him some questions about what we could do to get some help for college, with no questions, he started to tell us of some ways that would be of help....he was so helpful, he gave us his # and said that he would help in any way he could. I told my husband what a very nice young man he was, he didn't even hesitate when we asked for help. I knew right there that he was a GREAT person. Now that I have heard of all he has done for alot of people, we all know that he is GREAT. Our family is very sadden by this and we really would like to send all our prayers to his Mom and Dad and all his family. He is a ANGEL now.

Ramirez Family

We send are condolences and much love for Rod. I am a mother of four whom 2 of them were high school friend's of Rod's and his cusin Freddy. Their name's are Michael and Martin Jr Ramirez (twins). I am so sorry you have lost such a great person my twins have nothing but good to say about your loved one. I am really sorry my heart and prayer goes out to you Mom and Dad. With Much Love and Respect, Ramirez Family

Teri

I did not know this young man. Only in reading about him in the news papers and what I've seen on television. He seemed like the kind of young man that could have been mayor,president or governor. Who knows. He seemed like a caring,intelligent,kind young man...So sorry! My deepest sympathies. You will be in my prayers.. God Bless

Alex Valdez

I met Rodrigo through Andrea Munoz, and while it was the only occasion when I got to meet him, I felt that I got to know the young man even better through the newspaper articles which summarized exactly who he was. Even before that, I remember being very impressed with Rodrigo, just in the way he conducted himself, in being respectful and polite and by him sharing his dreams and ambitions in his life. I could tell he was a very bright young man, filled with a vision that would lead him down a path of success, of dreams come true and of joy and happiness. He just had a certain gentleness and kindness to him. I could almost envision him as someone who someday would emerge as a leader, of making a positive difference in the lives of many and in fulfilling his purpose in this life. Sometimes you just kind of get a feel for certain people, no matter how brief that moment may be. Rodrigo was one of those people. He seemed very content with his life, and as someone who enjoyed opening his heart to others. That, to me, says so much about a person. To lose someone so abruptly is a tragedy in any family's life, but in Rodrigo's case his loss is felt like a shockwave throughout the community, just because of what he meant and what he represented in so many venues. No doubt he was a special young man. His desire to create and follow his path towards his dreams should be admired, and serve as a precedent for those who have the same dreams and ambitions to emulate. Though words certainly cannot express the loss that his friends and family must be enduring at this time, I like to think of him as a gift sent from above. Though his time here was short, the impression and impact he made upon others who knew him I'm certain will be everlasting. And with that, my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Aaron Allen

I was lucky enough to know Rod for a short while... Rod was my roomate my freshmen year at Berkeley. Moreover, my friend. This man never questioned what he would gain from giving. It was always selfless. Selfless generosity and a drive as powerful as I have ever seen. Rod helped me out in ways that many of my friends never have. When one of us needed something Rod didn't stop to think about it, because he was ready to help, always. I enjoyed Rod's company, his loyalty, his positive vibe, and unwavering enthusiasm about life. My love to Rod's family and those closest to him. Most of all to Rod himself, love you man.

sophia

i dont know rod but he looks so familiar in 2004 i was a freshman he was a senior wow,i was reading the newspaper and watching the news when his story came up i was heart broken heres a MAN with so much love and passion takin away before he could start his well deserved life my heart goes out to all his family his girlfriend yvonne words dont describe how sorry i feel its tragic how can somebody so heartless do this hes just another innocent victim i am deeply sorry keep your head up GOD BLESS

CoNsTnTiNo FaMiLy

Our deepest condolecence to the Rodriguez family. you guys will be in our prayers. Que dios los bendiga

robert

i only met him once over the summer at MESL. He gave a speech about his life in oak park and how he wanted to change it and just hearing him talking about his dream. Encourage me and to never giving up on oak park some day ill going to change it for him because he has become a person who change my way of life in oak park and im going to do the same. You can tell that rod was a great person about never giving up ...following your dreams...having a reason to push forward in life when it is dim just by hear what he had to say about his life. As well as telling the people in his,life that change his world his teacher friends and family. there is so many more i wish i could have learn from him becuase it felt like he new ever thing in life. the way to push away the pain and find happiness through all that trouble. Even thought he is gone i will never forget him and the thing he has done for our community. To me this is what rod is a true human being : be a kind hearted person, a person that push there limit for other, inspiration, and so many more...rest in peace rod aka a friend to all and god bless you and everyone around u

Shabazz Family

We met him this summer at the MESL program at Sac State and we admired him. We will be praying for you all. God Bless, Shaheed & Ebony

Sapphire & the Cobian Family

i met Rodrigo once over the summer. but my first impression was that he was a really cool person. he came to our class and told us about his life, what he did in his years as a MESL student, and gave us game as far as doing well for ourselves. he told us about what we needed to do to get into and stay in college. he told us how he was going to start his own chain of barber shops and give back to his community and told us to give back in our lives as well. he was young with his whole life ahead of him and we give our condolences to to his family and friends. our greatest hope is that you stay strong and know that he is in a better place even if it wasn't his time. we wish you the best of luck and pray that you will make it through this hard time.

Kerry Hoyle

I have worked with Rod's mother Gina for many years. She was so proud of him and all he has accomplished. He made a lasting impression on all that knew him in his very short time here on earth. My thoughts and prayers go to him and his family at this very difficult time. Gina, remember your friends and family are here for you! We love you.

Henry Martinez

Good Bye Rod.

BONITA F. BARNES

Such a BEAUTIFUL Spirit loss. Rod was an inspiration to all and an example of how to live as a respectful child and young man. I was Blessed to know him in his teenage years as he prepared for his enormous future in the MESL program at the Sacramento Police Athletic League. Rod was the example for all the younger children in the SacPAL program. We have truly loss one of America's best. We will miss you Rod. Peace and Blessings Indeed to all of Rod's family and friends. I pray for the Holy Spirit to comfort you in this time of mourning.

Esther

To my Cousin's who lost their pride and joy. You're in my prayers and before this tragic event took place, you all were in my thoughts as well. Our family is so big and things like this are our wake up call to unite every chance we get. I know Rod would've changed the face of Oak Park and Sacramento itself had he accomplished everything he wanted to in life. Good people like him come from good loving families and he'll never ever be forgotten.

David & Rebecca Azua & Familia

Rod & familia Sorry to hear about Rod jr I was really touch on Monday night to see the support from all your friend's & Familia, I have been to a lot of funerals unfortunatly and I just could feel the positive impact that this young man left behind! I am positive that the good Lord has given him his reward!!!! I also am positive that God will give you peace in your hearts to deal with this great loss! God did promise that if we accept him as our personal savior and live accordinly one day we will see our loved ones again! Love La Familia Azua

KATiE SMiTH

ROD JUST GOT BACK FROM ALL YOUR SERViCES! THEY WERE AMAZiNG! YOU WERE TRULEY ARE AN AMAZiNG PERSON!!i WAS TALKiNG TO YOUR UNCLE ABOUT YOU AND i COULDNT HELP BUT CRY THiNKiNG ABOUT ALL THE GREAT THiNGS YOU HAD PLANNED (ALSO DiD) DOiNG FOR YOUR COMMUNiTY!NEVER HAVE WE HAD SUCH A GREAT ADViSOR, LEADER, AND MENTOR iN A COMMUNiTY LiKE OAK PARK. GOD BLESS YOU ROD! YOU ARE TRULEY MiSSED

Nicole

I went to Hiram Johnson High School with Rod...and to hear that one of the brightest, coolest, and most inspiring guys that I have ever known passed away...there were no words for the sadness I felt. I extend my deepest sympathy's to the family and I just want you to know that Rod not only touched my life with his smile and spirit but all those around him. He will be deeply missed.

Andrew Raridan

Rod was a great teammate and friend. He will always be remembered.

Imelda Moreno

My condolences to you and your family in the loss of your son,How proud you must have been with his great accomplishments,those are the memories that will keep you strong.My prayers are with you.

Melanie Boughton

To Rod and the Family, The funeral service today was inspiring and it made me sad that I did not know Rod better. I pray that his spirit lives on in everyone, and that his dream to change his community comes true.

Michael R

Rod was my cousin. I am going to miss him so much. I wish though I had hanged with him more often. He even said one day I should come to UC Berkley and visit him. Now I will never get that chance. Even though we should be sad of his death, we should be proud of his accomplishments and successes in his life. Remember, we are not saying goodbye; we are saying see you later. Rod's spirit will be in our hearts forever to come. Rod and Gina, you raised a wonderful son together. He was the most amazing person ever. He never needed your help but always loved to see you guys always. Now, I can't wait to try your food, Aunt Gina. I bet it is good. I love you guys so much and we will all miss Rod very very much.

pancho marquez

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say... but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you." It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man." God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're

Roseanne H

My condolences to the Rodriguez Family. It seemed that Rod was destined to do great things. So why is he gone at such a young age?? He's not. Rod left memories and inspirations that touched the community for which he strived to make better. I don't know any person who has met Rod who doesn't remember him. Even if it was just his smile that they remembered. And for those who knew him well, he will always be remembered for his hunger to make his community a better place for his friends & family to live. Either way, he will be remembered as someone who had hope and believed that with some effort the world could be made a better place and that for those who strived to get an education could be tutored and given hope. He had a big heart and he spread it wide. He was a true definition of what we look for in a Buck Scholar. We are all proud of his accomplishments in such a short period.

Nadine

Hey cuzin its wednesday i feel like i lost track of time im so shocked and sad how something like this can be happening in our family, you have made such a huge impact on so many people its amazing did you see the car wash sunday there was hella people that came by and showed love, everyone was helping out too, even jojo was out there tryin to dry cars! there was like a non stop line of cars but i know your up there lookin down on us so you seen it. i finally came to work today i feel better. i was just sad for hella long because this shouldnt have happend to you, you were the wrong one. but intill we meet again in my heart is were ill keep you love you cuzn...

frank maldonado

terra lopez

Im truly sorry that this happened to you rod. you were such a hige inspiration to us all...esp. to my brother and I. I cried for hours after hearing about what had happened. You will always be here with us, with me. I have a picture of you that I am going to keep with me, in my wallet. I want you near me, in the hopes that the strength you had will somehow rub off onto me. You have also inspired me to continue on with school. I'm going to graduate (along with the other kids who feel this same way) in your honor and for your memory. Thank you Rod for always being a geniune person. You were a beautiful soul and your life will forever live on. Thank you Rod. I love you AVID brother.

Andy and Damaris

Rod and Gina, our heartfelt condolences to you!

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Isaac Ricard

The caring and loving spirit of Rod shall not be forgotten. His philanthropic spirit, is tenacity for education, and his drive for purpose has left a mark in the hearts of my AVID/MESA family, myself, and whomeverelse he had the opportunity to interact with. I felt a deep sorrow when I heard about the loss of such a great young man. One at first I did'nt know exactly how to handle at the given time. But I shed my tears for him, his family, and our friends. This urges, or inspires me to remind us that everyday is a blessing and every morning is a gift. Even in my suffering I can rejoice because of the joy that has yet been revealed to me by the Lord. That joy I know that Rod is now in the midst of. That Joy that erases all pain in suffering. I love you Rod, my Brother in Christ, and my prayers are with you still, and are with your family in this moment of Sadness. Isaac Ricard Sacramento High School Class of 2003

CRiS

HI LiL RODi!!!Just wanted to say that ur in my prayers EVERY night and WE MISS YOU. I know your my hun's angel in heaven watching over her. <3 u always n forever.

Zac Gamper

i went to sac high with rod..and when i heard about his passing it hurt a lot. Rod was one of the smartest person at Sac. We also played baseball together, those days were the day i remember the most./ I hadnt seen rod for awhile, but one day visiting my girlfriend down in Berkeley i saw him on campus. i knew Berkeley was lucky to have a person like rod on campus. We got to talk to for about 30 mins, but he had to go to class. i didnt know that would be the last time i would see rod. It hurts to know that such a great person who was on his way of making something of his life, on his way to helping his commuinty and greatness to be gone. Rod will be missed everyday.. I send my deepest sadness to Rod's family.. R.I.P. Rod

BrittanyKing

Ms. Crowders ADVID/MESA was where I meet Rod. He was a very special person that you couldn't help but love. He was very kind harted and was always willing to lend a hand to those who needed it. He helped me alot and i wish be there when I graduate from college. I wish i could hear his words to me, damn Brittany its about time, but I'm proud you made it. He is one person one can think about when everything goes wrong, or tired of just tring so hard and you just want to give up. He is proof when it comes to accomplishing your goals you can't let all trials, that may come your way hold you back. My hart and prayers go out to his family who are just as loving and welcoming as Rod. ROD YOU WILL BE MISSED, NEVER FORGOTTEN, AND YOU WILL LIVE ON IN THE HARTS OF THOSE YOU'VE TOUCHED..RIP

Anonymous

Our thoughts and prayers are with you......

Eva Rodrigues

Zemario C Sheppard

what has happen is both tragic & retarded, respect to the departed, Rod you're in a better place, To your family God's grace, I pray that we as people can learn from our mistakes, Just like that your gone but in our hearts & minds you'll stay. Farewell my MESA/AVID Brother...Believe it or not you left a legacy, we can all learn from Rod Rodriguez,Real Talk

Nancy

I didn't know this good man that well, but what i do know for sure is all the wonderful things he did for people and how he touched all our hearts. He didn't deserve to die so coldly because he was a good man who deserved the best in the world. I think the day he died is going to be remembered by us all because not only was he a role model for many, but he was also our friend that we will miss greatly. My greatest condolence goes to his family and i hope that justice is made. I hope Rod rests in peace.

Michele Espinoza

Rodi, I’m still deeply saddened by all of this, my heart is hurt & I have never felt pain like this. I will never forget Sunday Sept 16 2007 @ 6:30pm, the night when mine and your family's whole life changed. Nobody could have ever told me this was going to happen to you…and if they did I would never have believed them. Nobody deserves this…but ESPECIALLY NOT you! You were such a great guy. Your death is a tremendous loss to everyone who knew you. You were like a brother to Larry, Melinda & ME. My parents loved you as if you were their own. I ♥ you Rodi& I miss you so much...WE ALL DO! You had so much drive and determination, the world was yours for the taking. You cared about everyone around you and were such a good friend. You had a heart of gold. You were kind and genuine. I will miss your smile, man you were ALWAYS smiling!! You and my brother were so goofy and funny together! I WILL NEVER forget the good times, there are so many. I can’t believe we have to live the rest of this world w/out you. I can’t even put into words what I am feeling. You will always be my 'other lil' brother'...Rodi I will never forget you. I will keep your name alive forever. I'm more than grateful that I was able to have you in my life. I will never question if you knew how much you meant to me (and my family), b/c I know that you knew how much we ♥ed you. But... I wish I could have told you that you were (and always will be) MY HERO and even though I'm older than you, I’ve looked up to you. It's selfish of me to want you here w/ all your family and friends b/c KNOW you’re in a better place.

'Til we meet again...♥ Always, Ur 'Big Sis' Michele (Shely)

Michele Espinoza

Kristin

There is no explanation for such a tragic loss. I hope the family of this remarkable young man knows that he has touched the lives of those who never had the pleasure of even knowing him. Mr. and Mrs. Rodriguez, thank you for raising such an angel. May God Bless the Rodriguez family... Kristin-a South Sacramento Community Member

APRiL ALLEN-MARTiNEz

I REALLY DONT KNOW WHAT TO SAY BUT TO THE FAMILY IM SORRY THAT WE HAD TO LOSE HIM SO SOON HE WAS JUST GETTING STARTED... ROD I REMEMBER WHEN I FIRST MET YOU AT MCCLATCHY YOU WASN'T THERE FOR THAT LONG BUT I WAS SO MAD THAT DAY AND YOU MADE ME SMILE YOU TOLD ME NOTHING COULD BE THAT BAD AND YOU WHERE RIGHT YOUR SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON AND IM SO SORRY THAT YOUR NOT WITH US ANY MORE I WAS TOLD WHEN MY TIA PASED THAT GOD ONLY TAKES YOU SO YOUNG WHEN HE HAS A PLAN FOR YOU SOMETHING BIGGER THEN WHAT YOU WERE DOING ON EARTH SO HE MUST HAVE A WONDERFUL PLAN BECAUSE YOU WERE DOING GREAT THINGS HERE WE ALL MISS YOU SO MUCH AND LOVE YOU YOUR FOREVER IN MY HEART LOVE APRiL ALLEN-MARTiNEz

Kaitlin treadway

You will be missed by many. Its no way for anyone to die and you didnt diserve it. I hope you rest in peace and in paradise. RIP RODI ~ RIP CHeeK$ ~ RIP RALPHI

DUBB

YOU WILL BE MISSED FAMILY..BUT WE KNOW YOUR IN A GOOD PLACE AND WE'LL SEE YOU AGAIN.......... MUCH LUV

Unica

You did so much for the community and you touched so many hearts. You are a positve role model and for me have given me more of a motivation to stay on the right path. You will never be forgotten. The Lord has chosen you to leave this world that has so much pain, hatred and agony and took you to parardise. May you rest in peace. God bless you and you family!

Arturo Apodaca

Rod is a real life hero. In the tradition of Jesus, Gahndi, and MLK, Rod was at peace with his life and showed others how to find it. Rod would come back to Cal and teach my kids about the importance of education. He was a friend to me, and even though I'm older than him, I looked up to him. I am only inspired to work harder to protect and faicilitate our communities future. Rod lives with many of us, and I'm blessed to have known him. Apodaca

Michele ESPO

LOVE YOU RODI!

♥ MeiShi

Larry Sr and Lupe Espinoza

Our sincere condolences to Gina and Rod Sr. Our prayers and thoughts will always be with you. I again thank you for BLESSING us with the opportunity to have Rodi as part of our family for over 9 years. He truly was and will always be a BLESSING to us. He was a brother to Larry Jr, and lil brother to Michele and Melinda. They had a bond that was sooo strong and they would talk about everything that was going on in their lives. That bond also grew with Alfonzo (Bubba), Erika and my nephew Andy. Rodi was and will continue to be a true inspiration to all that knew him. He always wanted the BEST for everyone. He had so many dreams especially when it came to the 2 of you. He would tell us of how he planned to buy the home you now live in because it was "home" for him. I will truly miss his smiling face, his hugs when he would see us and his mannerism. You raised a fine young man. We know that Rodi is in GOD's hands but we would rather have him here with us! We will cherish the memories all the days of our lives. I pray that our Lord Jesus Christ continue to comfort you now and always. Rodi may be gone but Rodi will NEVER be forgotten!

Anonymous

Sorry for your loss. He sounded like a very friendly and respectible person. He will always be remembered by you guys.

Vanessa Molina

man lil rod i can't believe you are gone. i wish i got to spend more time with you while you where here and i am sorry that i didn't. i will always remenber the days you went to b's house and we would play house in the back yard. I remember you, me , and alecia would play forever. when i was young i always knew that you would do something great with your life. you would always talk about how you wanted to be a lawyer and i would smile and say one day i am going to marry you:). i am sorry for the loss of your family and they are in my prayers...R.I.P. LIL ROD....

ANDY JR

MAN. I KNEW RODI FOR A LONG TIME AND THE TIME I KNEW HIM HE WAS A GOOD PERSON. HE WAS ONE PERSOM THAT NEVER GOT INTO ANY TROUBLE. IF YOU KNEW RODI YOU WOULD KNOW WHAT I WAS TALKIN ABOUT. HE WAS LIKE MY LITTLE BROTHER AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED. THEY CAN NEVER TAKE WHAT WE HAD. YOU WERE IN MY LIFE FOR A REASON. I THANK YOUR PARENTS FOR BRINGING YOU INTO MY LIFE BECAUSE WITHOUT YOU NO TELLIN WHERE I WOULD BE SO I THANK YOU FOR THAT. R.I.P. RODI YOU WILL LIVE ON THREW ME AND MY HEART LOVE U LIL BRO ANDY JR

Michele Espinoza

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anonymous

Rod...

I really don't know how to begin...It feels like hours ago when you said you was gonna call me later(Saturday Night)! I don't understand why this had to happen but i'm tryn to deal with it... How am i supppose to act or react to a situation like this? You were apart of my everyday life... and I want you back soo bad bro... we've been through soo much but I know that theres soo much more we haven't done together... and it hurts bad man... i can't even explain... it feels like every tear that comes out tells a different story about the stuff we've done! "If only they got to meet you" thats what i keep tell'n myself! Even if they all died today... It wouldn't bring you back! How could this happen to YOU? Where was I at? Why couldn't I be there with you that day at that time? I was always there for you and you were always there for me... I don't wanna have to go on without you... What would you do ROD? Everyone wants to know why this happened... for a minute i did too... but to be honest... there is NO REASON good enough to explain it! My believes are all mixed up... I should know better... But we were soo close!! I keep thinking that your playing a prank on me and that soon you're gonna pop up and say "Gotcha"! But i don't think thats gonna happen now... You know, nobody deserves what happened to you but YOU really didn't deserve this... I know for a FACT how good of a person you were and i'll never let that fade... I also wanted to THANK you for being who you were in life to me, Erika, Cessy, My Family... (me Casa su Casa) =) All those cliches and side jokes... i'm gonna miss them but i'll never forget them! Only you can understand them as much as me but i'll still remind people where i got'm from! Remember we had our own little language? "Good Times"! Movies will never be the same without you... same goes for club'n and pretty much everything we do...cause everything we did was with you!! The feeling of knowing that you're no longer here...

.........

I never would've thought I would have to feel that way... it makes me feel numb and sometimes cold... I never had any brothers growing up... and you quickly filled that position for me... Since 7th grade (CAL) you was closer to me than most relatives!! Along with your parents we watched at how quick you grew from a young man to an adult... You had such a beautiful MIND... your thoughts were always PURE... I know that i was blessed to have you as my closest friend... But i don't want it to end there! You showed LOVE to so many people I don't think it's fair to say that I was YOUR best friend... ROD i KNOW where i stood in your life and i would rather keep it at that... I know how much you meant to me and ONLY YOU know how much we meant to you! Did you know that because of you all of our families were coming together? BECAUSE OF YOU...
my BEST FRIEND...
my BROTHER...
I LOVE YOU ROD

***Rest In Paradise***

Rodrigo Rodriguez's Cell - 916-825-9771
Rod's Myspace - www.myspace.com/rodi_buddy916 (left it the same way it was)
Rod's Email - Rodi_Buddy916@yahoo.com

Melinda

Hey Rod, I've came on this site about a million times, but my mind goes blank every time I try to write something. I have so much to write, but it makes me very sad when I have to think about memories. Yes, I am very grateful for them, but this is not how it’s supposed to be. You should still be here with us.....I should be going over Larry’s house to see you and crack jokes or you should be coming over to my house to fall asleep. But those times are gone and I can never get them back and every time I think about them it just makes me sad. Because all I can think about is why ROD? Out of all the people in the world and he took ROD? You were his to begin with and I guess he needed you back. Nothing will ever be the same again. Although, we try, there is still that emptiness that nobody can fill. I’ll probably just grow Darius’ hair out because I don’t know who is going to cut it? Bubba’s too? Do you remember when I tried to line Bubba up and you guys were hella gettin on me? Guess I’m gonna have to start practicing again huh? I want to let you know that I am so proud of you. You never did anything for yourself. It was always for somebody else. I remember you would always tell me that you wanted to finish school and get a good job, so that your parents wouldn’t have to work anymore. I wish there were more MEN like you in this world. You were really ONE of a KIND! Even though you were already like my lil BROTHER, you were close to becoming a part of our family-FOR REALS! I’m so happy to know that you and YVONNE were planning MARRIAGE and a FAMILY....You guys were the perfect couple…..you two were the meaning of TRUE LOVE. I’m just so sorry that it had to come to an end…… All I have left are pictures and many, many memories……………You and Larry coming to stay the night at our 1st apartment and you guys sleeping on the floor, our duplex, finally our house, begging your mom to let you come over, going over Larry’s house (Both), my moms house, cracking jokes, you coming over to fall asleep, watching us play games, you trying to play madden, movies clips, “I Beg to Differ” LOL you were cracking up when I said that, cutting Darius’ hair, bubba’s, buddy’s, Andy’s, birthdays, holidays, you not eating nothing to you eating everything, you with your mouth open all of the time, the BUTT jokes, you in the 50, Charger V 50, you letting me borrow your 50-Thanks, random conversations from life, break ups, work etc… buying Jordan’s, funny faces, going to the fair, New Years, getting wasted, clubbin, movies, BBQ’s, Volleyball, Basketball…the list goes on and on……… ~Til we meet again~ Loving and Missing you always! Your other SIS ~Melinda~

Keno

so many lost too many gone but not forgotn so young so much to live for everybodies like i cant believe we lost him everybodys gonna die but like that and right now was not for him heads bow'd eyes close tears dropn pain is love and so many hurt to see you go in times like these we need each other so true friends and family stay close close by each others side lending a sholder to lean on or a hand to wipe an eye you never really know how much something or someone meant until you've lived with or had to cope with the goodbye's so this isnt a goodbye to you my friend its a so long till all that loved you see you again.

Laurie

Strange it is, how someone you have never met can touch another's life. I have not had the pleasure of meeting this remarkable young man but have only heard wonderful things about him. How blessed you all have been to have such an icon amongst you even for this short period of time, 22 years. May "Rod" rest in peace and in the presence the Lord forevermore. I pray that his family and friends be comforted and uplifted by Our Lord and Savior.

sophia

they got him!!!they got him!!!! rest in peace now lil angel i know u are keepin the people in heaven happy as u do with everyone keep smilin lil angel...u touched so many gone so soon ....

sophia

they got him!!!they got him!!!! rest in peace now lil angel i know u are keepin the people in heaven happy as u do with everyone keep smilin lil angel...u touched so many gone so soon ....

Ronald Page

Rod, we had so many memories here at CAL. To many shared and related events, past and present. I know I will never meet a friend like you again, who grew so close with me so quickly. I still can't believe you are gone. I still look for you at the SLC and gym, and think about all the things we wanted to do together. The trip to ATL, Riding rims while weaving through traffic, and just bench pressing two plates were among my most frequent thoughts. The next are of the things you were going to do for your community and other communities. You were my ally. A friend among foes. I love ya and miss ya man. I'll never forget Rod's Cuts

RED

THOUGH I ONLY KNEW HIM AS A BABY, I KNOW HE HAD THE FINEST PARENTS EVER KNOWN. I WATCHED HIS MOTHER CARRY HIM THREW A ROUGH NINE MONTHS AND HIS FATHER ADORE HIM. I AM SO SORRY I MISSED SO MANY YEARS OF HIS LIFE AND THIERS. MY HEART IS BROKEN FOR THEM AND THE WORLD TO LOSE SUCH A PROMISING YOUNG MAN. ALL MY LOVE TO YOU ROD AND GINA. I SAY A PRAYER EVERY DAY FOR ALL OF YOU.

Michele Espinoza

Love You Rodi...Theres not a day that goes by when your not on my mind & in my ♥.

katie

just thinkin about you rod. rest in peace

a live taken too short for what ?!? because someone thought he was someone else ? even if someone else did something bad to the guy caught, did he really feel that this would be pay back ? now i hope this guy can sit in jail for the rest of his life knowing he's there for taking a life. a life not meant to be taken. and for the guy who he was after, may this help lead you in the right directions. my heart goes with this family of a young man i have not met. someone with so much potential. a guy who could have followed others but yet chose to be a leader. hopefully a tragedy like this will have a positive affect on the next generations. violence against violence only ends with death and most commonly, death of an innocent person. young and old. i'm sure had this young life taken had the chance, he would have gone very far and would have been a great role model for all of sacramento. again, my heart and prayers go to the family of Rod Jr.

Anonymous

So glad they got the guy.. we love and miss you Rodi..

anonymous

just thinkin about ya.miss u much..glad they caught the guy.im sorry if i dont have much to say.i get speechless everytime.no words can express how any one feels about this.sigh rest in peace rOd.

Terrance Wilson

Rodi (my brother from another mother) u truly will be missed bro. Seems like yesterday we were talk n about going 2 Hawaii when u graduated man. Even our days at cal(middle school) i remember larry,you, and i joke n around when we had p.e. together. All the memories i have with you were all postive. i just wanted to say you were one of my best friends and you always stayed the same ever since i meet you. Your mother,father, and you always welcomed me into their home with open arms, and treated me like i was one of their own children. I just wanted to say thanks for being such a good friend bro, and you truly will be missed.

Cousin Rudy

Just letting you know that a day has'nt gone by without thinking of you. I miss you cousin, we all do! I will never forget that classic colgate smile!! You know you were always about doing it big , but you're bigger than this world cousin,to all of us. You'll never be forgoten

cris

hi LiL R0di! Just wanted to say hi and that we all MISS u..especially my hun..i still keep prayin for u n ur fam..LOVE U LiL R0di!..p.s.i always crack up when i start thinking about all the stupid things i would do and say while u were takin us home!! n when we wud stop for sum jack in the crack! lol...i will never forget...♥637

Patricia Sanchez

Hey Rod, I just wanted to let you know that there is not a day that goes by in which your memories don't cross my mind. I know I did not know you as much as other people but you were like no other person I had ever met in my life. Everyday as I sit in class I think about the things you would say and I use that to keep me going when I feel like giving up. It still does not make sense to me how this happened and I still can't get it through my head that you are gone. I want to believe I will see you again in the summer and that this is not true at all. You were truly one of a kind and someone that really set an example for myself and others in the community. I really wish that you are in paradise resting in the arms of the Lord because like the poem says He only takes the best. Just know you will always be in my memories and I hope that one day I will see you again in Heaven. Rest in peace Rodi. You will forever be missed.

M. ELIAS

"I'm In The Arms of Jesus" Daddy, please don't look so sad, Mama please don't cry ~ "Cause I am in the arms of Jesus and He sings me lullabies. " Please, try not to question God, Don't think he is unkind Don't think He sent me to you, and then He changed his mind. You see, I am a special child, and I'm needed up above I'm the special gift you gave Him, the product of your love. I'll always be there with you and watch the sky at night, Find the brightest star that's gleaming, That's my halo's brilliant light. You'll see me in the morning frost, that mists your window pane. That's me in the summer showers, I'll be dancing in the rain. When you feel a little breeze, from a gentle wind that blows That's me, I'll be there, planting a kiss on your nose. When you see a child playing, and your heart feels a little tug, That's me, I'll be there, giving your heart a hug. So Daddy, please don't look so sad, Mama please don't cry. I'm in the arms of Jesus and He sings me lullabies.

Monica Ornelas

Two days away from it being a month since the day everyones's lives changed..and im STILL on stuck..I still CANT believe this. Cant believe im visiting a site like this & writting something like this for YOU. Its just NOT right and everyone knows that YOU out of all people just simply did not deserve this. Everyones says that but its just soo TRUE! I have so many thoughts running through my mind like crazy. I think about you every second that passes by. Millions of things, places, foods, stores, songs, clothes, movies, streets(lol), holidays, etc. remind me of you. [No words can ever explain this feeling] Staring at that picture above of you in your tan "Sean John" t-shirt takes me back to that day. I remember going with you just as if it was yesterday,so clear in my head, sitting there at Sac State watching you as you gave your speech to those young teens about how you grew up and all your successes and how they can accomplish so many things jus like you had regardless of anything...and it made me realize, DAMN..you were such an inspiration to not just me but everyone! Regardless of race & age..a great amount of people looked up to you! Ms. Crowder would always keep you busy:) But you would never mind and always did it with a big ol' smile. Everytime I went with you to give your talks you always said the same exact thing with a little twist..lol..Your speeches were always soo GOOD though..they were real, nothing written or practiced..you would just talk from the heart. Well, except your Valedictorian speech of course you sat there and wrote it & practiced saying it..lol..you read it out loud to me so many times asking if it was good enough and of course i was always impressed by your work...i could barely read your chicken scratch of hand writting you had..lol..so thank god for Microsoft Word..lol..made it much easier for me to "edit" your papers eventhough you knew how horrible of a writer i was when it came to essays, but you would still ask me what i thought & for my opinion..it was sweet:) You would never imagine how many people from all ages you've touched. Im positive the elementay kids you tutored in Oakland will always remember you, especially that lil girl who had a crush on you;) how cute!..She stared at you the whole time as we cut the construction paper and you just cheesed right back at her..lol..it was so funny and cute. It was so much fun that day when we read to them & helped them make valentine cards. They were irritating the hell out of you..lol..but you loved them and you loved to work with them. MAN!..when i think back to everything its seems so unreal for you to not be here anymore. I'll always treasure and NEVER forget all our good memories and even all the not so good ones too..Im grateful i got the chance to have you apart of my life for those years..You know exactly how much you saved my life and made it for the better when it was falling apart & i had no direction..you came into my life at the perfect time and im so thankful for that..you know exactly what im talkn about.. I remember the 1st time i seen you in high school, i knew you were different..SPECIAL..nothing like anyone else ive ever met. It was as if i fell in love with you instantly as weird as it sounds. Chita & Sylvia ya'll already know how it was..You would jus love it when i would tell you how fine i thought you were..lol..and how sprung i was on you before we got together..lol..yea, i was never ashamed to say that..it is wut it is..you would be like "uh-huh uh-huh and wut else did you think of me??"..lol.. I know im the past, we didnt work out but you'll always have a place in my heart..always..you know why..i mean we were like siamese twins for over 3 years..lol..forever with each other back then.. To hear you were doing great and living your life to the fullest makes me happy. We always wanted the best for each other. And if that meant us goin our seperate ways than thats what we both did and accepted it. I was lucky to be by your side throughout the years we shared helping you mentally and seeing you work so hard in high school and then in Berkeley also. Like you would always say "hard work will always pay off in the end"..and eventhough your life came to an end too soon..your still accomplishing so much..having a library named after you..the scholarships that UC Davis and Sac State are gonna name after you as well..and now, the barbershop:"Rodi's House of Skills"..your name will live on. I just cant get it through my head. Seemed like you were so happy at this point in your life and it saddens & pisses me off to know that just when everything was goin so right for you...someone took your life away for NO reason. YOU had done nothing but GOOD deeds and would never harm someone which is why this is just NOT right..and it hurts my heart so much. Im so sorry you never got the chance to complete your dreams and plans. You had so much goin for yourself and you were gonna be big, everyone knew it and so did you. Nothing was ever handed to you like some people you knew, you struggled and worked your ass off day and night trying to do everything. You were just an amazing person period. I could go on and on talking about you. NO ONE will ever FORGET YOU and we're MISSING YOU! I Love You.. *Rest in Paradise Rod* Luv, Your High School Sweetheart P.S "2.99"(i'll NEVER forget) Stay Strong Gina, Big "lil" Rod;) Dru and Dre..i ♥ you guys

yesenia cervantes

i dint know you, but im sure you left many people behind that loved and always will remeber you. sorry to your friends and family. may you live in our hearts forever.

monica perez

I feel really sad 4 what you guy are feeling. Well he is in a better place right now. And i know every thing cuase my tia and my tio is Frank and Martha Elias.

monica perez

I feel really sad 4 what you guy are feeling. Well he is in a better place right now. And i know every thing cuase my tia and my tio is Frank and Martha Elias.

Anonymous

I will never forget you

I will always think about you

I can never be the person you were

But know that everything I do...

Is done with you in mind!

I MISS YOU ROD

Buddy

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Anonymous

Rodi, Thank You for making our HUN sOoOoOoOoOoOoOoOoOoOoOo HAPPY! WE All ♥ YOU and MISS YOU but especially our Hun, Honey, Puppy, Whatever you want to call her.THANK Y♥U!

ALTi

Thank You Rodi for being such an AWESOME person to everyone! Watch over our Puppy and take good care of her, I know you are her ANGEL now!! We ♥ YOU!!!!

Anonymous

We miss you Rodi!!!

Juli

Rodi,
I can’t explain the pain that not only me but everyone else has been feeling! You were such a great person and didn’t mind working hard to get what you wanted in life. You were one of a kind! The sky was the limit for you!!! I can only imagine how much you would have accomplished in life if you were given another chance. All that you’ve done will never be forgotten. We all miss you Rodi!!! Thanks for all of your smiles, putting up with us during our late nights, being a role model for any and everyone to look up to, and especially making someone that means a lot to me a very happy person and a part of your world.
I know you’ll always watch down on all of us!!!

~R*I*P Rodi~ You’ll always be in our hearts!

CRiS

HI LiL R0Di!!! SO i'm back! i cnt believe that a month ago today u guys were cupcakin it on the phone for hrs n we got talk!!! ALSO i was BEYOND hyper n decided to do my ENTIRE Las Vegas Pussycat Doll's routine N u were stuck being an audio audience of it! hahahah (i wish u wud have seen it, it was very unique haha) i know that the whole time u really wanted to tell me to shut up so u guys can talk in peace BUT of COUrse u cudnt help but to laugh at me! L0L i know too u were prolly thinkin like WTH is wrong wit dis grl hahaha OH R0Di who am i supposd to entertain like that now?? n who is gonna b my match maker??? More memories like these were suposd to continue but just not now in this world. When we meet again it will b somewhere we all wish we can b N u are now there with God n My Daddy...I wud do anything for u guys to still b here but God has his reasons. U had no idea how much u meant to us n to my best friend/sister...When i was talkn wit hun i was tellin her like..man i wish i wuda known wat a big nerd he was! haha i mean i knew u were a smart but i didnt have all the details on it! lol (i wud have been able to crack sum jokes!)...One thing is for sure Forever; n that is that U will NEVER b FORGOTTEN by ANYONE who EVER met u n ur MEMORY will ALWAYS live on...♥u LiL R0Di...i will be back soon!!!!MISSSSSSSSSS UUUUUUUUU!!! :* ( p.s. Kanye's Good life song, reminds of u EVERY time i hear it..i feel as if ur tellin us "I'm Good!"

Yvonne (BM)

Forever in Our Hearts
Rod Rodriguez

♥ Rodi (BD), It’s been the longest, hardest month of my life. Words could never explain how I feel. Life without you will never be the same. It was the best year of our lives and it all ended too soon. You’re in my thoughts every moment of everyday. You’re the most genuine and considerate person I have ever met. Thank you for loving me, being there for me and making all the memories with me that I’ll never forget. When I think of you, I can’t help but imagine your big smile cause you were so happy. I will never let your memory fade. You touched so many lives and strived to make a difference, and you did. Everything you did to help and teach others will never be forgotten. Your name, your smile and your legacy will live on forever. I can't wait to see you again.. Until then, I'll see you in my dreams... I miss you and I love you ♥

ADRIANA COLMENARES

REST IN PARADISE ROD

Adriana Rodriguez Contreras

Roddy aka Lil Rod aka My Sunshine, This has been the longest weeks of my life. I lost track of time and dates. I had to come back to work because I know you would tell me not to play and get my money. And of course take care of Valentina. My heart is broken and I don't think it will ever be the same with you. I thought I was going to faint when I went up and spoke at the rosary. But I know you would have done that if it was me in your shoes. And I know you would be missing me as much as I'm missing you. I love you and I know you love me. You remember all the good times. Your laugh sounded like you were chuckling. Late nights at my house typing away like there was no tomorrow, my computer crashing and you getting bent out of shape, wrestling until one of us gave up and we wouldn't. Borrowing my car because you had to floss and YOU did. Going to dinner with you, your Mom, your Dad, Aunt Emily, Uncle Frank and my Mom when you was in 8th grade. Being there before Valentina came into the world and right after. Remember when we went to the cabin and we sleeped in the same bed, back to back because it was cold. I remember when you would come and spend the night on 33rd with Nadine and you guys would sleep feet to head and have a pillow in between. Or when you started really eating at my house and you had to force yourself to eat everything because my mom would say that you had to eat everything she served you. Or how about just this year at Baby Jo's birthday party in May and you showed up and everyone in the room started to clap because you was You..I remember calling you too and you was like " I wish you guys would tell me stuff not last minute"..You showed for Valentina's and my birthday. Remember calling me on my birthday. You and Yvonne were acting like such goof balls. At my mom's for my birthday and you ate a half dozen of tortillas because you couldn't get enough. Or how about when you tried to stick my face in the cake and I had to back up. Or how about when we went to Frisco the last week of May. Come on now, none of us took a camera for a reason. SO we wouldn't have proof. I remember your Dad telling me not to worry because you would take care of me. And I'm the older cousin. But you did and I had such a blast. Member being on the phone at 2:30am trying to find a taxi and you used my phone to call 411 instead of your own. Taking a taxi to and from and staying at your house. I know you are still grooving baby boy.. All them moves I showed you. Remember get the rhythm before you start moving your body..Or how about your birthday last year. You are the PATRON champ. You out did me on several occasions. I could go on and on and on..You shared your life with many people and you had your own unique relationship/friendship with each of us. You are gifted and talented in many ways. Your love will live through all of us and the memories will never fade. Valentina asks for you all the time. Cousin Roddy. I know you are with Abuelo and Tio now. And remember they speak spanish. So put all them years you took spanish to use. Until I see you again and in my dreams. I promise to always be with and take care of your Mom and Dad. I love you and that will never change.

Michele [Ur 'Big Sis']

WE ♥ & MISS YOU RODI.... :(

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NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DONT THINK OF YOU, OUR ANGEL. I LOVE YOU RODI!

Lupe/Larry Espinoza

Rodi, I just wanted to let you know that I think about you EVERYDAY and tears trickle down my face, wishing you were here. I continually ask our Lord Jesus Christ to comfort Larry, Erika, Michele, Melinda, Alfonzo and Andy Jr. Even Darius and Cessy miss you. Cessy says your cutting Jesus' hair. I see the emptiness in Larry's eyes and the pain he feels. He misses you sooo much. I know time will heal, so I will continue to hold him tight and let him know that you will ALWAYS be there for him, spirtually. We miss you!! and we think of what would have been..Your and Yvonne's future. I pass the 12th Avenue exit on 99 everyday and say a prayer for you parents. You will always be part of our family. Until WE all meet in Paradise.....keep smiling RODI (~_~).

Melinda

My Lil Rodi,

It's Crazy how time went by so fast and slow. It's been a whole month already! This has got to be the saddest day of my life....I will never see the 16th as a GOOD day anymore. We miss you soo much and wish you were here with us. You know they say that everything happens for a reason, I'm still trying to figure out why this happend to you? What was the meaning of it?
I'm glad that all of my memories with you are GOOD ones. Always smiling, always ready to do something. You were living your life to the fullest and getting so much closer to your dreams. Bubba is gonna start practing lining up and you know who is bait-Yep Darius. It's cool though, he's young, it won't bother him if he messes up. :)
Until next time.....XOXO
Loving & Missing you always ~Your Sis Melinda~

TiFF

LiL Ro"dEe" u know i have my OWN nickname for you---> my hunnie and i came up with it♥....i can never forget the night at avalon....u came and picked up the the 4 drunkies from the club......pure comedy...its been a month and it seems like a piece of my ♥ is gone....i dont see her like i wish, i dont hear her voice like i used to and above all her smile just isnt there....to know that my best friend has lost such a piece of her saddens me...but the hurt & pain, is in reality happiness....happiness to know ur with the man upstaris watching over everyone...ur living the good life right now and i know ur luv'n it!!! you jus keep talk'n to my hunnie in her dreams cuz she knows ur there every step she takes... LiL Ro"dEe"----->ur forever being thought of---->by EVERYONE....u still have such an impact on this city that soon its guna be named after u.....LoL but for now we gotta leave our marks like u left urs....but dont trip----->cuz pretty soon we'll all be up there with you living like rockstars!!!!! and u n hunnie will have ur football team looking like lil mini-me's and the wait was guna be all worth it.... FOreVer iN OuR HeaRTs--->WHeN SHe SMiLed:::wE SMiLed♥

So Sad

As the days go by I start to feel down
I feel even worse knowin’ you’re not around
It’s hard to be the bigger person and put on a smile
The pain is too strong; it’s going to take awhile
I want to hear your voice; I want to hear you laughin’
I want to hear you pulling up in the 50 with the music slappin’
I can’t seem to make these tears go away
It’s even harder when I think about you everyday
To me, you didn’t deserve to pay this big price
But now you’re up in heaven livin’ the GOOD LIFE
Thank you for all of the memories, they’ll never be forgotten
The times we shared are priceless, I think about them more than often
My only wish is that you wouldn’t have left us all behind
It’s a lot much harder than I thought to just say goodbye
You were someone very special, there will never be another
My lil Rodi, my friend, my other lil brother

pRODIgy

A TRUE PRODIGY

So bad I wanna scream your name
I swear that inside...
Thats what i'm doing
I can barely hold it in
They say they understand but i know they really don't
They never really got to meet you
The REAL person behind the name
Even if they lost someone real close...
They can never understand
You and I...
Best of Bothers
I haven't stopped crying
I probably never will
Can i care less what they think...
Thats for sure
It's certain just like death
I smile for them though...
You Know... Keep'm guessing
I know i got you laughing... Thats me
Still got you laughing I know you are
I'm not even angry...
Like i forgive the world
It's crazy how recently I found out this place is so small
Heaven has to be huge
I know your a leader
You put RODI in Prodigy
And you are an inspiration
A Legend....

anonymous

♥

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard him call;
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way;
I found that place at the close of day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared a laugh, a kiss;
Ah yes, these things, I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much;
Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
Perhaps my time seems all to brief;
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, He set me free.

NADINE

Jojo and I miss and ♥ you very much

ReEsY

The "good life" is what we try to think of this. I think otherwise, especially what god has shown me by taking your life. The life of a GREAT icon to the world. Honestly, I didn't know just how great you really were. But, by your presence, I had an idea. You were such an awesome person to be around and just as I told HER, you are my favorite. Rest in peace Rodi. Watch over all of us..and I will keep praying for the justice that YOU, YOUR FAMILY & ALL OF US DESERVE FOR THIS AWFUL TRAGEDY. The real "great life" MUST be UP there with you.

Eric Perez (delivered by JJ)

"When I first heard, Im like, This cant be! Y'all niggaz is buggin, got the wrong information or something Please tell me these niggaz is frontin! God,No...." " yo Rod, Let me kick it with you for a minute there were things left unsaid, bro, we, wasn't finished never got to say thank you for beig a friend, Brothers for life, and you, Rolled til the End..." "So im not gonna say goodbye, my nigga (uh uh) Instead I would rather (rather)focus on the time we spent together, as it matters (for real)...." "And where you at, you can see that we brothers for life and in death, and I mean that"

ANONYMOUS

WE LOVE YOU RODI

Anonymous

To My BesTeSt RODI,....YoU WiLL BE TrULY MiSSeD My NiGGaH...YoU ARE OnE Of ThE MoSt SuCcEssFuL GuYS I EvEr MeT...YoU WeRE GaNa MaKe It So BiG In ThIS WORLD.It SeEmS LyK GoD AlWaYs TaKeS ThE BeSt.BuT WhY U My NiGgAh...U OuT Of ALL PEoPLE..I KeEp AsKn MySeLf ThAt..U HaD So MuCh GoiN FoR UrSeLf..LasT YeAr Of CoLLegE At BeReKlEy..DaMN, iTs So HaRd To BeLiEvE ThAt ItS ReAllY U ThO..I DoNt KnOw HoW Im evEr GaNa Get IT ThRoUgh My BestFReN MOni's HeAd ThAt Ur NoT HeRE WiT Us AnYMoRe.. It WaS Jus ThE OthA Day We Was HeLLa TaLkn BoUt YoU..FRoM ThE HiGh SkOOl PrOmS To Tha ALLnyTers We PuLLed On 23RD...DeM WeRE ThE NyTEs..LOL I CanT BeLiEvE ThIs My NigGAh WhY? Why U? Ill AlWaY REmEmBer ThA GooD Ass MeMoRiEs ThAT ME, YOu AnD MONi HAd...ME AlWaYS 3RD WhEELn IT...HAha..I AlWaYs UsEd To TELL U..."IT AiNT HOt" ReLaTInG TO UR CAr..ANd U WuD AlWaYs AcT As If U Was GAna Whip Em' Or SuMthn..Me And MoNi Used To Say U WeRE ScArY..U AlWaYs HAd An ExCuSe LiKe "I DoNt Wana MeSS Up My CAr"..And that Was ThE TrUtH CuS U HeLLa LoVeD Ur CaR...Ur CaR WaS Ur BaBy.LOL..WEll RoDi We KnOw Ur SHiNiNg DoWn On Us FrOm UP AbOvE...WAtCh OvEr Me AnD MY BestfREn..ShE LoVEs U So MuCh..I LOVE U AnD WiLL MiSS U..FoReVeR In OuR HeArTs.. REST IN PARADISE RODI..

10/16/07...10:40PM

Rodi, I can't believe it's been a month... 8:07 PM on 916...thats when we got the phone call I will never forget.. Today we visited your grave stood there for about an hour & 30 min just reminiscing bout you.. ur plans on going to LA with the boys, the time you spent the night at our house (door-knob:)..ring a bell..ahah)and other stuff.. I still can't believe it RODI?? WHY?? You were supposed to grow old with us.... no more going out together like we used to concerts, movies, scandia, the fair etc.... it will never be the same there will always be an empty spot...
You left us too soon.. I never got to thank you for everything you did for us... you loved Cessy and you would always talk to my lil brother when he was doing bad that ment a lot to me... when my brother ran away from home you and Larry went looking for him..like the brothers he never had.. when he showed up u and Larry talked to him bout his problems...no matter what it was you would always be there to help out... Cessy may be too young to understand but she always talks bout you.. she tells me tell Rodi to come back.. she always brings you up she tells me that she misses you and says you are sleeping with toys:)she tells everyone that your are cutting Jesus' hair:).. bout 2 weeks ago we were at Yvonne's and she started giggling out of no were and she told me momma Rodi is tickling my armpits:)..that put a smile in my face but at the same time made me sad...you used to always tickle her...
We know that you wouldn't want to see us sad but it's so hard... to know youre plans have faded away... Youre proposal to Yvonne after graduation.. to have babies with her.. you never got to go to LA with the boys... you never even got to see the last episode of FRIENDS like you wanted to:)...We have so many memories with you specially Larry I know he is hurting bad..You were his brother and bestfriend.. I know Yvonne is hurting too you were supposed to be her BD... Rodi you will always be in our ♥'s We ♥ and miss you.. and Cessy will always remember you :)
♥ Erika

Anonymous

we all miss you sunshine.. keep smiling down on us.. we love you RODI

Martha Rodriguez

Rod, I don't even know where to begin---it’s so unbelievable to even have to come on this site and talk about you no longer being with us. I love you so much and you will always be a little brother to Frank, Roger, and me! And Eric’s big “little” brother :) We have so many great memories with you and we will cherish them forever. Thank you for being an uncle to Baby Eric and trying to do whatever you could for him, knowing that Eric couldn't. You were always there for Eric, doing whatever you could for our family---I know how hurt you were to find out what happened to him and now he is hurting knowing what has happened to his best friend and brother. Thank you for always making time to visit him and us---for coming to Frank's barbeques---Frankie and baby Eric's birthday parties--- holidays---thank you for your smile---your kindness---thank you for being you! I'm missing you so much! I miss hearing you, Frank and Roger cracking jokes on each other…I miss just being able to send you a random text message or getting a random text message from you-- -I’m going to miss not being able to call you when I’m in town and say "I'm in Berkeley, where are you??"---I’m going to miss eating with you and hearing you order a burger “plain with just cheese”--- lol…what a picky eater…so many memories… I’m so glad that I was able to be a part of your life for so many years…to see you and Eric grow up together. I remember picking you guys up from Sac High…The Ready Squad…lol…I can’t believe you guys really used to call yourselves that…and always having to hear “You Aint Ready!” Your dad and I often talk about the time you guys went out on the boat with us to Lost Isle---I know you remember...lol! I know your dad had a great time! He said you had to convince him to go---but once he got there you guys had such a good time! He says he stills has a camera from that day that he hasn’t developed…those will be some crazy pictures!! I’m so thankful for all the memories. I was blessed to have been part of your life…and for you to have been a part of our family...to see you grow from a little kid to an outstanding young man---you were truly one of a kind!!! You have touched the lives of so many in so many ways and you will never be forgotten. I love and miss you! ~Martha p.s. – you still owe me a laptop :)

Anonymous

MISS U RODI

"Show Me"

I realized as I lay down to sleep
We haven't spoke in weeks
So many things that I'd like to know
Come have a talk with me
I need a sign, something I can see
Why all the mystery?
I try not to fall for make believe
But what is reality?
Where do we go?
What do we know?
Life has to have a meaning
Show me the light
Show me the way
Show that you're listening
Show me that you love me
Show me that you walk with me
Hopefully, just above me
Heaven's watching over me
Guess it's funny how I say thanks to you
For all you've given me
Sometimes the price of what you gave to me
I can't stop questioning
O God of love, peace, and mercy
Why so much suffering?
I pray for the world, it gets worse to me
Wonder if you're listening
When people go
Why do they go?
Why don't you choose me?
But someday I know
I'm gonna go
I hope you're waiting for me
Show me that you love me
Show me that you walk with me
Hopefully, just above me
Heaven's watching over me
Maybe we'll talk
Some other night
Right now I'll take it easy
Won't spent my time
Waiting to die
Enjoy the life I'm living
Show me that you love me
Show me that you walk with me
Hopefully, just above me
Heaven's watching over me

MeiShi <3's U

♥ You!! 4eva in our ♥!! I LOVE YOU LIL BROTHER :) 'Til I see you again...save me a spot in heaven!! <3 MeiShi

MERCEDES AND CAROLINA

YOU WILL BE IN OUR HEART AND OUR THOUGHTS ALWAYS AND FOREVER WHEN YOUR BROTHERS TOLD ME THE NEWS I COULDNT BELIEVE YOU WERE GONE DRE AND I HAD JUST TALKED ABOUT HOW GOOD YOU WERE DOING IN LIFE SOMETIMES I THINK IT CANT BE TRUE! YOU WERE JUST A LITTLE BOY WHEN I MET YOU AND I SEE YOU GROWN TO BE SUCH A GROWN MAN, WE LOVE YOU AND THE FAMILY AND WILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH LOVE ALWAYS MERCEDES AND BABY CAROLINA

arturo

Trying to teach this kids somethin Rod. Trying to make you proud. Your the best!

Martha

We all love and miss you so much!

JOSEPH AGUAYO

I MISS YOU COUSIN RODI

Franklin Yang

Wadup Rod Rolled by your house the other day Thought about the day I met you with Mai and if you were still in Berkeley and how's everything with you. But I never thought that you were already gone. I don't how or why but I'm bound to find out. I remembered the last words we exchanged and the laugh we shared I will treasured the moment. You were a cool cat, man. It's too bad we didn't grow up together or else we would have ben the best of friends. Still, I'm glad that I got to meet you. I will pray for you and I'll be missing you, Bro.

Buddy

Hey Rod...

Just wanted to stop by...

....

TiFF

hey RodEe♥ jus wanted to tell u i was thinking about you and my puppy....i know you guys are still talk'n to each other in her dreams...jus wanted to let you know i luv you for luv'n her!!!! she misses you mucho...we miss u!!!! keep watch'n over everyone and keep us in your prayers----->cause youre always in ours.... miss u RodEe....see you in the GoOd LiFe...

::...::

just wanted to stop by and say that everyone misses you...

Nadine

Love You Rodi

Missing You

I’m always thinking about you…I miss you dearly and wish you were still here with us where you belong! I know you are looking down on us from heaven and watching over all those you love!

You will always be in my heart!

~Martha

Moni

Just thinking of yoooooh like always....miss our gay "gangster" handshake=}

Anonymous

WE LOVE YOU LIL ROD

Melinda

Rodi,

I’ve been thinking about you a lot lately. I’m not sure why, but I was thinking about that day I was smashin to work on the freeway in the SATURN (LOL). I see a car weaving in and out of traffic behind me and I’m like who the hell is that? The 50 pulls up next to me and I see your mom laughin and your BIG ol SMILE. Memories always come to me out of the blue and even though I get sad, I know that you are in a better place. (Save us a seat) :)
We’re all going out this weekend. It feels weird because you would normally be meeting us at Buddy’s house, waiting for us girls to hurry up & get ready and then posing for pictures. If you can, come out and play with us.

~We LOVE & MISS YOU~

Linda BN

Rodi, I thank God for your precious spirit that inspires the best in every life you’ve touched. I thank God for the opportunity to have had you in my life. I miss you so much. I pray everyday for all your family’s strength and peace, especially your Mom, Dad and Yvonne. I also pray for your other family, the Espinoza family. You are deeply loved by so many family and friends.
I miss seeing “Da Mustang” parked next to the house; just knowing you were there. (I still look for your car when I come home.) I miss coming home from work and seeing you sitting there (usually) eating :) You would greet me with that big beautiful smile and a hug. I think about how hard you’d laugh when I would say “ohhhh ma goooonnneesss!” or “who needs to be macked.” I miss seeing you asleep as I left to work; or you sitting in the dark doing your homework before leaving for Berkeley. I would say “turn on the light” and you would whisper “that’s ok, I’m ok” because you didn’t want to wake up Yvonne.
Rodi, I know I will see you again, I have no doubt. For now, we will talk of you and share our memories of you.
You will always be loved!
I Love You and Miss You So Much, ma gooooonnneesss!
Linda

Michele [Ur 'Big Sis']

RODI...I <3 You!! :)

YOU KNEW WHAT IT MEANT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!

RODI YOU ARE A CHAMPION IN OUR EYES!!!

Buddy

Hey Bro...

It's still hard to believe... For real... I keep thinking bout you and for a minute I forget about it all... but towards the end it all comes back to me and it hits harder everytime... The more time passes the more it hurts!

I remember calling you and asking what you were doing... You'd be like "all out of breath" and i would say "Damn, what were you doing?" and we would both start hella laughing... Then you would tell me how you were in Berkeley striking to class! I would always call you from work and we would chat for a while... I look at the phone now and i think about calling you... But I know I'm only gonna get your voicemail!

I really thought you and I were gonna get older together... We would have been two grown ass kids... I remember talking to you about stuff like that... Two Grown ass kids... You would always tell people that i was hella funny and i could always make you laugh... The truth is you did the same for me bro... You always had me hella weak too... Even till now i laugh at the stuff we've been through and the things you use to say...

"You Alright"

You use to like when i would tell people that! Well, i just wanted to express some more thoughts cousin...

I Love You Bub

Nadine

Rodi My heart hurts so much i cant begin to believe that this has happen to you, i cant explain the right way because my feelings my mind my thoughts my heart is so cloudy it seems unreal.......... You will be missed by so many. We didnt even get to vip it for our own birthdays our trial run was Adriana's it was fun....i will treasure our memories and see you in my dreams me and jojo love and miss you

ANONYMOUS

Miss u bro

CriS

hi lil r0di! just wnted to come n say hi! been talking about u n im sure u know what it is!: ) We MISS you n keep watching over us k...♥ u lots ALWAYS..

Michele [Ur 'Big Sis']

RODI...I <3 You!! :)

YOU KNEW WHAT IT MEANT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!

RODI YOU ARE A CHAMPION IN OUR EYES!!!

JASMEN MIRANDA

ROD i KNOw YOU DiDNT KNOW ME THAT WELLL BUT i KNOW YOU FROM MY AUNT NiCOLE TOREES... AND MY OTHER AUNT CHRISTINA... YOU USE TO ALWAYS BE AROUND THEM WEN I WAS A LiL KiD... JUST KNOW THAT i GOT LOvE FOR YOU AND YOR FAMiLY i JUST WANTED TO SHOW SOME RESPECT.... R.I.P. ULL ALWAYS BE LOVED AND MiSSED.... TO THE FAMiLY OF ROD... i AM DEAPLY SORRy FOR YOUR LOSS i KNOW HE WAS A GOOD KiD AND WAT HAPPENED SHOULDNT HAVE HAPPENED.. SO JUST KNOW HE iS GOiNG TO BE MiSSED AND WE ALL ARE GOiNG TO MiSS HiM... SEE U AT THE GATES ROD...... {REST iN PEACE}

Michele Gonzalez

Rod we miss you so much everyday,this tragedy has left a sad empty feeling in me and baby Eric heart.He wears the t-shirt of you to bed like every night and he says tio.Thank you for always checking up on him and being there for him when his da-da couldn't.I'll never let baby Eric forget you. Keep smiling up there!!!! Keep watching us and guideing us through this crazy world. We love you

ANONYMOUS

I CANT EXPLAIN THE LOSS I FEEL...........I LOVE YOU..

Terrance Wilson

we miss you rodi. as buddy would say, " you alright"

anonymous

wow......you must have been an amzing man i wish i would have known you. maybe next time around huh.....untill then rip

Moni

R♥d,

This day, October 29th brings backs so many wonderful memories...i cant believe its been 3 years ago exactly when you threw me that surprize birthday dinner at TGIF's with my friends & family...wow, i had just turned 17 years old. That was the ONLY secret you kept real good from me. I had NO idea. You & my girlies were real sneaky..lol..I was so surprized that you did that for me...Remember how you were trying to stall time so everyone was there before we had got there and you were acting like you had got lost on the freeway THEN you actually did!..hahaha..we were so weak when you finally told me about that. The dozen long stem red roses that you got delivered to my school was the sweetest...then the shopping spree:)Remember you bought us the matching J's;). By the way that jacket is still my favorite:)
That night me, you & of course my bestfriend Chita(cuz she STAYED 3rd wheelin it..lol) drove back to Berekely to stay the night in your dorms...the car rides were always fun...my nose stayed itching the whole way because of your slap...geez-uz!..you would just look at me & smile because you thought you were tight that your slap had me doing that..haha. Soo much fun.

Unforgettable.

It meant so much to me because you had put so much effort into making it the best bday i've ever had, and it was.

"love you naw mean naw im sayin naw im sayin"(those sayings we had were always hilarious)
See you soon....

♥

ANONYMOUS

MISS YOU ROD :(

Martha

I was thinking about when Eric and I worked at TCBY Treats together, you would come by and get free stuff from us :) And how one of our coworkers had the biggest crush on you, even though she was a lot older than you...lol...she would ask me to hook her up and I would be like "that’s my little brother, you are not corrupting him" lol

I miss you so much! But until we meet again, I have all the great memories to get me through.

Love you always!

~F@miLy~

We ♥ Y♥u R♥di!! F♥rever In ♥ur ♥s!! We Miss Y♥u S♥ Much. N♥thing has been the same since y♥u left. It will NEVER be the same w/♥ut y♥u!
I dont know about anyone else but I take comfort in knowing that you were leading a happy, driven life!! You were going to do big things w/ your life. You kept the people around you who meant the most...your ♥ed ones. We "KNOW". We Miss You. We ♥ You. We Will Never Forget Our Big Booty Rodi! :) lol There will forever be a void in our lives.
Forever Our Angel. Continue To Watch Over Us. I know Your Smiling Down On Us!! :) ♥ Your FamBam

ANONYMOUS

Big Rod & Eugenia: I am so sorry for your loss. Rod was a good boy. You both honestly raised a great young man. Drew & Dre: I am also sorry for your loss. May God easy yours & your parents pain.

Dianne

I did not know Rod but I know his cousin. I am a mom of three kids who will soon be adults and will have to make decisions on their future as Rod must have. Rod is a huge inspiration to everyone that has ever said, "I can't" at some point in their life. It may have been a math problem, learning to read, or learning how to walk after an accident. We can all learn from this man. As horrible as this tragedy is, it sends a huge message to everyone in the world that all things are possible in life and to never say "I can't". God bless his entire family and may you receive some peace and comfort in knowing that he has and is still helping others and is making our world a better place.

Anonymous

Man Rod...I Wish You Were Here So BAD...I Need You Here To Help Me With All These Problems That Are Going On...It's Like Now I Need You The Most...I'm Starting To Give Up Bro...I Know That If You Were Here Things Would Not Be Like This...And If They Were...You Would Be There For Me...I Almost Have Nobody...Definitely Nobody Like You...I Need To Talk To You So BAD...I Want To Hear Your Voice And Your Answers To All My Questions...

Erika

Happy Halloween Rod!!! I miss you so much already but there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I love you!!!

Moni

H@pPy H@llOweeN!

Remember that one year you were a "P.I.M.P"...lol..that was funny;)

"plaaaaaya, plaaaaaaya" (i can hella picture you say that in that one voice you used to always do..lol)

Nadine

Happy Halloween Rodi JoJo and I Miss and Love You So So Much I think about You all the time.........

Martha

HAPPY
HALLOWEEN!
We All Love And Miss You!

Adriana R. Contreras

Happy Halloween Lil Rod. Thinking and loving you always. Besitos, Adriana and Valentina P.S. Valentina is going to be a ladybug today.

**MeiShi**

Happy Halloween Rodi! Love You!!

Buddy

Good Morning Rodi

Happy Halloween my dude! I was thinking bout that time you, me and Erika went Trick or Treatn up and down between fruitridge and 21st street! It was hella cold but we was doing it...hahahaha! I keep thinking bout what you would be doing right now and what you would be saying! Everyday i think about you and your parents. Eric wrote me back and i received his letter yesterday. It was 2 long pages front to back... i was crying the whole time i was reading it! Eric is almost one of the ONLY people who understands what you meant to me! I know he's going through it bro, I pray he gets the strength he needs to keep holding on! I know you watching over him and the rest of us...just like before! I got your pictures everywhere i go...even in my head I picture you everyday and hear your voice call'n out to me! I can still hear the way you talk, the way you cried, and the way you laughed! =) I can picture every movement you would make...and those thoughts are the ones that hurt a lot.

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For those of you who don't know... Eric Perez was one of Rodi's Best Friends/Brothers... Rodi would always make time for Eric and baby Eric. So if anybody that knows Eric Perez or anyone that just wants to send him a letter but don't know how to reach him please give us a call or text us @ 916-717-8281 or email Rodi_Buddy916@yahoo.com

Thank You!

ur teacher

Rod, your Dad came through my party, representin'. Hope he had fun. Remeberin you and Larry comin through to party with me and my folks. Miss you much.

Anonymous

Miss you Rodi..

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ANONYMOUS

The GOOD times that made us laugh.........always come back... :(

ANONYMOUS

WE MISS YOU LIL BROTHER!!!

Buddy

Hey Rodi...
Just wanted to stop by and say THANKS for helping me today! I swear I was thinking bout you throughout the test, I really don't need to swear... cause you already know! Thanks again bro...

MARISIO

Hey KOUZIN I just wanted to say hi and that today i was thinking of you i was just thinking of the things that I have gone through in life and then i thought of you and how u made everyone smile and laugh We will always remember u ROD and will never ever forget the smiles that you put in many peoples faces so i will try to keep up staying strong and positive and try watching over my friends i just want to say thanks for giving me the strength to live another day thank you, marisio WE LOVE YOU RODI!!!

elena garcia

HEY CUZZIN DAMM IT STILL DONT HIT ME DAT UR GONE..I JUS MISS YOOH SOO SOOO MUTCH DAMM..WELL I JUS WANTED TO DROP BY IN TELL YOH HI LOVE YOOH LOTS..LOVE LENA!!

LENA N JESSIKA N SOPHIA

WE MISS YOU SOO SOO MUCH RODIE...LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!

Mike CUZ CUZ

Hey man damn i dont know wat to say so i guess this I LOVE U MAN U WERE THE SMARTEST PERSON I HVE EVER KNOWN U CAN CAN SOLVE ANY PROBLEM THAT WAS THROWN AT U EVERYONE SAID U HAD GREAT POTENTIAL AND YOU DID U HAD A POWER THAT NO ONE CAN TAKE FROM YOU, A POWER THAT KNOW ONE KNEW EXISTED, IT WAS PURE CONCENTRATED ENEGRY AND IT ALWAYS AROUND YOU AND YOU COULD SPREAD THAT ENERGY TO ANYONE AND YOU DID. THE ONLY WAY THAT ENERGY COULD BE REFILLED WAS FROM THE LOVE OF YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. WHEN UR WERE TAKEN FROM US ALL THAT ENERGY WENT BACK TO UR FRIENDS AND FAMILY BUT THERE IS STILL ENERGY AROUND YOU. IT TRAVELS THE UNIVERSE, FROM STAR TO STAR, LOOKING, WAITING FOR THE MOMENT TO GIVE US ULTIMATE POWER. IN ORDER TO RECIEVE THIS POWER, WE MUST PROVE TO OURSELVES THAT WE DESERVE IT AND WE CAN DO ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING TO ACHIEVE IT. so i love u man and u inspired alot of people to do great things, like me.

MATTISHA

i still remember the day u transfered from sac to johnson, u were in one of my difficult classes.... i was having so much trouble that i asked u for help, i kept asking u for help, and asking..... u kept helpin me as the years went on into graduation.... if it wasnt for u, i wouldnt have passed pre-cal caused still to this day i dont understand it.... but i grew a friendship with u where if needed I help with any school problems just ask.... it never changed, even when u went off to UC BERKELEY to further your career and knowledge u told me to never be scared to ask for help when i needed it.... ROD U ARE MY HERO AND AN AWESOME FRIEND THAT I WILL NEVER FORGET.... U WILL ALWAYS LIVE ON IN MY HEART.... I LUV U RODI!!!!!!

Martha

Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you…I miss you so much...I sit at home and just stare at your pictures wishing we could have you back in our lives, reminiscing on all the great memories. It hurts so much to think about all that you left undone. There was so much more for you to accomplish. But I take comfort in knowing all the great things you did get to do and all the lives you have touched. It will never be the same without you; Eric will never be the same without you, his best friend and brother. Watch over him, his Guardian Angel. His trial starts soon and I know you will be by his side in spirit. Give us the strength to make it through. Frank, Roger and I miss our little brother Rod! We are grateful for all the years you were part of our lives, but also sad that Frankie and baby Eric didn’t get more time with their uncle...but we will make sure they hear all about you and all the great things you did and how much you were there for them. We are doing what we can to bring your parents comfort but we know that nothing will ever heal their broken hearts, you are their pride and joy and its heartbreaking to see the sadness in their eyes. But we will be their for them in any way we can, because you did the same for our family.
I love and miss you with all my heart little brother!!

KATIE

JUST THiNKiNG ABOUT YOU

ANONYMOUS

MISS YOU RODI

Nicole Torres

Hey Rodi Lulu its been so long since i seen i still can believe this happened i havent seen you in so long i wish i could have got a chance to see you or talk to you before this happened it was so unexpected i still got all the memories from johnson an ill never forget you. Youll always be missed Rest In Peace Lulu!!!!

JESSiKA

I LOVE YOU ROD.

JESSiKA

DAS My NiNOz FAVORiTE PiCTURE..

Eric Perez

(Dated October 30th, 2007) WHATS UP BRO,
I DON'T KNOW IF YOUR AT THE CROSSROADS, OR ALREADY INSIDE OF HEAVEN'S GATES. WHICH EVER ONE IT IS, I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT YOUR REALLY MISSED DOWN HERE ON EARTH...
WE ALL KNOW THAT YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE RIGHT NOW AND I HOPE YOU UNDERSTAND THAT ALL THIS PAIN THAT YOUR LOVED ONES AND I ARE GOING THROUGH, IS SIMPLY BECAUSE WE ALL KNOW THAT IT WASN'T YOUR TIME TO GO! SO, IT HURTS US ALL TO KNOW THAT YOU WERE JUST SNATCHED AWAY LIKE THAT... THATS EXACTLY HOW I FEEL, THE WAY IT ALL HAPPENED, YOU WERE SNATCHED AWAY!!
BRO, MY BAD IF AT ANYTIME I MAKE YOU SAD UP THERE WITH SOMETHING I SAY. BUT I FIGURED, I'D JUST KEEP IT REAL WITH YOU AND LET YOU KNOW THE TRUTH ON HOW I'M REALLY FEELING DOWN HERE. INSTEAD OF SMILING AND TELLING YOU LIES BY SAYING EVERYTHING IS ALRIGHT, WHEN IN FACT, ITS REALLY NOT.
BRO IT'S BEEN A MINUTE SINCE THE LAST TIME WE TALKED IN THE FLESH, ESPECIALLY THROUGH THIS NOTEPAD OF MINE. WHO WOULD HAVE EVER THOUGHT THAT THE LAST VISIT YOU GAVE ME WITH LARRY WAS GOING TO BE THE LAST TIME I WOULD SEE YOU HERE ON EARTH... IMAGINE THAT, OUR LAST ENCOUNTER WAS THE THREE OF US, AGAIN... I STILL REMEMBER THAT VISIT LIKE IF IT WAS YESTERDAY AND I WILL NEVER FORGET IT. YOU GUYS HAD ME LAUGHING THE WHOLE TIME WHICH IS A REAR THING FOR ME TO DO IN HERE, YOU KNOW BECAUSE OF ALL THE ANGUISH AND SORROW THAT A PLACE LIKE THIS CAUSES THE MIND. BUT YOU DID SO MUCH FOR ME, SHOWED ME AND GAVE ME SO MUCH LOVE AND SUPPORT, THAT I JUST KNEW EVERYTHING WAS GOING TO BE FINE... BUT WHEN THIS HAPPENED TO YOU, I LOST A HOLD OF MYSELF, I LOST CONTROL. HONESTLY, I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT OUT OF LIFE ANYMORE??? SOMETIMES I JUST FEEL LIKE GIVING UP ON EVERYTHING, BUT I KNOW THAT IF I DO THAT, IT'S LIKE GIVING UP ON YOU TOO...
MAN, I STILL READ AND REREAD THE LAST LETTER YOU WROTE ME... BRO IT'S REALLY DIFFICULT FOR ME TO ACCEPT THE FACT THAT YOUR GONE AND MUCH WORSE TO KNOW THAT YOU WON'T BE COMING BACK...
BY THE WAY, MY APOLOGIES FOR TAKING THIS LONG TO PAY MY RESPECTS TO THIS TRIBUTE... MADE ESPECIALLY FOR YOU. BUT YOU KNOW WHERE MY LOVE IS, I PERSONALLY GET AT YOU EVERYDAY...
I LOVE YOU BRO...
MAN I SWEAR THAT I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERYDAY... I KNOW THAT YOU MIGHT FIND THAT HARD TO BELIEVE BECAUSE I DON'T WRITE YOU OFTEN... BUT I DO... MAN I JUST DIDN'T WRITE SOONER BECAUSE IT'S HELLA HARD TO PUT A LETTER TOGETHER WITHOUT CRYING... MAN, IT SUCKS BECAUSE EVERYTIME I THINK ABOUT YOU IT STARTS TO HURT... BUT THEN I KNOW THAT I GOTTA STAY STRONG EVERYDAY... ESPECIALLY FOR YOU... I KNOW YOU FEEL ME ON EVERYTHING I JUST SAID BECAUSE YOU ONCE TOLD ME THE EXACT SAME THING...
BUT NOW...
I TALKED TO YOUR MOM THE OTHER DAY, I TRY TO CALL YOUR PARENTS WHENEVER THEY LET ME USE THE PHONE. I'M GOING THROUGH IT MAJORLY, SO I CAN ONLY IMAGINE WHAT THEIR GOING THROUGH... IT SHREDS MY HEART AND SOUL TO PIECES, NOT BEING ABLE TO EASE THEIR PAIN... LIKE I WAS TELLING YOUR MOM, THIS IS AN OPEN WOULD ON MY HEART THAT WILL NEVER HEAL!
STARING AT YOUR PICTURES AND THINKING OF YOU, I FIND IT HARD TO IMAGINE THAT YOU PASSED AWAY. THE SMILE THAT EVERYBODY KNOWS AND FAMILY AND FRIENDS LEAVING THESE MESSAGES, AND PEOPLE GOING ABOUT THEIR BUSINESS - ALL GIVING THE SCENE AN ORDINARY FEELING I WASN'T PREPARED FOR... THE IMPACT OF THE DISASTER IS STILL THERE, BUT IT'S GONE UNDERGROUND INTO THE HEARTS AND MINDS OF ALL YOUR LOVED ONES. THE TRAUMA ITSELF WOULD NOT BE EASILY FORGOTTEN.
"MY TEARS HAVE BEEN MY FOOD DAY AND NIGHT" PSALMS 42:3
BRO ALTHOUGH I HAVE MUCH MORE TO SAY, I WILL CONCLUDE THIS LETTER WITH ALL MY LOVE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

"I LOVE YOU BRO!!"

AND YOU KNOW MY LIFE IS NEVER GOING TO BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU! I FEEL LIKE IT MUST BE HARD FOR YOU TO REST IN PEACE BECAUSE IT WASN'T YOUR TIME, BUT KNOW THAT I'AM GOING TO DO WHATEVER I CAN TO KEEP YOUR NAME ALIVE AND THATS MY WORD!!

I REALLY MISS YOU ROD!!"

anonymous

Just wanted to tell you i was thinking about you Love you Cousin

ANONYMOUS

I Miss You So Much. It Saddens ME To Read Eric's Letter. Honestly, The Pain Will NEVER Go Away. I Pray For Justice. I Pray For Both Our Families...That We May Find Some Sort Of Comfort. Forever In Our ♥s xoxo

AnonYmouS

Rod,
I miss you soo much......I can't stop thinking about you....I wish you were here with us.........

Linda BN

I don't know Eric personally but I have heard about him from Buddy. It seems he made up the trio of Rodi, Buddy, and Eric (three brothers). It was very painful to hear the hurt he is suffering, like so many of us. Rodi, I agree with him, you were stolen from us. We miss your presence in our home and I still have your number stored on my phone. I hear your voice and laughter when I think of you (and how your eyes would shut from smiling so hard). Knowing how much you loved Yvonne, gave me peace that you would be so good to her. Rodi, we love and miss you so much!

Chita

HEY RODI JUS COMING BY TO SAY I MISS YOU AND THERES NOT A DAY THAT GOES BY THAT YOU DONT COME UP IN A CONVERSATION WITH ME AND MY BESTEST..BRINGING UP OLD MEMORIES AND START LAUGHING..LOL..ALL THE LIL FACIAL EXPRESSIONS YOU HAD AND THE LIL SMART COMMENTS YOU WOULD SAY..HAHA.. WELL RODI WATCH OVER YOUR FAM AND FRIENDS...I LOVE YOU!!! SEE YOU WEN I SEE YOU...

ANONYMOUS

Forever In Our ♥s!! We Miss You & We Love You!! <3 Ur Big Sis!

Melinda

Hey Rodi,

Looking at the picture of Buddy at the funeral makes me soo sad. I just can't believe that you are not here with us. I just think that you are at school or at Yvonne's house. But then reality hits and it hurts soo bad. I have so many mixed emotions still. They seem to get better and worse with time. I have your picture here at work....of course it’s of you smiling. Man, you and that big CHEESE.

I just remember being at Yvonne's house for her birthday and we were tickling you, making you jump and laugh. So many memories Rodi.....so many good times...so many laughs. I watch the slide show almost everyday. I probably shouldn't because it just makes me cry....But I can’t help it.

I miss you and I love you Lil Brother

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you Sunshine....

Moni

Always Thinking Of Y♥u...
Every Single Sec♥nd

So i drove to the Bay the other day...
thought of yoooooh the whole way...
remembering all those times we used to drive out to Berkeley...
that used to be our "getaway" spot...
soo many memories came back to me...
the day we moved you into your 1st dorms(we went deep too..lol..even Eric came)...
then your 2nd dorms(that one was official)...
and finally the day when we moved all your stuff into you 1st apartment(you just loved Peter..lol..i know he was a great roomate to you, you always used to tell me..lol)...
i'll never forget them campus walks(we were always out of breath walking up them hills..lol), sweater shoppin, the breakfast you LOVED cookin..lol, and of course "Blondies"...
when your parents & i would go out there during the week just to have dinner with you...
that one time i ~~almost~~ slipped & fell as we walked to your class..hahaha..we were weak...
that one time Round Table Pizza did us dirty..lol...
Remember when i snuck into your campus gym..hahaha...
Hilltop Mall in Richmond was our shopping spot...
that club we went to out there..we had to leave early because of me..sorry..but u know she didnt want it!..lol...
member how i'd NEVER let you forget "S, F!"..hahah..lmao...
that smackn party we went to that Benje Dj'd..we went dumb!..haha
We stayed passin out on your futon...
Too much history in Berkeley...

NEVERWILL I
FORGET
THE PAST
♥♥♥♥

anonymous

Hi RoDi!! I WaNteD 2 TeLL yOu ThaT WE ALL MISS YOU lil CuzZin!

anonymous

...Oh OnE MoRE THiNG: i LOvE YOu!!!

Michele Espinoza

Just gettin ready to go to work...I wanted to let you know that WE think about you every day & night. xoxo Photobucket - Video and Image
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LOVE YOU RODI!! 4eva In Our ♥s

Juli

Dearest Rodi, We all miss you so much! Your always in my thoughts and prayers! Me and Honey were talking about you the other day and I started thinking about the first time I met you and how much I liked you for her! You guys were the cutest ever! Stay watching over us...

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anonymous

Miss You Rodi

Mina-Mina

Rodi,
I’m back again. I went to visit you yesterday…..I thought for some reason that it would help me, but it really tore me apart more inside. I couldn’t even say anything…I got all choked up! I mean how can I find comfort in talking to you like that? This pain is too strong for me……and you know that I’m a pretty strong person. I’m trying my hardest to be strong, to put on a big smile and agree with everyone when they say everything will be okay…it’s just soo hard Rodi.

I’m soo hurt and the sadness never seems to go away……….I will visit you again when I’m feeling better lil Brother.
I MISS YOU SOOOOOO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!! XOXO

~AN0NYM0U$~

Love You & Miss You.............

Buddy

Hey Rodi,
What up my dude? I'm missing you like always... I washed my car yesterday... I was thinking bout you the WHOLE time... I was thinking bout how we use to wash both of our cars together at your house or my house or Alfonzo's house... I kept smiling and sh*t... I was hearing your voice telling me Hey you missed a spot! I use to get hella bitter when you'd tell me that... because i was never really done but you was just being a jacka**! And after those thoughts my smiles would turn into frowns and the pain would build back up again! I take deep breaths now... Not sure why but i always catch myself doing that... in a way it feels like i'm taking control of my feelings!
"If only you were still here"
In the physical of course... Everybody keeps saying you're still with us! I pray that you are... It feels so akward now... I stopped by your parents house Wednesday... They had a meeting to attend... I was hoping to see you again... Like i don't know what to expect when i show up there... I just sat in the backyard visualizing everybody back there with us including you... I would be sitting next to someone like David and you would be finishing up on some else's head! How many heads you got left? That would be the question! I could have a conversation with you, without you actually being there! I can ask a question and feel like i would know exactly how you would answer... the tone... any lil stutter or pause of breath! Man, i got you down to the "T"
I haven't listen to the Radio at all... All i do is play the same CDs over and over... I'm not ready to move on... I try to do lttle things that help keep my mind focus... You know i could never let you go! I was reading some of the Gmail emails we sent to each other... Bro, i was so weak... I can't believe your not here, man! The stuff we would be doing together... all of us! I can't wait to see you bro...

chita

Hey Rodi, just stopping by to say I miss you!!!

Nadine

ME and Jojo love and miss you forever and ever in our hearts.......

JESSiKA (yER LiL BiG COUSiN)

"NEx TiME i GEt ON MySPCE yER PAGE BETTER B PG" DAt WUz tHA LAS THiNG yUH tOLD ME.. DANg i JUS WANNA GiVE yUH A HUG tHEN PUNCH yUH iN yER CHESt.. yUH TOLD GUSTAVO 2 kEEP HiS EyE ON ME At SkU.. HE CALLED ME tHA NiTE iT HAPPEN 2 C HOW i WAS DOiN N IF i WUz OKAy.. i HAtE LOOKiN AT ERy WUN BEiN SAD.. i FELT yUH POkE My BAk LiKE yUH USE 2 WEN WE WER LiTTLe.. yUR POiTy NAiLz.. HURtED.. i HOPE yVONNE NEVER LEAVEz tHA AMiLy.. SHE MEANz ALOt 2 UNCLE ROD.. i REMEMBER WEN yUH TOLD ME yUH LOVED HER VOiCE.. n yUH NEVER LEt ME 4GEt iT. LOL.. iLL C yUH LATER LiL ROD.. LOVE COUSiN..

Adriana R. Contreras

I was thinking about you on the way to work this morning. On that crowded freeway. You know me and Valentina be riding through traffic like nothing. I was in the lane trying to get through when I seen this blue surburban on 24's. The reason it got my attention was because it had 2 CAL Berkeley stickers on it. I was like that must be for Rod. Instantly when I seen that my heart stopped for a few seconds. I was playing my slow music, then I started to cry. I got this email today too. About being a parent and I started to tear up because I thought of your parents. It gets difficult and sad on certain days. And on the other days, I just have to put my smile on for Valentina to let her know that everything is alright. You know she be asking for you all the time. Everytime I play that Lil Wayne song, she will say "Momma, that's cousin Roddy's song".. And I tell her "Yes, it is baby"...I keep having these constant signs of you. What you trying to tell me cousin? Let me know. I have always answered you. Like I did before and I still do. Valentina and I love you Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. Besitos. XOXOXO

Yvonne

Dear Rodi,

The days are passing.. and getting longer. Life is hard here without you. I think about you every moment of everyday. There's not a minute that goes by where you're not in my thoughts. Everything I see, hear, everywhere I go.. it reminds me of you cause we did everything together. I find it hard to breathe, hard to GO ON. I never knew that pain like this existed, and that I would ever experience it. Nothing is the same without you. Its hard to hold it all in.. to smile everyday even though I'm not happy. To pretend everything is ok, when I know its not. People say they understand, but I know they don't. No one knows what we had. They'll never really know how much we loved each other, the plans we had to spend the rest of our lives together. Laying next to you every night and waking up to your big smile every single day was the best feeling ever. Now that you're gone, It's hard to sleep.. I stay up staring at the empty spot next to me, knowing that you should be there. Even when I get out of class, I look around waiting to see you cuz you were always there to walk me to my car. I’m sure when I get back to work all I’ll be able to imagine is you coming to meet me for lunch every chance you had.. I read the emails and texts from you that I have saved in my phone and even though I've read them over and over.. they always make me laugh. You were so sweet and me and you always had each other hella (ella) weak. I miss you more than words could say. My heart hurts and I'm incomplete without you. Now all I have left is memories.. I’m grateful for them.. and I will cherish all of them FOREVER.

It makes me sad to see Melinda and Bubba.. or Larry and Erika cuz it jus reminds me of how we should all be together.. triple date-in- it ;).. I can't club with Michele cuz YOU should be there with us like you used to be. It makes me sad to see how hurt EVERYONE is cuz you've been apart of soo many memories. It hurts to know you wont be here for Thanksgiving next week, cause I know how much you loved to eat!! Lol.. its ok I loved to eat with you and theres no way I was passing up your moms food, I can never resist her food! We can't go shopping from midnight to 8am like we did last Thanksgiving with Larry and Erika… we got all the sales that night, it was a loooong night!!!

It's almost two months since youve been gone.. a LONG and HARD two months. Your b-days in a month and you wont be here.. we can't celebrate like you planned and you were so relieved cuz you finally didn't have an exam on your birthday this year. We cant hit up Fridays for dinner.. and Mandangos with my brother and Adriana for Patron shots like last year.

Your future was stolen from you the day you left.. and your future was my future too. Now that you're not here I feel lost and I don't know what the future holds for me. Whatever it may be will not compare to the happiness we would've had together. Even now that you’re gone in the physical, me and you will remain inseparable. I will always love you and you will forever be in my heart until we meet again. Like I told Jessika, I wont ever leave your family. Being there with your family, especially with your mom and dad, gives me comfort. I will always be there for them and love them like you always did. Your family has always been accepting of me and I am grateful for them and all that they’ve done for me.

Today I was thinking about some of the random things we used to talk about and how we couldn't remember the first time we met since we were only like in 7th or 8th grade, so we were just gonna tell our kids about our first flames at Mountain Mikes when you guys all came to eat with me on my lunch :)And how we were moving to West Sac next year when you moved back so we'd be right in-between your mom and my mom lol. West Sac was perfect. What we had was perfect. I hope that I get to continue that perfect life with you someday. I cant wait for that day BD. I love you and I miss you. Keep watchin over us. ♥BM

Melinda

ALWAYS & FOREVER

anonymous

we miss and think about you all the time love you

anonymous

"Seems like yesterday we used to rock the show
I laced the track, you locked the flow
So far from hangin on the block for dough
Notorious, they got to know that
Life aint always what it seem to be (uh-uh)
Words can't express what you mean to me
Even though you're gone, we still a team
Through your family, I'll fulfill your dream (that's right)
In the future, can't wait to see
If you open up the gates for me
Reminisce some time, the night they took my friend (uh-huh)
Try to black it out, but it plays again
When it's real, feelings hard to conceal
Cant imagine all the pain I feel
Give anything to hear half your breath (half your breath)
I know you still living your life, after death...."

Adriana R. Contreras

Miss you baby boy.. My sunshine..

Buddy

Good Morning...
We was talking bout some of times we had together last night at Denny's! Just me, Erika, and Yvonne... How you would say "How can you guys always eat here" hahahaha... But you liked them Chicken Strips, huh? Yup... "Jokes" thats what i hear the most right now... All those jokes we had... The voices... We had our own language that no one else could understand... Just me and you! Even Erika talks about how she was always with us and yet through time she still couldn't understand it... hahahaha! We had the same ideas but slightly different lives... The same imaginations and sense of humor... Thats what hurts a lot too... No one that I know has that same sense of humor that you and I had!

I MISS & LOVE YOU ROD

Martha

Little brother,
It has been 2 months...they say time will heal all wounds...but this is definitely a wound that will never heal. Time isn't making it easier to deal, instead I feel every single day that passes only gets harder and makes it more difficult to deal, because every day that passes we realize, you really are gone....you really were taken from us. Your time with us was cut too short…So many lives altered, so many broken hearts. But you will forever be remembered! All those who love you will not let your memory fade…we miss you like crazy!

Nadine

Rodi months to long, why did you have to be taken that's what i keep asking myself like im going to get answers that i would or could possible except. its never gonna happen.... i miss you little Rod its crazy how after junior high school we went off on different paths and through out high school we would see each other but wasn't as close as we were when we were little, i remember when your mom and dad would pick me up and i would stay the weekend with you guys your parents are the most amazing parents it makes so much sense why you were such a wonderful person i loved going with you guys fast food fun weekends and remember we would sleep with a pillow between us! lol its crazy how the past couple months before you left us we were in contact alot i owe it all to Adriana for me getting to plan her birthday and blow you up via email, text and phone calls!!! im so thankful i seen you as much as i did before you left us.... im so thankful for the memories i do have..... forever and ever in my heart love you Rodi

anonyomous

It’s been 2 months since you’ve been gone
It’s so damn hard to try and move on

My prayers are with your family... your Mom and Dad
I see the looks on their faces and it makes me sad

It makes me wanna be with you so so bad
Just one more day with you is what I wish I had

Cause every single day I sit here crying
The pain is so unbearable that “I feel like dying”

I can picture you laughing while your linin up the guys
The vision is so damn real that I get tears in my eyes

I see you in the 50 throw'n up the peace sign
And as we said goodbye we would "Swerve left, Swerve right"

Was always by your side... wasn't ready to say goodbye
And now i cry... Man why'd you have to die

Never did nothing wrong... chose not to lie
I always play this song... cause you was living the "Good Life"

Never would I have imagined you leaving me this way
It seems hard to move on and so I constantly pray

But now that your gone... Theres soo much I wanna say
I hope to see you again... I can't wait till the day

“I MISS YOU AND I KNOW UR MISSING ME…RODI”

Moni

♥♥ Man...already 2 months...soo fast but yet soo slow at the same time...damn...

Ate some "PB's" for lunch today...you already know our regular..."with the sauce on the side"...i swear its still so hard to believe this...i daydream about you all the time, especially when im driving & listening to "them" cd's...music helps, but then it doesnt...i know you know what i mean....theyres CONSTANTLY something that makes me think of you...this will forever feel sooo surreal!...Ive only pushed that teddy bears heart twice since this happened...i dont know its just weird & hard for me to listen to your voice...i cant explain how it feels...
Its hella sad to hear everyones emotions because we're all hurting so bad inside...
i love you....everyone is missing you like crazy....

P.S

"2.99"

♥♥

chita

Hey ROdi, jus coming by to say I Miss You and Love You very much...I went to visit you earlier..brung you a lil rose.."wiped" you down a lil...now you lookn so FRESH and SO CLEAN!!! LOL.. TaLked to you..cried a lil..me and your Bro brung up some of the good Ol' memories of you..laughed..I Miss you so much..until next time.. watch over us..

ERIKA LEYVA

ROD... WHERE DO I BEGIN? I MISS YOU SO MUCH AND LATELY I JUST CAN'T SEEM TO GET U OFF MY MIND. I DON'T WANT TO IMAGINE THE REST OF MY LIFE WITHOUT U BECAUSE THESE PAST FEW YEARS HAVE BEEN SOME OF THE WORST YEARS OF MY LIFE AND ONE OF THOSE REASONS IS BECAUSE I DIDN'T HAVE U THERE TO HELP ME GET THROUGH THE BAD TIMES. U WERE ALWAYS SPECIAL TO ME ROD AND RIGHT WHEN I THOUGHT NOTHING WAS GOING TO COME BETWEEN US I FIND MYSELF HAVING TO SAY GOODBYE TO U FOREVER. I WAS SO PROUD OF U AND ALL I EVER WANTED WAS TO SEE U LIVE OUT UR DREAMS CAUSE I KNEW U HAD THE POTENTIAL TO B ANYTHING U EVER WANTED TO B. I JUST WANTED TO SAY THANK U FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE BECAUSE U REALLY WERE MY BEST FRIEND IN HIGH SCHOOL. WHEN I DIDN'T HAVE ANYONE U WERE ALWAYS THERE AND U WERE THE ONLY PERSON I COULD TALK TO ABOUT EVERYTHING. I JUST CAN'T STOP THINKING ABOUT THAT NIGHT THIS SUMMER WHEN I CAME 2 UR HOUSE. WE DID A LOT OF CATCHING UP AND I SWEAR I CAN STILL HEAR U LAUGHING. WE HAD A LOT OF FUN THIS SUMMER OUT OF THE FEW TIMES WE KICKED IT, ESPECIALLY THE NIGHT WHEN WE WENT TO FRIDAY'S WITH CHRISTINA. WE NEVER LAUGHED SO HARD... I WISH WE WOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT IT WAS GOING TO BE THE LAST TIME WE WERE GOING TO SEE U. I CAN STILL PICTURE U SITTING ACROSS THE TABLE WITH THAT BIG SMILE OFF YOURS. GOOD TIMES I WILL NEVER FORGET AND CONVERSATIONS THAT PLAY OVER AND OVER IN MY HEAD. AND THE FACT THAT U WERE ALWAYS HINTING " DANG LUIGI'S DOES SOUND HELLA BOMB THOUGH" U WERE SUCH A DORK U ALWAYS WAITED TILL AFTER I ATE TO SAY LET'S GO. TO BAD WE NEVER GOT TO MAKE IT TO THE NEW ONE ON J STREET BUT WE TALKED ABOUT GOING ALMOST EVERYTIME I TALKED TO YOU. I MISS U SO MUCH AND I WISH I CAN TALK 2 U SO BAD BUT I CAN'T AND IT HURTS MORE THAN ANYONE WILL EVER KNO. BUT I'M GRATEFUL THAT I WAS ABLE TO SHARE A PART OF MY LIFE WITH U AND I'M THANKFUL THAT NOTHING WAS LEFT UNSAID BETWEEN US BECAUSE THAT IS WHAT GETS ME THROUGH THE DAY. NOW I'M LEFT WITH NOTHING BUT MEMORIES AND MOST OF THEM ARE FROM HIGH SCHOOL BUT I STILL REMEMBER THEM LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY. OH YEAH I GUESS I'M NEVER GOING TO PASS MATH NOW... REMEMBER U SAID U WOULD HELP ME LIKE OLD TIMES.LOL. I LOVE YOU ROD AND I PRAY THAT YOUR FAMILY FINDS THE STRENGTH TO GO ON. ♥

CHRISTINA PLAZA

RODI >>My Lulu<<

It’s been some time now and I still find myself struggling to comprehend what has happened to you. I’m glad that I got to hang out with you recently... that night was so much fun! We were at Fridays for so long reminiscing about old times and catching up with new times. I keep picturing you laughing... and I can’t help but smile every time I think back to that night. Erika and I laugh about that night all the time! Bruce Bruce... our waitress/ messenger lol...and of course " well technically.... " that had us so weak! But then I start to think about other things we were talking about.. like how time was flying by and everyone was growing up and having kids. And my smile starts to fade. It crushes me to think about your life being cut so short.I’m more than grateful to have had you as a friend and to have shared unforgettable memories with you. We were only fourteen when we met but even then I was impressed by your dedication and drive to succeed. We would hang out all the time back then and talk for hours on the phone. My first high school dance was with you at Sac high... when you came to Johnson you, Eric, and Larry were always actin a fool - *the ready squad * : ) You guys were too funny!!... "you aint really really ready", " you don’t want that" & "you oh uhhh..." I miss them days....You guys were always together...just like me and Nicole *** Bat man & Robin*** We miss you... picking on you... you were always an easy target for that..lol BE PROUD ROD..You have made an impact on many people...you did what you set out to do....make a difference in YOUR world- OUR world- "THE WORLD AS YOU SEEN IT" You are a hero of our community. Your story has touched so many people in a way you probably never imagined that you could.... and with that your legacy will live forever. Your life was taken all too soon but your legacy is something no one can ever take away. You had the most contagious smile that no one could forget. You will truly forever be missed. Well lulu, ill end this letter the same way we last left eachother... with a hug & a "see you later". I will hold on tight to every memory we shared. Forever in my heart. my friend, my inspiration
† Rest in peace Rodi LOVE ALWAYS CHRISTINA ♥

Nadine & JoJo

We miss you cousin!!!

anonymous

LOVE YOU RODI

TU TIA QUE TE QUIERO MUCHO

Querido Rodrigo HACE YA DOS MESES DESDE QUE TE FUIST, TUS PADRES ESTAN HECHOS PEDASOS NO TENEMOS CONSUELO ESTAMOS DEVASTADOS POR LA DEGRACIA QUE HA CAUSADO TU PARTIDA. TUS PADRES Y TODOS TUS SERES QUERIDOS, NUNCA VAMOS LA OLVIDARTE DESDE QUE NOS DEJASTE NO HEMOS DEJADO DE BENDECIRTE, Y NUNCA TE VAMOS A OLVIDARTE TE QUERIMOS MUCHO TU TIA QUE TE EXTRANO MUCHO.

Buddy

"Man i miss the time... When we would ride... You would be right by side..."
I do miss those times cousin... We was always together though! I can visualize showing up to your Mom's for a haircut (dummy early in the morning) and you'd be still laying down sleeping... I would join you though =0)
You was always hella tired... You would always put life to the test (even if you didn't know it) you would always make your best effort to be there for any friend or family function... Still always made time for work, school, and haircuts! If not the only person, you was one of most dedicated, responsible, and hard working people ever... The list of words that can help describe you, that list is long!
I loved your company bro, and I miss you!
I hope your parents understand that I haven't stopped by in the past couple of days because it's been hard for me... Everyone is going through it in their own way...
I'll get back at again soon Rod... I Love You Bro!

cRis

MIss you LiL RoDi...i always pray for you and will never stop thinking about you..♥u

Adriana R. Contreras

I seen your mustang this morning..It made me sad..I love you Lil Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..Besitos..

Lupe

Hey Rodi, I went out for lunch today and thought of you because it was such a beautiful afternoon, so sunny and bright. Then I thought about tomorrow, Thanksgiving, tears began to fill my eyes and then start to flow down my cheek because you won't be dropping by our house to stop and say hello, I will truly MISS that =( Also when I ask if you want something to eat, you'll say "No thanks, my mom is cooking a big dinner" but you'll take a little nibble of something. I will MISS that as well. Your dad stopped by Sunday evening and thanked us for always being there for you. He knew if you and Larry weren't at your house, that you guys were at ours, where it was ALWAYS safe. We let him know that they are always welcomed to stop by and visit, even if it's just to say hello or talk about you, our door is ALWAYS open. He misses you so much, they both do. EVERYBODY misses you! We love and think about you everyday...keep smiling (~_~)...

Moni

Hey,
Im back to say "Happy Thanksgiving" early since i wont be able to tomorrow. I talked to your mom and talked about the good ol memories...words could never, ever explain the pain & hurt and how much she is missing you, her & big "lil" Rod...i know tomorrow is just going to be another day filled with sadness. I still remember everything you told me about last years thanksgiving;)
I'll never forget how your mom always had to make you your food seperately cuz you were SOO picky!!..lol..had to be PLAIN!...and man did you LOVE them biscuits!...Thanksgiving was always great at your house...EVERYONE would come over...i mean Gina is only the BEST cook anyones ever met!...she loved feeding us. She fed EVERYONE. Remember how Tita would jus be running around the house saying "tio, tio, tio Rodi"...she wouldnt stop till one of us colored with her. It was always nice & warm at your house..sometimes your dad would have the fire goin. We'd make our stops at everyones houses than come back to yours and GRUB! I can remember Thanksgiving days over there so clear in my mind. They were fun & i'll always & forever miss them. The way it would smell...everyone laughing & talkin...Drew & Dre always talking mess to you, and of course i'd always defend you, than they would get on me..lol..those were the days. Cant believe you arent here another year to celebrate it with your friends, family & girlfriend. Its unbelievably sad.
Until next time...
WE ALL MISS YOU & LOVE YOU SOOO MUCH!

♥

Anonymous

HAPPY THANKSGIVING RODI... EVERYONE MISSES YOU SO MUCH!!! REST IN PEACE...

Adriana R. Contreras

Happy Thanksgiving Lil Rod..It won't be the same without you here.. I love you.. Besitos.. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..

Yvonne

Happy Thanksgiving BD.. it really wont be the same without you.. nothing is. i'll try and eat all the plain stuff today that you would've :) love you -BM

Linda

Happy Thanksgiving Precious! I am thankful for the opportunity to have had you in our lives. I am thankful for all the love you shared with us. I am thankful for the memories we have of you. I wish you were here. I love you and miss you much!

anonymous

hey just wanted to stop by to say hi, we love you and miss you very much

Buddy

Hey Rod
Thinking bout you all the time... From the time I sleep to the moment I wake up in the morning... I swear your the first person on my mind! I always ask myself what it would be like if you was here right now, what would you say about it! I hate the fact that you can't be here right now... Like why does it have to be a fact... Why does it have to be a fact that theres nothing we can do now to bring you back?
I was looking at this picture of you and Cessy at Woodbine Park (volleyball) and it makes me think... What will it be like 10 years from now? Will she remember how sweet and kind you were to her? Of course i can keep reminding her but I never thought i'd have to do that... I want you to be around to show her yourself... You was suppose to get older with us... and be there for us... but just like you, we were robbed from that! I (we) have no one else like you... No other friend like you... Man!
I can visualize all of your moods... Like I could tell when you was having a good day or if you was in a good mood... The sarcasm, man I miss your sarcasm... Always got something smart to say but it wouldn't bother me cause you was my boy and I would do the same sh*t too! I haven't had a straight fade in months... Can't nobody else cut like you... 2 on top 0 on the sides! Still wish i could've got a shot at you in the ring (Boxing Jumper) for Cessy's B-Day... It would've been a good match up... Instead I had to bust my face on my own knee, thats what I get for trying to jump in the ring doing a front flip, huh? "I did it to him... I did it to him," thats what you was saying!
I love you Rodi...

Melinda

My lil Rodi,
I miss you even more with all of the holidays and events coming up. We went to go see Mike Epps yesterday. Can you believe that Michele had an EXTRA ticket and she couldn’t give it away? I was just thinking if you were here we wouldn’t have had an extra ticket cause everyone that mattered would be there-triple datin’ it as usual + some. I was thinking about you all last week, from Thanksgiving to Black Friday. We missed going with you guys last year and we planned on going with you guys this year.....it would have been soo much fun.
We’re gonna do it BIG for you on your birthday, cause I know that’s how you would’ve wanted it, VIP and tons of PATRON shots. Damn Rodi, I miss you and I wish you were here with us still. Yesterday Niyah kept asking me, “Mama, where’s Rodi?".....

Although, sometimes I regret the things that were unsaid, I just remember that actions speak louder than words. We really didn’t need to say it, because we knew how important we all were to each other.....You, Yvonne, Buddy, Bubba, Michele, Erika, Me....That's what gets me through the tough times.
I MISS YOU LIL BROTHER
TIL I GET TO SEE YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE AGAIN XOXO

P.S. U KNOW THAT WE KNEW THAT YOU COULD NEVER KEEP A SECRET :)

nadine

JOJO and I love and miss you...

chita

Hey Rodi, im jus here at school sitting in the computer lab and i wanted to come by and say Hi to you. I love and miss you...talk to you sooon..

Martha

Rod,
I miss you so much! It is so hard to come to grips with this reality… I think about you and Eric as kids growing up together…and this is not how it was supposed to be for you two. This pain and hurt is never going away. But no matter how much I’m hurting, it is nothing compared to the heartache and pain your parents are feeling. I’m still trying to be here for them as much as I can, just like I promised….I visit them often but I know there’s nothing really I can do to ease their pain, but maybe just knowing how much people love and care about them and how much we all love you…I hope that maybe they can find some comfort in that.
You are forever in my heart.

ANONYMOUS

RODDY,
I’M $O UP$ET RIGHT NOW. I KNOW THAT IF YOU WERE HERE THAT PEOPLE WOULDN’T BE $AYING OR DOING THE THING$ THAT THEY ARE NOW. I WI$H THAT YOU WERE HERE TO $ET EVERY $INGLE ONE OF THEM $TRAIGHT. WHAT UP$ET$ ME THE MOST IS HOW ALL OF THE $UDDEN EVERYONE I$ FIGHTING FOR YOUR LOVE, KNOWING IT WOULDN’T BE LIKE THAT IF YOU WERE $TILL HERE. I HOPE & PRAY THAT THEY WILL ALL GROW UP $OON. LOVE YOU BABY BOY!!

Michele Espinoza

*UNBELIEVABLE, I can't Believe some people. I [WE] Know You Are Like WTF Too.*
"Love You Rodi, Forever In Our Hearts"

xoxo MeiShi

ANONYMOUS

Out of respect for Rod's family, let's not leave these kind of comments on the page that was created to honor Rod's memory and legacy...let's please respect this page. Thank you.

ANONYMOUS

Yeah, its one thing to put your business out b/c you can defend it, but since my cuzzin ROD cannot defend himself please dont put any of his personal business on here. (that may or may not be true)

Michele Espinoza

Exactly. I have already contacted Worth about it. Hopefully he will remove the disrespectful comment that was left. It's rude for people to take it upon themselves to tamper w/ someones character. Especially our angel Rodi...He doesnt deserve that. Some people have NO respect. Love You Rodi, xoxo...MeiShi

anonymous

Now the days are so cold
She’s feeling all alone
Trying to be strong through these hard times
Tired of all the drama, tired of all the lies
Puts on her make up & does her hair
Looks in her closet but can’t find anything to wear
Doesn’t really matter there’s nobody to impress
She only does it so she won’t look depressed
Who would ever have guessed or known
The love of her life would leave her all alone
Taken away from her too soon
She sits in her room with nothing to do
When she looks at his picture, tears fill her eyes
Can anyone understand the pain that she feels inside
She’s never acted childish; she’s always kept her cool
If only everyone else could do the same thing too
And try to understand TRUE pain
& to RESPECT her & RODI’S name

Anonymous

I'm sitting here staring at your picture. Today's one of those days where its just SO hard to deal w/ the reality of you being gone. I guess some days will always be harder than others. As warm tears stream down my face, I cant help but think WHY did this have to happen to you??!? I think about how it will be a long time before I get to see you and talk to you...I miss your smile. You compassion for US [your FAMBAM]. I was just thinking about how you ALWAYS smiled on your face!! ALWAYS! You were SO HAPPY w/ life - and the direction that YOU were going in this life! I will never forget you Rodi. I can't...you were apart of my family. It hurts to not have you around. This year is going to be especially hard because its a year of "FIRST's"....The 1st Thanksgiving w/out you, Your Birthday, Christmas, New Years...etc... Everything. Every family function that you would attend...there will forever be a void. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. You're my hero Rodi. I honestly dont think I've ever been this sad. It hurts to see our families like this: In So Much Pain. We love you Rodi. You'll Live on forever though us. xoxo.

anonymous

today has been so hard!!! just missing you and some other people that have i can't see today!!! but i know that you havent left maii life...i miss you so much

anonymous

ANONYMOU5

You're...
My friend,
My companion,
Through good times and bad,
My friend,
My buddy,
Through happy and sad,
Beside me you stand,
Beside me you walk,
You're there to listen,
You're there to talk,
With happiness,
With smiles,
With pain and tears,
I know you'll be there, throughout the years!
You WILL ALWAYS be a good friend to me and I am grateful to you.

xoxo We LOVE you RODi!!!!!!!!!!!!

Miina-Mina

Hey Rodi,
I can’t stop thinking about you. We all miss you soooooo much. I can’t believe that you won’t be able to be at Darius’ birthday. The green charger is on the fireplace along with your pictures. I remember you coming over for Laniyah’s baby shower; if I remember correctly you were running late and didn’t have time to wrap the gift, so in you come with a lil pink outfit for her on the hanger. (At least you took the tag off) But you knew that it was important to us, so you made time to show up-rushing and all. Thank you soo much Rodi for everything.

I remember you calling to ask me to borrow the Saturn to get to Berkeley and I was like, Man, I can’t even do it. It had just over heated on the freeway the day before with Bubba. (Smoke and everything coming out of the engine-Freak’n piece of crap) I felt so bad that I couldn’t help you. But I didn’t want anything to happen to you on the drive down there. All I do is reminisce about the years that we've all had together. I can’t help but picture you standing with your Butt out and mouth open :p I’ll never forget when we all went to play volleyball. Yvonne was telling me how it’s so hard to work out and eat right because you always wanna eat out, we turn to look at you and you’re stuffing your face with a fat hot dog. Hella Funny!!! You were like “What?”
Until I see you again………………………
WE ALL MISS & LOVE YOU SOOO SOOO MUCH

Gina (Rod's mom)

+ I like to thank everyone for your kind words and memeories of Rod.We are all going through a hard time with loss of our son, brother and friend.I would appreciate if this web site be used for kind and respectful words and "nick names" used.Worth was kind enough to design this page for us to express our loss and feeling, not to be used for competition of Rod's love.Roddi loved alot of you and would be upset and hurt to know what is going on.And if someone has a problem with one of the comments please contact us or Worth do not take it upon yourself to respond back with a negative response.Let's continue to be there for each other.Thank You

ANONYMOUS

Love You ROD

anonymous

http://www.frontiernet.net/~jimdandy/specials/onedayatatime/onedayatatime.htm

Adriana R. Contreras

My SUNSHINE...I'm missing you baby boy..

Rod and Gina

We would like to invite family and friends who would like to atttend a Candle Lighting Memorial on Dec 4th at Sacramento Memorial Lawn on Tuesday at 7:00.Ornaments will be provided at no cost ,if you have a special one please bring it.Refreshments will be provided after the services. We love you all and hope to see you there.Thank You

Anonymous

9/16/07

9+1+6+0+7=23

I Miss You Rodi

Nadine

Miss you Cousin

ANONYMOUS

When can my heart beat again?
When does the pain ever end?
When do the tears stop from running over?
When does you’ll get over it begin?

......When can I see you again?

Missing you more and more every day RoDi…..
Love You!

Adriana R. Contreras

My sunshine. Just sitting here looking at our last photo taken on my birthday..Both of us just chessin like crazy.. Both of us looking all good.. ;-). I was telling your Mom the other day about how your confidence grew as you got older.. My MR.GQ..Handsome and highly intelligent. What a combo..My cousin. I love you Lil Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..Besitos.. Adriana and Valentina

Melinda

Rodi,
It seems like I’ve gone back and relived everything all over again. It already hurts and being at the vigil made it hurt even more. Seeing your Mom and Dad there was the worst. Bubba and I always think of all the GOOD times we’ve had together. (Especially that night after the Club) :) It helps a little bit, but the pain is still there. Damn, I just can’t believe that you’re not here with us anymore.

WE MISS YOU & LOVE YOU MORE & MORE EVERYDAY
P.S. “I BEG TO DIFFER” ;)

Mai Yang Vang

I was cleaning my studio last night and I came across some photos of you ...I broke down into tears. Do you know how much I miss you bro? It's been a couple months now but it still hurts so much. I wanted to drop by and tell you how much I miss you. I got finals all next week, I promise I'll do well...I know you'll be upset if I didn't...them Bio classes is killing me though :) Anywho, I'll probably drop by Sac on the 14th to see you. I miss you. -myv

Mai Yang Vang

Gina and Rod, I just wanted to stop by and let you know that my thoughts & prayers are with you both. I miss Rod alot. I came across some of his photos the other night and I just broke down...I want to mail the photos to you both. I've been in contact with Nadine and she's going to send me your address. I have finals all next week, but I'll probably stop by Sac next Friday or that weekend to see Rod's grave. I hope you both are doing well. -myv

Martha

Rod,
The days keep going by and it still hasn’t gotten any easier. With the upcoming Holidays and your birthday, its just so surreal that you’re not here with us…thinking about you stopping by to visit us on Christmas and New Years…talking to you last year about your 21st birthday and how much you and Eric talked about how you were going to celebrate together…but he wasn’t able to be there with you, yet you still made time to visit him because you really wanted to share your special day with him. You were such a great friend. I went to see him on Saturday, we spent most of the visit talking about you...he was in better spirits and it was good to see him smile & laugh as we remembered you. I know you are by his side, watching over him and in his dreams. Words can never describe the appreciation our family has for everything you did and for the irreplaceable friendship you shared with Eric…you were and will forever be a brother to us. And even though we are surrounded by a lot of sadness because of your loss, you have brought many people together who otherwise may have never become a part of each others lives. I am grateful for the friendships that I have begun to build with some of your loved ones. I love spending time with them and sharing the memories we each have of you. I hope that our friendships will continue to grow and that we will be a part of each other’s lives for many years to come… because that would have made you so happy. I know that you are smiling down on us…and maybe even at times think to yourself “that’s random” lol…I know what you mean :) ~You are Forever in our Hearts.

ANONYMOUS

Just another sad day Rodi......words can't describe how I feel right now and even though they say they do, they REALLY don't understand. I Miss you like crazy. I’m still trying to make sense outta this. Every time I think about you, I can’t help but cry and wonder.
Wonder if there was anything that we could’ve done to prevent this. It was a wake up call for my family and me and even though we are trying to get our life back on the right track, I wish that it didn’t take you leaving for us to do it.
Nobody knows when it’s their time to go we can only hope that we do right and make it to HEAVEN with you.
I’ll be missing you until that day comes.....where I can finally see you and your BIG smile.

HEAVEN finally got their angel back........

Rod's Mom and Dad

We would like to invite anyone who would like to support one of Roddi's many dreams he had,one was about getting Oak Park Library back,we are having a Ralley for him this Friday Dec.14th @ 9:00AM @ 35th and 5th ave.(Oal Park Library across for McGeorge school of Law).It is Roddi's Birthday that day and we know how difficult it can be,it is very hard for us too,it's our first of everthing without him also,espeacially his Birthday and Christmas,he was always so excited on those days I cry now wondering who will make those 5-6:00 am phone calls to his brothers and nieces to hurry up so they can open their gifts and have our christmas breakfast together,him jumping on our bed telling us to wake up..I would do anything to have that back,to cook his "PLAIN" meals,to hold him again.Well I sorry for making this harder,but we miss him so much and I hope we can all make it through these next few holidays with love and Thanks to all of you.Mom and Dad.

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you SUNSHINE...XOXO..Besitos.. Adriana and Valentina..I love you. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..

Melinda

Rodi,
I Miss you.....

cRis

Can't wait to celebrate your bday on fri LiL Rodi!!! U n my fav sis have the same bday! crazy huh! no wonder i liked u right away! lol I was by Berkeley on Saturday and all i could think of was u n how u were gonna introduce me to the bay area since we were gonna be so close:( I MISS YOU and i wish u were here wit us smiling like always....♥ u..

Martha

You had something to do with your dad winning on Saturday, didn't you? :) He showed up late and still won, just like you did the year before! I miss you so much...I wish you were still here. I know you would have been there at Frank's watching the fight with us or you would have at least made a fashionably late entrance just to win the $ :) Your spirit and memory will live on forever. I love and miss you always.

Nadine

I had a dream last night and you were in it. it seemed so real, this is the second dream since you've been gone i miss you Rodi and it saddens me everyday that you are not here anymore.... Thank you for visiting me in my dreams i love you cousin Jojo loves you too.

anonymous

Hey Rodi, we miss you very much, everything is so crazy right now. I know you wouldnt agree with the way people are acting and everything thats going on, I really wish you were here. We miss you and love you very much

Anonymous

Miss You...I know your looking down on us, (Your LOVED ONES), Smiling! We Love You and Not Just Becuz You're Gone Now. We're the ones that have ALWAYS BEEN IN YOUR LIFE & AROUND YOU! :)

Melinda

Rodi,
Are you ready for tomorrow?......Your not really, really ready, ready, you think your
ready…..Your Not! Hahaha. Well I’ll be taking some EXTRA PATRON shots for you.
Yvonne told me about you laughing at me when we were at Buddy’s house. Luckily, I
didn’t know because you know that I would’ve been clownin.

You know we’re Missing you everyday!

XOXO

12.14.07 - 1am - HAPPY BDAY!!

Happy Bday Rodi! Thanks for the many, many memories...Thanks for being apart of my family, we love you so much! You are truly and Angel that was sent from above. I will always remember you as such a beautiful person inside & out. We Miss You Dearly!! I mean it w/ all my heart when I say that OUR lives will NEVER be the same. We keep you close to our heart...thats how it will ALWAYS be. LOVE YOU!!
Forever My Hero...Forever In My Heart...Love You ALWAYS Rodi...Your Memory Will NEVER Fade!
XOXO <3 Ur 'Big Sis' MeiShi

anonymous

*my bad

BTW...We're celebrating for you 2night...Azukar. Wish it wasnt like this & you could be here... :( Keep a watchful eye out for all of us lil bro, and if you can...like Mena said, come out & play.
(PATRON shots 4 U all night! xoxo)
MeiShi

Eric Perez

Happy 22nd Birthday Rodi...

meeee

happy birthday rod!! miss you, miss your talks!

Adriana R. Contreras

Happy Birthday Lil Rod..Do you still remember last year at TGIF, then Mandangoo's, then your house?? You truly out did me that day.. I miss everything about you.. Today will be very hard for me but I know you would want me to keep it strong and alive..Until I see you in my dreams. One love... I love you Lil Rod.. Besitos and XOXO.. Love, Valentina and Adriana. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..

Melinda

HAPPY 22ND BIRTHDAY…………IN PARADISE
Rodi,
I had hopes of seeing you, Buddy, Bubba and Andy going
“DUMB” on the dance floor again. We’ll make the best of it though.
We Love & Miss you so so much.

Elias Family

Happy Birthday Lil Rod

mOniCA M.

HAppY bIrThdaY RoDi..

Michele&baby Eric

Happy Birthday*******

Moni

HAPPY 22nd BURFDAY "lil niggah"!
Man yOu shOuld still be here anOther year celebratin & havin waayyy mORe than enOugh PatrOn! Its nOt even right hOw sOmeOne cOuld have just stOlen yOur life frOm yOu fOr NO REASON whatsOever.
Last year was fun & i have hella pictures tO remember it by & never fOrget. i love you & always will.
♥

Uni

Happy birthday Rod!=)

Chris Farinias Jr

Happy Birthday ROd. We gon do it real big for you tonight...Im sure youll be watching down... Much Love...

Sara Montoya

I didnt really know Rodrigo personally but I have met him before. We met each other at mutual friends house and parties. When I saw his picture all over the news, my memory was triggered, how can anyone forget that smile. I am sorry for your loss,and your son will never be forgotten, Sacramento as a City has proven that! My the Lord bless you and remember God has gained another Gaurdian Angel. Rest In Peace Rodrigo Rodriguez. happy birthday

anonymous

Happy Birthday Rodi, Im gonna stop by and see you later after work. Yea i kno you gon be chillin tonight goin manie with everyone, please look over everyone tonight cuz you know they gonna be getting fucked up! well we love you and miss you happy b-day!

*aNoNyMaS*

Happy 22nd Birthday Rodi!

cRis

HapPy BeEdAy LiL R0Di! i know ull b wit us tonite..MISSIN U ALWAYS♥

Nadine & JoJo

Happy Birthday Rodi

Cousins

Happy 22nd Birthday Cousin Rod!! We LOVE & MISS YOU so much cousin. GOD BLESS:) XOXO- Cousins Rudy, Theresa, Alysia & Elias

ANONYMOUS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROD!!! I LOVE YOU!!!

Happy B-Day Rod!

Cristina and Jimmy

Happy Birthday Rod! We miss u!!!!!!

MeiShi

Tonight was Great! Better than I thought it would be...and you KNOW what I MEAN!! :) Thanks...I Know you Have ANGELS && Such In HIGH Places Taking Care of all of us! :) Damn...we miss you! Im glad your dad stayed the WHOLE night! It meant a lot to us... as it did to him, Im sure. I swear...when "Good Life" by Kanye West came on the first time - it was hard to hold back the tears! I miss you w/ all my heart Rodi...Honestly...I WISH I could be where you are...I know w/out a doubt your living in a PARADISE that we know NOTHING about. Soon baby brother...soon! :) Love and Miss you!! Again: Thanks for making sure all of US we good 2nite. I hope you had a GREAT bday...LOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE U! I promise Oak Park Library will be open....lol...Have I EVER let you down???? hahaha I didnt think so!!!!! :)
Ur Big Sis MeiShi

Elias Family

Rodi, We went to your rally on Friday and heard everyone speak of all the great things about you and all the plans you had I wish that you could be here to live out your dreams your mom and dad are so proud of you eveytime that that we got together they would tell us of all that you had acomplished we were so glad that we knew you every time we spoke to our friends we would tell them that our comparde's son went to Berkley and that he was going to make a difference in this world. We will never know, Rest in Peace Lil Rod!!!!!! Love You,

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you BABY BOY..One love..

MeiShi

3 months ago yesterday... :(
I didnt want to write about it, but how could i not. Your bday was sooooo GREAT. That only thing that would have made it any better would have been to have YOU there!
I looked @ All of the video & pictures from the funeral today. Buddy & Erika had some that I had never seen. It made me sad all over again. The pain & reality of it all will never subside. I miss you Rodi. Forever In Our Hearts. <3 Ur Big Sis

"...Life ain't always what it seem to be
Words can't express what you mean to me
Even though you're gone, we still a team
Through your family, I'll fulfill your dream
In the future, can't wait to see
If you open up the gates for me
Reminisce some time, the night they took my friend
Try to black it out, but it plays again
When it's real, feelings hard to conceal
Can't imagine all the pain I feel
Give anything to hear half your breath
I know you still living your life, after death ..."

Apo

Happy late B-day Rod. Larry called me but I couldn't get his number (I lost my cell at my party-you know we do it big), hit me up Larry. Much love to all of Rod's family and friends.

Anonymous

Just thinking of you.Thought I would stop by and say morning.

Melinda 12:10pm

Hey Rodi,
Friday night was so much fun. The only thing missing was the Birthday Boy! I know we
would’ve had so much MORE fun with you there. It was a great turnout though!
I just wanted to let you know that We Miss You……..
Oh Yeah and I actually finished the whole shot of PATRON. Haha Just for you!
I’m glad that your dad stayed too! Even though I know he was having a GOOD time
I could see the pain in his eyes. I hope he finds comfort in knowing that we will be there
for him-No Matter what!

We love You Lil Rodi!

I know you can’t wait for us to meet up with you again, until that day comes keep smiling down on us!! :)

anonymous

I was just looking at your pictures and my heart started to ache.. Its not fair that your not with us no more... i know you were watching everyone celebrate your birthday Friday i wish i wish your There to celebrate with us.. I miss you Rodi Forever in my heart I Love You Cousin

anonymous

Love You Rodi

anonymous

Not a day goes by when i don't think of u. Lil Rod u r missed by so many. Rod Sr. and Gina, thank u for bringing an angel to so many lives. Even though his time here was short, he touched so many lives, helped so many in need and brought so many people happiness. WE ARE FOREVER GREATFUL! Again, thank you. Rest in peace lil Rod We will never forget u and your legacy.

Anonymous

Sacramento misses that BIG bright smile! Rest in peace angel.

Moni

They say it takes a minute to find a special person,
An hour to appreciate them,
a day to love them,
but than an ENTiRE LiFE to ~~FORGET~~ them... ♥ u.

anonymous

Love You!

ANONYMOUS

Our thoughts and prayers are with you......

MeiShi

Miss You Rodi!! I was thinking about you && wanted to stop by && say HI. Love You Lil Brother! :)
PS. I know you saw what happen Thurs night.... ;) Sooo funny! Im sure you was crackin up about that too!!! [Good Times!!]
<3
Ya Big Sis
..."When The F*** Did We Have Ice Cream?!" lol

ANONYMOUS

HEY RODI, HOW IS IT GOING UP THERE?WE ALL MISSES YOU AND THE WAY THE THINGS ARE GOING RIGHT NOW ARE BAD, I KNOW THAT YOU WOULD NOT LIKE THE THINGS THAT ARE GOING ON,I WISH YOU WOULD TOUCH EVERYONE WITH YOUR KINDNESS AND MAKE EVERYONE KNOW YOU WOULDNT WANT THINGS TO BE LIKE THIS, YOU WERENT A MEAN PERSON YOU WERE THE BEST EVERYONE NEEDS YOUR HEART AND KINDNESS LOVE YOU ALWAYS,

Melinda

Hey Rodi,
It’s Christmas Eve and I’m missing you…..all I can think about is your gifts. (Haha)It’s alright lil Brother-you tried.
Last year you were just watching Bubba and me open the gift, waiting for our reaction. It was good Rodi.....
I know you were hella happy when we got you that griddle for Christmas. We heard you were cookin’ it up on that thing.
Every time I hear The Good Life I think it’s a sign that you’re near. It’s comforting and sad at the same time.
I know that you’re having a lot more fun than we are....in PARADISE........Merry CHRISTmas Rodi!

Loving & Missing YOU Everyday!
& I wonder..........

Aunt becky

From your Aunt Becky... Merry Christmas sweet Angel. Not a day goes by that I'm not thinking about you. Sorry it took so long for me to send you a message. Sometimes it's hard to put in words what the heart feels. Here we are down here on earth celebrating Christ's birthday, and there you are celebrating right next to him in heaven. Rodi, I've been praying everyday that the good Lord give your mom and dad the strength they need to get through all of this. They have been doing such a remarkable job of keeping your legacy going. I've decided to dubb you the "energizer bunny", because your love and spirit just keeps going and going. I've always knew what a wonderful family you've had but never had an idea of how many friends you had. Wow they are just awesome. They have been right there for your mom and dad, giving them the support they need. I love you Rodi and I send this message from your uncle George and your cousin Mike also.

Adriana R. Contreras

I'm missing you baby boy..I love you Lil Rod.. Yesteday, today, tomorrow and always..

Nadine & JoJo

We Love You Rodi Merry Christmas

Linkin Park Dude

hey man hows it going? merry merry christmas i hope ur christmas in heaven is nice and great hope u r having fun with Jesus Christ i bet u r teaching him so many things about school and math and hahhahahah haircutting hahahhah i made a funny hahaha well my christmas is good too i got to open one present tonite it was concert tickets what concert you ask? well it was for one of my fav bands like ever LINKIN PARK i cant wait i got two tickets to go see them now the hard part trying to find someone to go with me i think i can if u were here i would ask you or you could introduce to the many girls u know and idk hook me up hahaha idk hahah well i hope ur christmas is good and 2008 will deliver new surprises and shockers

MeiShi ::Christmas Day::

Merry Christmas Rodi && Happy New Year! :) We All Love You && Miss You Dearly!
<3
Ya Big Sis

Adriana R. Contreras

Merry Christmas baby boy... I love you lil Rod..Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..XOXO Besitos Adriana and Valentina..

anonymous

merry christmas love you

anonymous

MERRY XMAS LIL ROD! WE LOVE N MISS U VERRY MUCH!

Michele &Baby Eric

Last night I received a gift from your parents through Roger and Nadine for the baby.Its so cute.... a velour echo suit.(Its so something you would have pick out for him)This week I have to pass out invitions for his 2nd birthday.I havent stop by you parents house in a while but we need to.Lil Eric wears your t-shirt of you and shows it off to everyone stating its Tio Rod.We miss you!Even though your not here with everyone your spirit is. Happy New Year!!!!!

Larry Sr and Lupe Espinoza

Hi Rod, we celebrated CHRISTmas yesterday like we always do but of course it was different not having you there. Anticipating the expressions on yours and Larry's face when you guys would exchange gifts...just like little boys (~_~). Darius, Laniyah and Cessy-Girl recevied a gift from your parents. That was truly a BLESSING. We miss you so much and your BEAUTIFUL smile. You will ALWAYS be a part of this FAMILY...

ANONYMOU5

Im so sad. Its hitting harder everyday. I cant even put into words how sad I am. My heart hurts. I cant believe he's really gone. Whats happening? This isnt right...

anonymous

Thanks for being such a great friend rod! We miss you!

Melinda

Dear Rodi,
As we plan our New Years it’s hard not to think back a year ago. Was it one or two days before New Years that we got drunk?? Either way that was a very FUN night. It wasn’t planned and I think that’s why it was so great. Cause you know us and planning don’t always work out….we’re either late or people don’t show up. You know I was doing the YOOUUU before the song came out that night. :) We tried to do it again for New Years Eve, but…..it was planned and didn’t work out! Plus, I think we still had a hang over… (LOL)
I wonder how this New Years would’ve been. I know we would’ve had one thing for sure-PATRON! I still just sit and daydream about you not being here. It just won’t sink in sometimes….Every time I see the sun peaking out from behind the clouds I think of you. To me its like, “I’m still here with you guys”.
~Loving & Missing You Always Lil Brother~

MeiShi

Forever In Our Hearts...Every Second of Everyday
I love you Rodi...
♥ Always...Ur Big Sis

Nadine

Miss You Rodi

ANONYMOU5

Hey Rodi...Wow, so NYE is just around the corner. It doesnt even matter...everything is so weird right now. Fam is acting different. I know its b/c we're all hurtin b/c your not here. :( Nobody really knows how to deal with your loss. People are becoming w/drawn.

Sometimes, I find myself trying to grasp the idea of you not being here anymore. It seems so unattainable. Like, "Really, Rodi's really not here anymore?! I REALLY cant (physically) call or see him??!" Im sure it will be like that for a long, long time. So Ill continue to keep you in my heart && in my dreams until we meet again lil brother. ♥

Watch over the FAM that decide to go out this NYE...As for me && the FAM...we're gunna keep it low key w/ the ones we love...and hopefully you can stop by && be there in spirit, b/c we love it when you're around us. :)

Keep smiling down on us Rodi...
Forever In Our Hearts...
We Love && Miss You, Always

Anonymous

HEY HOPEFULLY YOU ARE LIVING IT BIG UP THERE, KICKING IT BIG WITH THE BIG GUY,PLEASE WATCH OVER EVERYONE TONITE I KNOW THAT WE ARE THINKING OF YOU DOWN HERE AND WISHING YOU A HAPPY NEW YEAR, KEEP BRINGING YOUR TENDERNESS TO EVERYONES HEART MAYBE THINGS WILL BE BETTER THIS YEAR AND EVERYONE WILL BE COOL (AT LEAST A LITTLE)WITH EACH OTHER AGAIN.

Michele Espinoza

Always in our hearts....Nothings is the same w/out you. Love you lil brother. ::Michele Espinoza::

Adriana R. Contreras

Lil Rod,

I know we are starting a New Year and we should always look forward to happiness, love and prosperty. It's just different now. Life is different now. Things and lives can be changed over night. Mine has. I believe all our lives have changed. Life will never be the same without you baby boy. Your laughter, your smile, just YOU.. I know that your Mom and Dad are going through a really rough time right now. All I can do is love them and be there. And promise you that I will continue to be there. I miss you.. I love you Lil Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. ONE LOVE.. Adriana and Valentina.... XOXOXO

Adriana Contreras

I'm missing you baby boy.. One love..

Love, Valentina and Adriana..

xoxoxox.. Loving you yesterday, today, tomorrow and always.

Michele&Baby Eric

I felt your spirit there on Saturday.We miss you every day...

::Michele Espinoza::

Just wanted to stop by and say HI...You're always in my thoughts. Miss you dearly Rodi.

xoxo
Your 'Big Sis'

Nadine&Jojo

We Love you and think about you everyday Rodi

Adriana R. Contreras

So I see how you do things Lil Rod.. You finally decided to visit me in my dream last night. Took you long enough. Of course, you still acting the same. Always so busy but always made time. The rest of the dream seems foggy now but when you came into it, it was so clear and I could see your smile.. Then you left.. So like you.. To show up late and make a cameo appearance..

I love you Lil Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..Adriana

Melinda Espinoza

Dear Rodi,

We are all missing you so bad. New Years just wasn’t the same without you.

The rainy days make us miss you more. We are trying our hardest to stay positive.

Even though I say it, I still haven’t fully accepted the fact that you’re gone.

We all miss you and wish you were here with us!!

Even Laniyah is missing you

Laniyah, Darius & Cessy

Melinda, Larry & Michele

Adriana R. Contreras

Missing you Sunshine... I love you Lil Rod.. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..Besitos..XOXOXO Adriana and Valentina

Nadine& Jojo

Me and Jojo love you and miss you we love Uncle Rod and Aunt Gina tooo

Sophia

i love u rodi thirs no day that gos by that i dnt thnk a bout u LOVE YOU S2

Yvette and Sanjay Singh

We both would like to send our deepest condolences to you and your family. We also lost my little brother august 8,2006.Please take care and always cherish your memories. Sincerely, The Singh Family

anonymous

We miss u lil Rod!

ANONYMOUS

May God continue to watch over you and your family.

Cristina

Dear Rod, I celebrated my birthday last Thursday and I kept thinking about how u showed up to my bday dinner last year. I remember being so shocked that YOU of all people showed up because I know how EXCLUSIVE your appearances were… I still don't know how u figured out that we left Spaghetti Factory and walked to Original Pete's instead. U just walked in like nothing flashing your big bright smile :) It seemed like we had to wait hours to be seated and the food was SOOO bland! U might have liked it though because I hear u liked "plain" food :) My only regret is not taking pictures at the dinner. Jimmy and I went back to Original Pete's the day after my bday in your honor, the food is still bland but we enjoyed our dinner cuz it brought back memories of you. Thanks for stopping by last year… Thank you for everything lil Rod. We miss u.

Cousins Rudy & Theresa & Kids

We think about you all the time cousin, we miss you and your pretty- boy smile. Elias and Alysia look at your picture everyday and say "HELLO COUSIN". I PRAY for your MOM & DAD to be safe and make it though all these ruff times. XOXOXOX UR, COUSINS

anonymous

Man rod, miss ya...I tried to give myself a haircut too man...cut it too low on one strip. I know you laughing at me...Miss ya man, school aint the same without ya. Praying for you and your fam, me and thuc holding Berkeley down for ya Macheyron

ANONYMOU5

Hey Rodi, I was thinking of last year on ur bday when I came to Berekley to visit you. Remember the accident we almost got in on the way back to Sac?! Wow, that was crazy! I remember you kept making fun of me b/c I didnt 'reverse' out of ur apartments like EVERYONE else... I flipped it @ the dumpster && drove out forward! lol I thought I was doing it LIKE ERR1 else! lol *Good Times*
Miss You Every Single Second of Every Single Day. Forever In Our Hearts!
xoXOxo

Nadine

I Love You and Miss You Rodi Forever and ever in my heart cousin

Apodaca

Rod, Thank you for bringing light into my life. I look at my tat everyday and it gives me hope. I'm going to adopt my nephew and niece. My boy is thinking about naming himself "Rodrigo" after you when the adoption goes through. I pray for your family.

Adriana R. Contreras

Missing you baby boy.. I love you Lil Rod.. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always.. Adriana and Valentina.. XOXOXO Besitos..

anonymous

We miss you Rod. We think about you all the time... Can't help but try to think of ways to fix this even tho we know nothing will... R.I.P. Lil Rod

anonymous

hey Rod... its been so crazy without you in berkeley. i miss u everyday! God Bless You and ur Family.

Moni

ALWAYS thinkn of yOu. I lOve being around your family:)

anonymous

aye cousin just stopping by to say that we miss u and we will meet again up there. But until then Keep Jesus' Dreads clean. Love u Cousin.

Melinda

Hey Rodi,

I know what you’re thinking-it’s been awhile. It’s just been so hard these past weeks.
Every time I feel down or sad, it’s like you always give me a sign to show me that
you’re here. I mean c’mon I’m sitting at home, sad, flipping through the channels
and on two different shows I just happen to catch someone saying, “I beg to Differ”.
Yeah, I know that was you! That was OUR saying. :)
We’re still so hurt and so sad. You can see it on everyone’s face…..and in there attitudes.
Most of us just don’t know how to deal with you leaving so soon. But I know you
Rodi and I know that you are watching over all of us.
We Miss & Love You So So Much!

ANONYMOUS

HEY KIDDO,WHATS UP?THINKING ABOUT YOU EVERY DAY AND WISHING EVERYTHING WAS STILL THE SAME DOWN HERE,I KNOW YOU WOULDNT LET THINGS BE THIS WAY BUT EVERYONE DOESNT HAVE YOUR HEART AND KIND SPRIRT, IT SO SAD TO BE DOWN HERE AND KNOW THAT WE WONT SEE YOUR SMILE OR HEAR YOUR VOICE, BUT HEY YOU ARE WITH US IN OUR HEARTS AND IN OUR THOUGHTS EVERYDAY YOU LIVE ON AND LIKE I SAID EVERYONE MISSES YOU.

Adriana R. Contreras

I'm missing you baby boy.. I love you Lil Rod.. Adriana and Valentina.. XOXOXXXOOOO

Anonymous

Hey Cousin hope your gonna watch the super bowl with our Grandpas. It gonna be a hella good game. Miss you cuz.

Nadine

Good Morning Rodi I was listening to that song you had on your myspace by t-pain it remind me of you. I miss you Rod. I Love You Cousin Forever in my Heart

ANONYMOU5

Thinking of you EVERY SINGLE DAY! Miss You... :/
Forever In Our Hearts...
<3 MeiShi

Ulises

Man still not a day goes by that i dont think of yu homie.. miss yu bro i kno yu doin koo man!

ANONYMOU5 4:08am

i just thought of you right now. i was looking @ ur ur pix on my wall. WOW...really?...i felt that numbness in my heart && was immediately saddened @ the thought of not being able to see you again. There are those moments when it's still all so unbelievable && overwhelming, some days it justs hits harder than others.
LOVE YOU -4ever- Rodi. Ur in my ♥ && thoughts EVERY single second of EVERY single day.
<3 MeiShi

Cuzin Theresa & Rudy

Just thinking about you and wanted to stop by and check out some pictures of that famous smile of yours. Everyone is missing you and wishing none of this happen....Look over your parents and help give them the strength they need from day-to-day. Alysia says hi & Elias stills waves to your picture, he calls you cousin & blows kisses. Miss you and you are in our prayers, XOXOXOXO!!!

Lupe (~_~)

Hi Rodi, I had a dream about you this morning, the strange thing about this dream, is that it was while I was waking up. I told Papa (Larry) let me sleep until 6:20 (another 5 minutes) that's when the dream happened. You had to say HI. It was you with your BIG beautiful smile (~_~) looking over my shoulder, just like my Darius! You were thinking of buying a RAIDER t-shirt and then we started talking about your CAL jersey. I know you are always looking over US..your FAMILY. We miss, think and talk about you EVERYDAY....tears ALWAYS well-up in my eyes and then I have to take a deep breath....I MISS YOU...until we see you in PARADISE keep smiling.

Adriana R. Contreras

I'm missing you baby boy... I Love you Lil Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always.. adriana and valentina.

Moni

"traffic traffic im lookin for my chapstick... sumthn sumthn sumthn... there goes a ford maveric"
-Random thoughts & memories of you always pop in my head every single day... "i love you & always will"

Martha

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY
LOVE & MISS YOU ALWAYS
FOREVER IN MY HEART!

Moni

♥ Happy ValentineS Day ♥

Nadine

Happy Valentines Day We Love and Miss You.......

Nadine and Jojo

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Melinda

Hi Rodi,
Just wanted to come through and say Happy Valentine’s Day.
I wish that you were here to celebrate it with us. Our Infamous triple dates~:).
You know we all would’ve went to the Katt Williams show and laughed our Butts off, just like last year. “Good Times”!
Us going out to eat afterwards, you & the guys imitating his jokes and getting weaker each time.
I miss you so much Rodi & it hurts me to see all that you’ve left behind.

”Dirty Boy Clean in my LRG’s”. I was listening to an old CD and thought of
You & Larry when I heard it.

XOXOXO

Adriana R. Contreras

Happy Valentine's Day baby boy... I love you yesterday, today, tomorrow and always... XOXO.. Adriana and Valentina..

Adriana R. Contreras

I'm sitting here looking at your picture with Valentina.. I miss you daily baby boy..I love you Roddy, yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..Adriana

ANONYMOU5

Rodi! Aww luvie I MISS U SO MUCH! :(
Every Single Second of EVERY Single Day!
I Love That You Are Always In My Heart && on My Mind. I NEVER Want To Forget You...I KNOW I NEVER, EVER Will.
The Katt Williams Show Wasnt The Same W/out You There. [Nothing Is The Same W/out You.] I remember how much fun we ALL had last year when we went. ;)
But I Wore The Locket That Mena Bought M.E. for Christmas. The One W/ M.E. && You Inside. :) It Made M.E. Feel Good To Have It On. [Always Does, but especially that night.]
LOVE YOU 4EVA! xoxoxoxo MeiShi
'Forever In Our Hearts'

Missing u lil Rod. We think about u all the time...

Nadine

Goodmorning Rodi I Love and Miss You Everyday........

Moni

I was hella thinking about our high school days...
you were such a GOOD student, that instead of you walking me to my classes, i would have to walk you cuz you hated bein late to class & of course i didnt care!... lol! hella funny. Miss them high school days like crazy.. not a worry in the world.. all of us always just kickin it... member the time me & the bestfren skipped our softball practice just to go see you & andrew's baseball game?.... thinkn we werent gonna get caught was hilarious. Eric commin to your house with us after school & eating like 5 plates of food!!... lmao... i know he's missing you more than anyone could ever imagine. He knows your gonna help him through his situation just like you always did. Until next time... "i love you & always will"

The Rodriquez-Contreras'

We miss you, love you and we will try to continue your dreams through us..Loving you always....Marc, Gina, Felicia, Lil Marcos, Valencia, Valentino, Santino and Emiliano..

ANONYMOU5

Just Thinking Of You..Wanted To Drop A Few Lines To Tell You HI! ;)
Keep on smiling down on us from heaven.
If you can, go give your BFF a hug. You are EXTREMELY missed!
Ya 'Big Sis'...MeiShi

Anonymous

The fact that we don't comment every day doesn't mean we don't think about you 24/7. We love n miss you Rod.

UR teacher

Rod, Thanks for coming back to CAL every year to talk to my AVID kids. My 8th graders remember you from last year and I know you inspired them. I hope someone can come inspire my kids even a fraction of what you did. You were so down to earth, and humble. When things get tough I look at my tat and it reminds me of your grace. Love ya

Anonymous

Rodi,
Times are bad right now. I don’t know how to get things back to the way they used to be. Every time I’m hurting and sad I think of you. I think of how cold and cruel the world is and I envy you, because I know that you are somewhere better, where there are no more tears or pain. I want that so bad Rodi. I know hella selfish huh? It’s not the right way for me to be thinking and I know you wouldn’t want me thinking like that, but it’s true. I’m just tired of all the problems, drama, sadness & hurting. Talk to the big guy upstairs and ask him to give me the strength to go on.
~Love You Always~

R.R.

Hey Anonymous....I just read your message. Please don't feel like you're alone because you're not. I believe that most of us are feeling the same way you do. Even though there is a lot of ugly out there in this crazy world, you have to keep your eyes and your heart open to all the beauty that is within your reach. A day doesn't go by that I'm not thinking of Rodi. It still feels like a bad dream and I keep waiting to wake up. I can't possibly imagine the pain that Rod and Gina must be going through. It breaks my heart everytime I think of them. I haven't even been able to talk to either of them in awhile because I don't know what I could possibly say to make them feel better. Therefore I'm dealing with a lot of guilt because of that. All I can do is pray and that is the one thing that gets me through my grief. The lives of everyone who knew Rodi are forever changed. Please don't let the pain and the grief consume you so much that it turns into hatred and bitterness. Enjoy the memories that you have of Rodi and work to continue the dream that he started.

Cousin Roddi,ever since you have been gone it feels like the world has started to spin slower and slower everyday. I miss you hella bad and can't wait to see you in heaven and finally get a hair cut from you. love you cuz.

Nadine & Roger

Thinking about you everyday Rod..... We Miss and Love you

Anonymous

Just wanted to stop by and say we miss you. It breaks my heart all over again everytime I think about what happened. I'm contantly sadded throughout the day when you come to mind...and its often. I know we weren't really close or anything but I how great of a person you were Rod and I know how much everyone loves you.... It breaks my heart to see everyone get that sad look in their eye whenever we are reminded of you. If it hurts me so much when we weren't even close friends I can't imagine how the ones closest to you feel. What I do know if that you are in a better place and that brings me a little bit of comfort. Rod, thanks for the good times.... We miss and love you...

Adriana R. Contreras

I'm thinking about you baby boy. I love you lil Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..xoxoxoxoxoxox.. Valentina and Adriana

Melinda

Hey Rodi,
Interesting dream. You were eating like always.
Missing you and your beautiful smile erryday!
Until next time..............

P.S. That was Niyah that left the pizza :)

Anonymous

Amigo ya que tu al cielo tu as partido solo una cosa a mi dios yo le pido q entre sus brazos t encuentres dormido amigo para nosotros simpre seras amigo te as marchado pues lo quiso el destinoo!!! y en nuestra mente simpre estaras vivo amigoooo oooo amigooooo ooo (rakim) entre llanto y tristeza oi amigo te despido pidiendole al señor que en sus brazos este dormido con mis lagrimas boy recordando todo lo q isimo la locura esa q isimos en el barrio cuando cresimos mirando al cielo pido a dios que te perdone simpre te recordaremos en nuestros corazones fuiste un amigo en las buenas y en la mala es un dolor tan grande aora pol q t marchas (ken-y) amigo ya que tu al cielo tu as partido solo una cosa a mi dios yo le pido q entre sus brazos t encuentres dormido amigo para nosotros simpre seras amigo te as marchado pues lo quiso el destinoo!!! y en nuestra mente simpre estaras vivo amigoooo oooo amigooooo ooo q es lo que yo debo hacer para conformarme si dia a dia lo que ago es recordarte quisiera tenerte frente a frente y explicarte para que veas cuanta falta tu me haces q es lo que yo debo hacer para conformarme si dia a dia lo que ago es recordarte quisiera tenerte frente a frente y explicarte y aunque tu te ayas ido simpre seras amigo ya que tu al cielo tu as partido solo una cosa a mi dios yo le pido q entre sus brazos t encuentres dormido amigo para nosotros simpre seras amigo te as marchado pues lo quiso el destinoo!!! y en nuestra mente simpre estaras vivo amigoooo oooo amigooooo ooo

Ron

Man Rod, we missing you out here on campus. Someone came up to me at the SLC and was like we met before and she was a friend of yours and she was afraid to mention your name. Don't worry I'm not going to let your name be the one unmentioned. Love you man, Miss you and I hope that you and yours is coping with your loss to the best of their abilities. My dad needs another haircut and he still see the pain in my eyes when I go to the shop in Vallejo instead of out to Sac or at your apt in Berkeley. I know you are smiling down on us man, and like you and me would say, all we have in life is our smiles and cries...when I think of you I do both, much love from the Bay Ron Page

FEE

I been avoiding the fact that ur gone. Damn, its still unbelievable to me. Everytime I try to write this I choke on my words and eyes tear up full of both joyful & painful tears. I love you rod. I know you left this world and we weren't on the best of terms but I never stopped calling you my best friend. "You got me straight trippen boo." I wish you could of met my beautiful babygirl you would of fell in love with her. Continue to watch over all of us please. I love you & miss you !

Lupe (*_*)

Hi Rodi, thinking of you as ALWAYS.....the "family" misses you so much..your beautiful smile and conversations...wish you were here to see how handsome and big Darius is getting and how beautiful Laniyah and Cessy-girl are becoming. Larry Sr. bought a mustang almost like yours...something to always remember you in..YOUR mustang...You're forever in our hearts and lives...gone but NEVER forgotten...WE MISS YOU!!!

i miss u rod!

Linda

There is never a day that goes by that I don't think of you, Rodi. How wonderful you were to have in our lives. The memories of you that live on in our minds. I miss you Rodi. We miss you. I pray for your parents, family, and those that love you, everyday. I pray for their strength and comfort. I talk about you to anyone that wants to know how much the "character of person" can mean to those around them. Your Integrity and Character is a testimony to God's Love. God Bless all those who read this message.

Melinda

“Really Gonna Miss You…..”
Rodi,
That dream really frustrated me. It’s like I was trying so hard to get to you and we kept missing each other.
I was thinking about it all day…….and than later that day Larry comes over with the new DVD that
he made of you for Bubba. It really goes Rodi, he misses you soo much. (His Buddy, his friend).

Really gonna miss you It’s really gonna be different without you Time is gonna be hard & slow For the rest of my life Gonna be thinking about you (yes I am) Time came when you had to go I'll miss you my buddy I'll miss you my friend I promise my love for you will never end In your finest hour I was there with you And without you things wont be the same But there's a higher power that we answer to And you heard him calling your name Really gonna miss you Everything about you your smiling face I know you want us all to be strong Really gonna miss you I know your going to that magic place Singing you a brand new song I'll miss you my buddy I'll miss you my friend I promise my love for you will never end I’ll miss you my Buddy I’ll miss you my friend I promise my love for you will never end Really Gonna Miss Youuuuuuuuuu

Melinda :)

Rodi,
I almost forgot, Darius is playing baseball again this year……he’s on the A’s.
It just reminds me of your pretty boy baseball pictures.. :)
Come and watch him play sometime K!
LOVE YOU

cuzn jess

happy easter cousin. i went to go c u dis mornin.. i was talkin 2 u.. i wish u coulda talked back... love n miss u babby rods

We still miss and think bout you everyday..

~LiL NaNi~

BABII ROD UR ALWAYS IN MY HEART R.I.P I LOVE YOOHZ

apodaca

Rod, we are having a cinco de mayo show at lunch at CAL on May 2nd, Friday. We are going to have a small car show and booths set up by AVID students about college. I know you would have made it and been the star- showing these young ones whats up. I'd like to do a bio on you at the show if its ok with your family. Im gonna go by ur house this weekend to talk with your parent about it. I pray for your family and friends. Love and RESPECT to you Rod

Still missing you but I know you are in paradise :)

anonymous

HEY BABYBOY JUST THINKING OF YOU

anonymous

HEY KIDDO JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE TRULY MISSED BY US WE THINK OF YOU ALWAYS,AND YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS EVERYNITE, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. WE LOVE YOU BABYBOY ALWAYS

hey just letting you know we miss you

Cousin Theresa Rodriguez :)

Hey cousin, just sitting at work thinking about you. Just wanted to stop by and show you some LOVE!! Miss you and your big smile :) Please continue to watch over your parents, brothers, and loved ones as they need you. Fly like an angel cousin! Forever in my heart XOXO, Theresa Rodriguez

anonymous

just thinking about you. god bless♥

cRiS

THINKIN OF U EVERYDAY! MISS U S0 MUCH LiL R0Di...

love

Anonymous

Time flies, miss you Rodi.

anonymous

Hey Rod, just wanted to come by and say hi. I hope everythings good up there, probably alot better than whats going on down here but of course you know that. Stay watching over everyone. One love

"Anonymous"

Hey Rod and Gina, I am glag that this page is back up I miss reading all the wonderfull things that everyone had to say about Lil Rod we all miss him so much. We think of you often Take Care

anonymous

HEY KIDDO MISSING YOU ALOT,BUT I KNOW YOU A LOOKING DOWN ON US AND TAKE CARE OF EVERYONE.YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND LIVE FORENER IN OUR HEARTS.

Lupe (~_~)

Hi Rodi, just wanted to drop a few lines your way and let you know that WE think about YOU ALWAYS...Darius is playing t-ball for the Oakland A's and wears #10...i heard that back in your baseball days, you may have wore the same number...WE MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH...LOTS OF LOVE FROM ALL OF US (~_~)...Keep smiling that BEAUTIFUL smile (~_~)

Dearest Rodi,

The concert was GREAT! It was extremely hard not to cry when Kanye was performing. His whole CD reminds me of you and I had to fight back tears (Although some escaped) :) It’s so different without you here. I’m telling you there is something missing from everyone. It’s still soo hard to believe.
I went to visit you the other day and Darius was like, “I know why Jesus took him, he took him because it was almost his birthday and he wanted some cake.” I was like I don’t know Darius, only Jesus knows. (But you can’t help but smile). It’s the truth though, I don’t know Rodi. I wish I did, but I don’t. All I know is that you left us too soon. The memories help, but they don’t bring you back.

I know you’re watching over us, waiting, smiling and hoping we make the right decisions. I’ll be missing you until that day comes!

anoynomous

MISSING YOU MORE THAN ANYONE COULD IMAGINE.....

DeNiSe CRuZ

Lil Rod.. just thinking of you and all the wonderful things you did in your life.Always making everything look so easy. You were so smart and such a kind lovable person.. i am so blessed to have known you!! Your always in my prayers and in my heart may you rest in peace until we meet again Love you..

anonymous

r.i.p fam bam bro we all miss you and hope you looking down on us we still remember all the things you did for us and helped us wen we struggled god bless fam take care.rest.in.paradise see you at the gates

rod

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Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you daily SUNSHINE. My heart aches for your absence. Come see me in my dreams. I love you Lil Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. Adriana and Valentina.

Estevan

Hey Rod, Just comin by and show u some love cuzin! i think bout u and gramps almost everyday. there's actually not a day that goes i don't think of both u. But i know well see each other again. i know god is takin good care of both you! watch over the family u 2! u 2 will always be in my heart! Yo Cuzin Estevan

Adriana R. Contreras

Happy 4th of July Pumpkin. I just had Valentina's birthday party. Member when I had it last year at Roma's. You came through with a fit. White tank top and orange striped shorts. I miss you dearly. I miss EVERYTHING about you! I love you Lil Rod, yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. xoxox Adriana and your one and only Valentina.

Drove by your house today... i seen you car parked in the driveway... wish YOU would have been the one who drove it there... Your loss hurt a lot ROD. It still hurts. Rest in peace.

MeiShi

Miss you Rodi!

Melinda :)

It's just one of those days Rodi.......... missin’ you like crazy!!
I know you be giving me signs that you’re near :)

Man, I wish you were here with us still.

anonymous

the short time i knew you was good i will always rember you , iwolud like to name a youth game after you called the rodi bowl to be played @christian brothers H.S. anually proceds to your scholarship fund or family., coach, zo

anonymous

I think about you every single day. It hurts just as bad Rod. the void that you left is still felt so stongly here. I pass by your house everyday on my way home from work. Everyday I stare at your house while I wait for the light to turn green. AND every day my heart breaks and I wonder how your family is holding up. It is about to be a year Rod and it still feels like it happened yesterday. My eyes still water when I think of you, my heart still drops when you come to mind, I still get choked up.... just as i did when this happened.... Always gotta try to hurry up and get my mind off you before I breakdown in public. Of all people Rod... you? Still can't believe it. just can't.... I am following the trial online but the info given is so so vague. I pray for justice and for your family. Hopefully, at the very least justice will be served. Its the least that can happen. Missing you everyday Rod....

Felicia

im missing you like crazy!! :'(

Nadine & Joseph

Missing and Thinking about you everyday Rod We love you...

Nadine & Joseph

Missing and Thinking about you everyday Rod We love you...

Melinda

Rodi,
It’s another one of those days. I’ve been listening to that damn boyz to men song.
The words are so true though, “It’s so hard to say Good bye”, “The GOOD times that made us laugh
always come back” and of course, “I thought we’d get to see FOREVER”
Thinking of you makes me soo happy & sad. All I know is that this pain will never, ever go away.
Rod & Gina we know how much you both meant to Rodi and because of that we will ALWAYS be
here for you both. So please know that you can call us anytime for anything.
Rodi, I wish you were here to make those funny faces! :)
I know you are somewhere better, but that doesn’t stop the tears from fallin……

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you baby boy.

Patricia

Hey Rod, Just wanted to let you know that I will never forget you. You were and still are amazing. Its really hard to believe you are really gone, you were so great and did so many great things. Thank you for being an inspiration to me, thanking you for helping me realize that I can achieve my dreams. I really wish you were still here and I could call you for advice. You were always helping everyone and you were doing great things. R.I.P Rodi and I will never forget you. With love and respect, Patricia Sanchez

Moni

Im still speachless every time I come to this website. My heart just saddens at the thought of you not being here on earth. My eyes drown in tears thinking of it all. In exactly one month, its gonna be a year already?! But yet, the memories are still hella fresh in my mind. So so hard to sink it all in. I miss everything. "I love you & always will"
I love you Gina & Big "lil" Rod

Forever thinking of you..

Frank and Martha

Hey LiL Rod just wanted to let you know that we think of you often wish that you were still here. But we know that you are in a better place god is so lucky to have you.

your friend EMD

HEY JUST LETTING YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE STILL IN MY THOUGHTS, YOU ARE AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE BEST, YOUR BIG SMILE AND THE ABILITY TO SEE THE GOOD IN EVERYONE OR AT LEAST GIVE THEM THE CHANCE,YOU ARE THE BEST I KNOW YOU ARE UP THERE WATCHING US AND I KNOW YOU WILL FIND A WAY TO MAKE EVERTHING OK.(I THINK THE WAY YOU ARE YOU WILL PROBALLY TALK TO THE BIG GUY)YOU WERE AND ARE THE BESTLOVE YOU ALWAYS

EMD

HI I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW YOU ARE ALWAYS IN OUR THOUGHTS YOU ARE THE BEST AND ALWAYS WILL BE. YOUR KINDNESS AND YOUR ABILITY TO SEE GOOD IN ALL THE PEOPLE.I REALLY WISH THERE WERE MORE PEOPLE LIKE YOU YOU WERE ONE OF A KIND

Cristina

That Mariah Carey song came on right now and I just hella though of you. I know you seen the haircut that Julian got yesterday :) boy were we getting on him!!! I know you were laughing your a$$ off up there! Well I just wanted to leave you a few lines. We miss you Rod...

Cousins Theresa & Celina XOXO

COUSIN...So it's true, they got this website up and running for ya uh...Well you are thought of by us daily:) We keep you in our prayers and dreams everyday as you do as well. Almost 1 year to the day since you were taken from us:( I know you are up in heaven livin it UP......PLEASE continue to watch over OUR FAMILY & FRIENDS as you are the most perfect angel to be assigned for that. Love you COUSIN always and forever! PS. Guess what...I finally took that JUMP....LOL, XOXOX Cosuin Ru sayd "LOVE you too!!"

Apodaca

Rod, Thanks for inspiring me I am trying my best to carry that passion and pass it on to these new kids I have. You are the best and I miss you. Much love to your family.

Your brother Drew

Bub, I just want to say I love and miss all day long.....Thing just aren't the same. I just can't seem to get my head straight, not that it was ever there.I'm trying, but it so hard to forget, I got a F???ed up memory I'll never forget. But I'm so proud of what you have did with your life and for what you have accomplished in life, you are a roll model to a lot of people. And we will try are hardest to keep it that way...... "Drew"

Your brother Drew

Hey My Little Snickers (Rod) this is your brother Drew. I just want you to know how much I miss you and not a day goes by the this doesn't kill me not being able to see or hear your voice. Life is just not the same without you. P.S. I TRIED TO SAVE AND HELP YOU BRO..... I LOVE AND MISS YOU "DREW" http://mi-cache.legacy.com/UserContent/GuestBook/Photos/2008-09/26129047.jpg

Melinda

We MISS our Rodi..........

If tears could build a stairway

& memories a lane

I'd walk right up to heaven

& bring you home again

Adriana R. Contreras

It was a real good day. Thanks for allowing us to come together for such a loving reason. You will always be with us. I love you. xooxoo, I love you. Adriana and Valentina

TJ Celina & Boys

Just wanted to tell you we love you & miss you & your lil cousin JUJU is already following in your foot steps in second grade and was the first in this school year to get accepted into the Mesa program this year. My son and i'm sure so many look up to you and im so proud to have known you and to be a part of such a wonderful family its one day to the year that we lost you and not a day goes by where we dont think of you luv you Cousin xoxox

Fee

DAMN i miss you!! like crazy.. so many things i never got to say that i know you hear at night when im talkin to you.. love ya little roddy..

Ron

Man oh man...can't believe how time has progressed...still missing you man, sharing the warm stories of your presence and kindness...you were the only person i've ever felt was just like me and now I am still at a loss for words in your absence. I'm going to continue to keep your family in my prayers and know that we will meet and joke and smile once again...in paradise...

love ya man,

Ron

Lupe and Larry Sr.

Rodi, one year ago and the tears still continue to fall. We MISS YOU, YOUR smile (~_~), YOUR presence....EVERYTHING..WE think about YOU ALWAYS. Reserve a table for US in GOD's presence because YOU know there are alot of US waiting to see YOU again. ALL OUR Love...Keep Smiling

Mom and Dad

A year ago today you were taken from us ,we miss you like no one can ever know, the pain is unbareable at times but we think about your accomplishments you had made in a very short time which felt like a lot to you ,you gave up and sacrificed alot of your time for your education,we are so proud of you,your attending Berkeley and recieving the Buck Scholarship was the BIGGEST thing anyone in our family had ever done and it meant more because you were our son the one everyone can't forget because of the heart you had for people,the talent you showed yourself and the pride you had when you looked over every hair cut you did to make sure it was your best, they looked like a 'Shiney' new penny your dad would say before they left,you learned alot from your dad he is a great Father, he miss's you so much and I can't stop his pain,no one can....your brothers are good brothers who care deeply for you,your safe from those karate belts they used to tie you up with (those brats) the girls are so big now Emily walks,talks she likes to go bye-bye,Evangeline is in the 2nd grade now their both smart like their Tio Roddi they to think of you often.Well son until are next meeting i'll have a white cake (home made never store bought)for you at the gates......love you forever Mom & Dad

Adriana R. Contreras

Hey baby boy. Time passes right by us. I can remember today one year ago like it was yesterday. I can remember exactly what I did that day. I can remember what I made for dinner and what movie I was watching. Our lives have forever been changed since Sunday, September 16, 2007. I hope for brighter days and many more smiles. You will always be with me. On my mind. in my heart and with my soul. I miss you daily Lil Rod. I will continue to brag about how "MY COUSIN graduated from Berkeley". You know we have the CAL stickers on the back on the cars representing for YOU. I love you yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. See you in my dreams. Adriana

Jasmyne & Tiya

Rodi, your parents and brothers are stronger than I could ever be. I still can't beleive this happened to you let alone that it's already been a year. Wow... Rodi, Thank you for always treating me like "Jasmyne" and not "Andy's Ex", I appreciate it more than you will ever understand or know. It's hard to stay neutral when people break up, but somehow you manged to do so. You always kept it real, that's a very rare quality in people. You had a lot of qualities that are rare in most people... Thank you for being so wonderful with Tiya and she knows her "Uncle Rodi is in heaven with God." She points you out in pictures or when she hears your name she always says"Mommy, that's my Uncle Rodi." I am truly sorry that you are gone and I think of you everyday. I pray for you and your family, friends, etc.... I hope that my fades, line-ups, tapers, ceasars, etc. will one day be as good as yours...but I know that won't happen because you were the greatest. Thanks for just being you and keep smiling down because we all miss it... Rest In Paradise Rodi, we miss you! Much respect to you and your family and friends who are missing and loving you all the time...

Benje Williams

Rod

lil homey

lil bro

I can't believe

it's been over a year

since the world has been blessed

with your

expression

your compassion

your vision your

inspiration

I can only imagine

how much Heaven brightened

the day you arrived

I can only dream

of the perfection you completed

when you dipped through the gates

but without you

the world is

Berkeley lacks inspiration

Sacramento cries for hope

New York prays for community

you're missed more than even

death itself could prove

you’re loved more than even

the best artist could groove

time diminished

the franchisement of Rod’s Cuts

the transformation of Oak Park

the tutoring of Ms Crowleys’ students

through college

during your lifetime

but your lifetime

however short

inspires

thousands

to dream

to dream your dream

to live your dream

to share your dream

with the next

lil Rod

the next

lil homey

the next

lil bro

so your legacy

lives on

forever

Melinda

Rodi,

September 16, 2007, (the worst day of my life), I replay it in my head, from the phone call, the scene, the police station….Everything was going in slow motion, I couldn’t feel anything….

I remember calling your dad and asking him what hospital they took you to. It didn’t even cross my mind that he never told me, because I would have NEVER imagined that this would happen to you, not Rodi.

Unfortunately, time has not healed this wound. You leaving us like this was unexpected, it cut too deep. I try to think of it as you were being offered Paradise or here, and who would pass that up, right? Either way we hate that you had to leave us. You are brought up in every conversation we have Rodi; you will FOREVER be a part of us.

We love and Miss you everyday!!

YOUR SISTER IN-LAW AMBER

Hey rodi we got the letters you have been sending and thanks for hiding my rent check among other things:) We miss you sooooo much words cannot describe the loss drew feels and i cannot even empathise with him. I LOVE YOU.

LOVE,

YOUR SISTER IN-LAW

Bro Drew

Hey lil bro,

I'm just sitting here thinking of you.... This still seems like a dream to me, I'm asleep and still haven't woke up. I miss you so much .... I wish we would have spent more time together..... To see you one more time.

Just 1 minute is all I ask for... to give you a hug and tell you how much I love you for being my brother.. NOT SEE YOU LATER..... SEE YOU SOON

cousin rich

Hey Rodie i still wishing this i just a bad dream every time i pass by the house and i see your car out there i say roddogs back and everythings all right now that he's back but then it hit's me and that piece of my heart is gone again but i know your still with me and one day will see each other again you'll FOREVER BE IN MINE AND MY KIDS HEARTS and i'll always let therm know about thier older cousin. LOVE YOU ALWAYS COUSIN RICH

cousine "theepee"

Hey Rodie im siting hear and wishing like every one els that this is all just a bad dream. And we would just all wake up and this will all be over. But we cant some of us sit hear greaving some days thinking what other great acompishments you would of made to this mess up world that you made better..every time i see you car i all ways think Oooo Rodie's back in town from Berkly bt then i relize and i cach my self its not rilly you...i no that you are still hear with all of us guiding and helping us through the ruf times we mite have "it was the most special thing about you"....sometimes i gaze in the sky imaging you walking thrugh those golden gates and hopuing one day that we will be walking rite be side you but until then..

we all miss you and love you!

Adriana R. Contreras

Lil Rod, I miss you more and more everyday. I miss everything from her bottom lip always hanging to seeing you cut hair all day. I love you yesterday, today, tomorrow and always..Adriana

Cristina

We STILL miss you everyday lil Rod.

Nadine & JoJo

Happy Halloween Rod

Missing and thinking about you every single day...

We love you

Melinda

Hey Rodi,

I can still see your face and that "Smile".

& the jokes-neverending!

Gina & Rod, I know its been awhile. Know that we love you both very much.

As always if you need anything you can call us anytime.

Love,

Melinda, Bubba, Darius & Niyah

...

Hey cuzzin jst wanted to say hi and miss u.. i wish u were here EVERYONE really needs u, ur smile ur kind heart. Love u.. thinking of u everyday

missing u everyday love u Roddi

Apo

Thank you Rod. You affected me so deeply. I try every day to do my best to help these kids. You have inspired me so much, I thank you.

Adriana R. Contreras

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say... but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you." It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man. God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me. Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author) ©Copyright 1998-2008

M. ELIAS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

MacHeyRon

another year older tomorrow...man oh man...i pulled out my rims today...still need some tires...we definitely miss ya man and know you are in a better place...

Mom and Dad

Happy Birthday Baby Boy,your now 23 your favorite number.we're celebrating today in honor of you, family and friends will gather at Dre's with food and drinks we miss you dearly everyday that big bright smile and your quite laugh.we love you babe and always will. love Mom and Dad

Nadine

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday Dear Rodi Happy Birthday to you! Love and Miss you Nadine and JoJo

Cristina and Jimmy

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIL ROD! WE'RE STILL MISSING YOU!

SMG

Happy Birthday Roddi. We still think of u everyday and everyday were missing u. I wish everything was so different it hurts so bad. Love u

Adriana R. Contreras

Happy 23rd Birthday Sunshine. Loving you always. Valentina and Adriana

Happy late birthday..Miss u everyday!

EMD

BOY YOU ARE SO MISSED,YOUR SMILE, YOUR KIND AND FORGIVING HEART,JUST KNOWING YOU WERE IN THIS EARTH, EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU.BUT YOU ARE STILL PART OF EVERYONES LIFE, I JUST WISH THAT EVERYONE WAS LIKE YOU,YOU HAD A FORGIVING HEART AND NO MATTER WHAT YOU ALWAYS STOOD BY EVERYONE, TO BAD GOD DIDN'T MAKE MORE LIKE YOU. I HOPE ONE DAY EVERYONE WILL REALIZE IF THEY REALLY WANT TO HONOR YOU, THEY WOULD LIVE LIKE YOU AND LIVE BY YOUR GOLDEN RULE AND BE THE BEST AND SEE THE BEST IN ALL THE WAY YOU DID.AND LEARN FORGIVENESS. WE CAN ONLY WISH.WELL BABYBOY KEEP ON SMILING CAUSE YOU ARE STIL THE BEST YESTERDAY, TODAY AND TOMORROW..... FOREVER

Apo

Merry Xmas Rod and Family. You have forever changed my life, and therefore those around me. You are my son's role model.

Nadine

Merry Christmas Rod, Missing and Thinking about you everyday... Jojo says Merry Christmas aswell We love you Nadine and JoJo

SMG

Merry Christmas cuzzin

Mom and Dad

Merry Christmas baby boy we're having chicken this Christmas your favorite,your always in our thoughts and prayers today,tomorrow and always love mom and dad

M.Elias

Merry Christmas Rod !!!!!

Adriana R. Contreras

Merry Christmas baby boy.

Adrien, Gia, Jaden

Merry Christmas Lil Rod !!!!!!

Adriana R. Contreras

Happy New Year baby boy.

Mom and Dad

Happy New Year Baby Boy another year without you is another year of tears.boy how we miss you...........

Nadine

Happy New Year Rod another year of missing you but another year closer to see'n you again.... Missing and thinking about you Love Nadine and JoJo

M.Elias

Happy New Year Rod !!!!

Adriana R. Contreras

Just wanted to tell you that I'm thinking about you baby boy. Always do. I run into constant reminders of you. I see CAL everywheres. Bumper stickers, license plate frames, shirts, sweaters, hats, beenies, pants, key holders. Just everywhere.

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you everyday!!

Theresa Perez

Thinking about you cousin...Miss ya!

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you baby boy!!

Nadine & JoJo

Good Morning, Thinking and Missing you Rod

Adriana R. Contreras

I just heard your voice right now and my heart just stop beating. It became total silence. I haven't heard it in a while. All I can see is your pretty smile. I love you and miss you.

Evangeline

WE lOVE AND MISS YOU WE'RE SORRY SOMETHING HAPPENED TO YOU.

EMD

HEY I KNOW YOU SEE EVERYTHING THAT IS GOING ON, AND YOU CANT HELP BUT BE DISAPOINTED IN EVERYONE, SORRY FOR THE WAY EVERYONE IS ACTING, YOU WOULD BE MAD AT EVERYONE AND THOSE WHO LOVED YOU SHOULD KNOW THAT BUT WHAT CAN WE DO? I WILL TRY TO BE LIKE YOU AND NOT TURN MY BACK ON THOSE WHO NEED ME, AND KNOW THAT THERE IS A REASON FOR EVERYTHING THAT HAPPENS AND NOT TRY TO PUT BLAME WHERE IT SHOULDNT BE LOVE YOU BABYBOY. PLEASE TOUCH THE HEART OF OTHERS AND OPEN THIER HEARTS.

Rod's mom

On friday the 6th of feb, half of justice was served for Roddi,we found out the truth to what started this whole tradegy we have all suffered from, but some people they aren't grown up enough to admit thier own fault in the desisions THEY make in life, it is easier to put blame on someone else.Rod loved everyone regardless of their choices in their life style, but he was the one that payed the price,yes it is painful everyday that he is not with us physically but his spirirt lives on with all of us.We wish no suffering to any parent like we have. Rod was a wonderful young man who was caring,kind,funny and very intelligent we miss him dearly.Roddi until March 16th your justice will pervail.

M Elias

Rod and Gina our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and justice will pervail. We think of you and little Rod often and just can't belive this happened to him I wish that we could be talking with him instead of writing about him sometimes life is not fair so we should all cherish the time we have together with our loved ones. Love You Guys and see you soon.

Cousin Theresa

Just thinking of you cousin. Alysia I were wishing you were here to help her out in math becasue she sure does need it. We miss you and think about you daily when it shines. XOXO

Nadine & JoJo

Happy Valentine's Day Missing and Thinking about you.....

Mom and Dad

Happy Valentines Day Baby Boy,Much love and many tears to follow,we miss you today, tomorrow and forever.

Adriana R. Contreras

Happy Valentine's Day baby boy. I love you always. XOXOXO Adriana and Valentina

Cris

Dear Rod, Gina, Dre and Drew: We want you to know what we think of you and lil Rod everyday day. All the kids in the neighborhood are always wearing something that represents Rod - a hat with this name on it, a CAL sweatshirt, once of those poins that was handed out at his anniversary... always wearing something. We pray that you continue to have the strength that has held you up for this long.... We would give anything to have Rod back but we will settle for justice being served.... March 16th --> we will be praying.

Adriana R. Contreras

Lil Rod, Valentina was asking for you last night. She asked when you are coming back? I told her that she would see you in her dreams. It just breaks my heart for my child to be asking and thinking about you all the time. I know talking and thinking about you is a good thing but sometimes I get too choked up where I can't say anything. We miss you always. I love you Lil Rod. Adriana

Adriana R. Contreras

02/26/02. Lil Rod, today is 7 years that Abuelo left. I know you are with him and he is now taking care of you. I will see you both in my dreams. I miss you both dearly. XOXO Adriana. My 2 morenos.

Apodaca

There were alot of kids who heard your story at he Talent Show. They came up to me and wanted to be a part of what you are about. Even in your absence, you are a force of good and real change. I will never stop fighting for your dreams.

EMD

HEY THERE KIDDO, HOW'S LIFE UP THERE TREATING YOU? DOWN HERE WELL WHAT CAN I SAY I KNOW YOU SEE ALL. WELL JUST WANTED TO DROP BY AND SAY HI, AND ASK YOU TO PLEASE KEEP EVERYONE SAFE. YOU KNOW WHO AND WHERE THEY NEED YOUR GU ARDIAN ANGEL SERVICES.KNOW THAT YOU ARE ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS TILL WE SEE YOU AT THE CROSSROADS LOVE YOU

Adriana R. Contreras

Miss you Sunshine.

MISS YOU MORE AND MORE EVERY SINGLE DAY.

Theresa Perez

Thinking of you!!

jbn

THe 16th is just around the corner please help your family be strong and help them be peparred for all they ugly that is gonna come out they will hear stuff that is gonna hurt

Mom & Dad

Good morning baby boy,it's a year and a half today since you were taken from us and there's not a day that goes by that we don't feel your loss,alot has happened since your death,family and friends have passed away your uncle Nano,Ron's dad we know they are with you in heaven,we also have your Legacy List of volunters (91) who signed up that will help with your events to keep your dreams alive.YOU MAYBE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.love today,tomorrow and forever

Jbn

I was there I know you where there too , I could feel you sitting there in the front role,holding your moms hand, keep blessing your family with your sprirt, you make all the diffence.

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you.

Mom and Dad

FYI: We are having our second attempt on the Oak Park Library we are gathering this Sat March 28th @ 11:00a.m. in front of the library.Everyone is invited to show support to one of Roddi's many dreams for the kids.If possible banners and signs are welcome.Thank You so much to all of you who show the love and support to Rod's dreams we deeply appreciate it.

Rodriguez-Contreras Family

Hey cousin roddy thinking of you and remembering when we had that dance contest and I won a dollar, you were dancing so silly, it was lots of fun.We all love you and miss you very much.

Valencia Rodriguez

Hey cousin Roddy I miss you and just wish that this had never happened. I was just amazed about you have acomplished through your life. You are a smart and sweet guy. I mean it you are really smart and that smartness will never go away from you because you had a future which was to be a teacher. And I bet that you would make a great one. I just wanted to say that I will always love you and miss you. REMEMBER THAT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE WITH ME NO MATTER WHAT. R.I.P cousin Roddy xxxxxxxxxxoooooooooo! I am trying really hard to get good grades like you did and go to Berkley like you too you made it seem real easy but it is not. HOW DID YOU DO IT? I LLLLOOOOVVVVVVEEEE YOOOOOOOUUUU!

Valencia Rodriguez

Good morning cousin roddy I hope you had a good night sleep I did but I didnt go to sleep till 1am. I really had fun at Uncle Rod and Aunt Gina's (dad mom's) house. I hung out with moni she is really cool fun to hang out with. DONT FORGET I MISS YOU!

Mom and Dad

We would like to Thank everyone who showed up to support the Library on Sat it was a good turn out,Rod was wacthing from above with that bright sunshine smile, we love you Roddi.

coach zo

hey rod only knew you for a short time liked what i saw, the loss of you has affected so many i lost my shop there is so much hurt, the truth is finally about to come out, when all is said and done i would like to host a annual youth bowl game @ christrian bros h.s. in memory of you with proceeds going to your familys choice ,maybe call it the Rodi bowl.hope your enjoying heaven!

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you baby boy.

Rod's Parents

For anyone interested in "working for Rod" would have to go through MESA (Ms.Crowder) it is located on the tribute page.We had a list that was out during Rod's services and now have 91 volunteers so far, but we do have alot of projects ahead of us so any support is appreciated.Thanks for asking.

Nadine & JoJo

Happy Easter Rod Missing and Thinking about you..

Adriana R. Contreras

I was looking at some pictures of you today. All I see is a glow in your eyes and in your smile. Valentina and I miss you dearly. We love you SUNSHINE. Loving you yesterday,today, tomorrow and always.

Cousin Theresa

Thinking of you cousin!! XOXO

smg

missin u everyday. i know ur always here with us, watchin over her. i love u forever

EMD

HEY, I WISH YOU WERE HERE BUT EVERY NIGHT I LOOK UP IN THE SKY, I SEE A VERY BRIGHT STAR AND I KNOW IT IS YOU WATCHING OVER US KEEP IT UP YOU KNOW WE NEED YOU LOVE YOU BABBYBOY NOW AND ALWAYS

Missin you always. Such a GREAT man.... *WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU ROD*

Mr. Apodaca

Rod, I will always try to do my best with these kids in honor of you. I think we would have mad a great team. Maybe you would have had me work on some great project or something. Throughout history many of the greatest people have left too early.... I can only assume that when God takes someone like you there is a reason. There is no doubt you are amongst the greatest. Some may have been more famous, more wellknown, but what you did and how you did it places you in the category of a real "hero." You loved your community, your family, you loved life. You were so thoughtful, never jealous, you wanted others to succeed. Thank you Rod and Gina for being the great parents that gave us this gift.

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you baby boy..

Mom

Hi baby boy,miss you and love you today tomorrow and always.Important days ahead of us son but we will be strong for you.

Ron

Hey man...Time for me to pull out my ole clippers and try to line myself up for big day tomorrow...miss you man...love ya

Moni

I hella miss you everyday. The dreams I have with you in them are so real it makes me so sad when I wake up to reality. I can't wait until justice is served, eventhough that won't bring you back. Its weird and sooo hard for me to write things like this because never in a million years would I think someone as close to me how you were would have this happen to them...I love you & your family uncondiontionally & will always be here for them as they know....I love you Gina & "Big lil Rod"...best parents anyone could ever ask for. See u guys again this week.

We miss you lil Rod and we hope that justice will be served. Rod, Gina, Dre and Drew, we are parying for you guys also.

Anonymous

Rod and Gina

Thank You Anonymous for giving our heart and soul the hug we needed today....God Bless You

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you...

Can't wait til justice is served. We miss u.

cuzn sammy

i miss you man,but you know that.im tryn to do good.i love you cuzn and i will c you again

Nadine & JoJo

We Miss and Think about you everyday. Love you

Rodrigo Rodriguez

Hey Bro, i dont know you and you dont know me, but we share in a Great Name. In searching my own/our name i came across this wonderful tribute page to you. I felt i just had to leave a comment. These people here that have left many wonderful thought love you very much. I live in Canada but im from Chile. peace bro!!!

Anonymous (Full Version)

CousinTheresa

I was thinking about you and wanted to drop a little line to say so. Soon cousin....soon! Hugs & kisses always & 143!

C.B.

I dreamt about you last night. You were in Berkley and we went to visit you. Your mom was downstairs making breakfast for everyone. It broke my heart when I woke up. Miss you.

Adriana R. Contreras

Looking at those videos takes me back to that place at that time and I don't never want to feel that way again. I try real hard to speak of you without having tears come to my eyes. Sometimes it doesn't seem true that you are gone. But I will see you again. In my dreams. Valentina and I miss you dearly. We love you Lil Rod. Yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. Love, Adriana

just me you know who

Its me babyboy, I hope that tomorrow brings justice 4 you and that the jury has made the right decision. It would be very f#@@!d up if he walks, I will pray for the right out come. Miss you so much please keep watching out for those who need you.Always in our thoughts

CRiS

miss u

Anonymous

GUILTY!!
Even though it won't bring you back or stop the pain, I'm content with the verdict.
WE love you & Miss you dearly.

Justice was served today. It was bitter-sweet, it won't bring you back BUT it was still a great outcome. We miss you dearly lil Rod. To the Rodriguez family, may you sleep a little better tonight. You are and always will be in my prayers.

EMD

THANK GOD!!!!! NOW WHAT? ALL THESE WASTED LIFES OF OUR YOUNG MEN, WHEN WILL IT STOP? HOPEFULLY GINA AND ROD CAN FIND SOME PEACE NOW. GOD BE WITH US ALL.

Nadine and JoJo

Justice was served, Rod you are so important to so many people everyone that see's or hears about you knows what a great person you were. This has been a long sad journey, thinking about you daily. We Love You Rodi

Anonymous

There isn't really any words for approving Justice. I wish I could say "congratulations" or "He got what he deserves". But there is still nothing good about it. Another kid from the streets is going to prison, and a man with so much potential is gone. Its still been a sad 2 years but I'm truly grateful that justice has been served, and I hope that Rod finds a little more peace now.

Brother "Drew"

Hey bro, We got Justice for you Thursday. "GUILTY" But it's still not going to bring you back but I hope It makes you some what happy up there where ever you are. This has been the hardest 2 years of my life bro, I miss you so much it hurts to think and see pictures of you bro but it's all I got. I never knew how much I loved you bro until you were took from me. Sometimes I wished it was me. The pain is unbelievable. I LOVE YOU MY LIL SNICKERS "SEE YOU SOON"

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you baby boy.

Rod's Parents

Hello everyone,as you know we reached a verdict on June 18th,2009 and the Judge has allowed us ( family and friends) to write a "Letter Of Impact" on how Roddi's death has effected your life.These letters will be read by the Judge prior to the sentencing day July 17th,2009,if you choose to write a letter please send it to the following address: Teena Maness Senior Deputy Probation Officer Sacramento County Probation Department Adult Court Services Division Adult Investigations 711 E Street Sacramento, Ca 95814 And Thank You again for all your love and support. Mom & Dad

Aguirre Family

We are grateful for the verdict,however,frustrated that you were so pointlessly,brutally,taken. We were not as close as one would have liked,but we still share the same blood. You were so beautifully great,yet humble. I pray you are in the caring arms of our grandfather,Maya, and our grandmother. I am so sorry for my uncle Rod,Gina,and your loving brothers.You are so missed,and will always be loved by so many. I think about you,Maya,and grandma. Gloria Perla

Rod's parents

FYI..... for those who are submitting a Impact letter the last day to send one is this Friday the 10th of July.The info with the address is located on the Web page.And also at the request of the Probation Dept. when signing your name at the end of the letter please ONLY sign your first name no other info is needed because these letter will remain with the prison facility.Thank You

Adriana R. Contreras

07/14/09 - I miss you baby boy.

Nadine and JoJo

We miss and love you Rod,

MeiShi

Always && Forever in our hearts. <3

Your Friend

Rodi,
Thank you soooo much for visiting me last night. It was so real, yet unreal. I’m so glad that I got the chance to talk to you & to see you again. I just couldn’t stop looking at you, I was in complete awe. You were just smiling & talking away as if nothing had ever happened. But reality sinks in & when I opened my eyes, you were gone. I’ll never forget what we talked about and I’m glad that you cleared some things up for me.
Thinking about you always!!!!

Adriana R. Contreras

I look at your picture everyday in my living room. I miss you dearly. Loving you yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. Adriana

We miss you so much. Always will.

Adriana R. Contreras

I miss you baby boy.

Alma

im very glad i met you playing football side by side lol even though i was the only girl on the team you never gave me any problems lol and then in middle school omg how all my friends liked you lol they always told me hook me up with your cousin and i just laugh man i miss you and the day when i found out and went to your house it broke me i hugged your dad and as soon as i did he started to cry and so did i man you where took way to soon but at least i can say i knew you enjoyed life and where very happy.

Rodi, I can’t believe the news I heard yesterday. I have no words. We miss you dearly and continue to think about you everyday. Personally, I keep trying to be a better person as a tribute to you. Until we meet in heaven…

still thinking of u everyday. missing u like crazy i cant believe its almost been 2 years. its all still so clear. i love u and always will

Michele

You're forever in our hearts Rodi. We think of you on a daily basis. 'Our Shinin' Star, 2 Good 4 Earth You Are.' <33

Theresa

2 years....Just looking at your picture....your smile and warmth just feels my heart cousin. Miss you and think about you all the time=] The other day I had my brothers kids over and they heard me say your name, all of them said "who my cousin"...its just so sweet that the lil ones remember you and we will make sure of it that they always do. 143 XOXO

Adriana R. Contreras

09/16/09 - Today, 2 years ago our lives were changed forever. I miss you SUNSHINE.. Always loving you baby boy. Adriana

Two years ago today, we lost such an AMAZING man. Rest in peace Rod. We miss you dearly and never will forget you.

Michele

Hey Rod, well it's been two years since you were taken away from us.Not a day goes by that I dont think about what had happen to you.You really made a impact on others.Baby Eric or should I say lil Eric still wears shirts that have your pictures on it to bed like every other night.Even though their pretty short on him now.:)Hopefully every year this pain we feel gets alittle easier on everyone who loves you.Even though today im sad I"d happy to put a smile on my face cuz as you know today is lil Frankie b-day.Please continue to watch over him and my son.They know and remenber you are their Tio and Eric's family along with myself will always let them know how much you loved them. See you soon

Apodaca

Your example is still being followed by many, many of our kids in our community. Thank you Rod. We will continue to fight for your dreams.

miss you

Adriana R. Contreras

Every opportunity I get I always talk about you in one way or another. Your # 1 Promoter.. I love you baby boy.

Adriana R. Contreras

Thinking bout you...

mom

It's been so hard lately,I think of you always and feel the pain from the loss of your presence,I don't know how much more I can handle.I try to keep positive and try to keep your dreams and legacy going but it gets difficult at times.I look in your room and lay on your bed it's still the same way since Sept.16th just your not there and won't be sleeping or returning any time soon,I miss so much and I pray this pain will go away.I love you baby boy today,tomorrow and always come visit me sometime.love mom

Benje

missin you mayne............

Hey rod, You don't really know me we have met a couple times because you know my sister chita and her bestfriend moni. Well I just wanted to stop by and say everything you have done you inspire me to be just like you I go to johnson myself I'm apart of leadership and recently a topic came up of where does our money for the halloween carnival go? Were giving back to the community so it would go to a local charity. Everyone was thinkning hospitals and shelters and I was thinkning rod wanted to give back to the communtiy also so I'm like hmm I wonder if we could give it to his fund... So everyone starts to vote for the hospital and stuff its like 15 votes for hospital and like 7 votes for a local shelter then they say alright who wants the rodrigo rodriguez one? And everyone is like what who is that? what did he do for us? So I start to explain everything like how you wanted to open the libary and gave free haircuts how you got the buck scholarship and how their is a scholarship named after you rod like you don't know by the time I was done I had almost everyone change their vote so in the end you got our vote the money we earn will go to your scholarship or libary. My advisor just has to contact your family or ms crowder. Don't worry rod you won't ever be forgotten you were a leader and you will stay alive. Hopefuly a lot of people turn out for the carnival because the money does go back to you. well rod ima cut this short until next time watch over all of us and keep us safe. Love you. By the way the carnival is at hiram johnson on oct 30. From 5-8 hope to see you all there.

anonymous

Hey rod, You don't really know me we have met a couple times because you know my sister chita and her bestfriend moni. Well I just wanted to stop by and say everything you have done you inspire me to be just like you I go to johnson myself I'm apart of leadership and recently a topic came up of where does our money for the halloween carnival go? Were giving back to the community so it would go to a local charity. Everyone was thinkning hospitals and shelters and I was thinkning rod wanted to give back to the communtiy also so I'm like hmm I wonder if we could give it to his fund... So everyone starts to vote for the hospital and stuff its like 15 votes for hospital and like 7 votes for a local shelter then they say alright who wants the rodrigo rodriguez one? And everyone is like what who is that? what did he do for us? So I start to explain everything like how you wanted to open the libary you gave free haircuts how you got the buck scholarship and how their is a scholarship named after you rod like you don't know by the time I was done I had almost everyone change their vote so in the end you got our vote the money we earn will go to your scholarship or libary. My advisor just has to contact your family or ms crowder. Don't worry rod you won't ever be forgotten you were a leader and you will stay alive. Hopefuly a lot of people turn out for the carnival because the money does go back to you. well rod ima cut this short until next time watch over all of us and keep us safe.. By the way the carnival is at hiram johnson on oct 30. From 5-8 hope to see you all there.

apodaca

Wishing peace for you and your family. You will always be with me and my family. My son's name is offically Jonny Rodrigo Apodaca in honor of you.

anonymous

hi rod, well we raised $1020 for your scholarship fund the carnival was a success that might not be alot of money but its the thought that counts right? thank you for those that came out and supported.

Hiram Johnson's Students

We are Rodrigo's parents and we can not Thank You guys enough for your big hearts to decide to donate your funds to our son's fund,it meant so much to us as it does to him.When we lost Rod our world fell apart, we try to keep his memory and his legacy alive and with your help we are able to do that,this donation will go towards a student winning one of his Scholarships, that is what Rod was about, giving everyone no matter who or where your from the chance to go to college.No one should be left behind or denied a education.Sincerly Thank You The Rodriguez Family

anonymous

Miss you Rod. I'm glad the students of Hiram Johnson did that for you. It felt good to see that post on this site. Thanks Johnson students!

Adriana R. Contreras

11/12/09 - Missing you baby boy.

Theresa Perez

Thinking about you and your ways. Picture your smile... I feel like I have been seeing it around everywhere. You know us Rodriguez's have that BIG smile=] Miss you cousin!!!!XOXO

Brother Drew

Whats up bro! Well I just got out of jail again. but I was Thinking of you everyday in there. Things are kind of F??ked up right now for me, a lot of S??t going wrong. Maybe you can help me out a little. Well I love and miss you a lot bro, still hard to let go of what happened to you so help me get through the holidays without you.

Drew:

I can't even begin to imagine the pain you feel. I know its a lot easier said then done but remember that we all have our hard times but if you keep your head up and focus on the positive things, no matter how small they may be, you will be ok and you will make Rod proud. Bless you and your family. I hope for the best for you.

We are so luck to have met such and amazing person. We love and miss you.

Michele

Missing You. Thinking of you always. Forever in our hearts. <3

Adriana R. Contreras

12/08/09 - Missing you Sunshine..

Adriana R. Contreras

12/14/09 - Happy Birthday baby boy. Missing and loving you yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. xoxoxo

Mom and Dad

Happy Birthday baby boy,I know your having a big celebration in heaven wish we could be there with you but we will celebrate here for you too with family,with your favorite pizza from luigi's and your one and only homemade white cake.(; Think of us as we're always thinking of you.Love you today,tomorrow and forever.

Cousin Theresa 12/14/09

Happy Birthday cousin!!!! I know you are having the best of the best parties up in heaven! Smiles all around for u!!!!! XOXO

Michele<3

Happy Birthday Rodi!

We missed you yesterday. We always do though. Happy belated birthday Rod :)

Adriana R. Contreras

12/25/09 - Merry Christmas baby boy. Loving you always.

Adriana R. Contreras

01/01/2010 - Happy New Year Lil Rod..Always thinking about you..

Zac

Happy new years! We all miss u down here! It sure hasnt been the same since you left!

cris

Missing you :)

Troy J McClelland Sr.

I dont know Rod Jr but he look to be a nice young man, my condolences go out to the Rodriguez family may the LORD GOD be the Rodriguez family.

Michele<3

In sac at my parents, thinking about you and feeling sad. We miss you very much Rodi.

Adriana R. Contreras

01/18/10 - I'm thinking about you baby boy.

Adriana R. Contreras

02/03/10 - Missing you..I was thinking yesterday about that time we were at your house and Valentina starting chocking on a dorito. You and Nadine started freaking out. Good times. I love you baby boy..

terra

love you rod.

We love and miss you very much Rod :)

Theresa Perez

Just thinking of your smile....Miss you cousin!

Adriana R. Contreras

03/14/10 - Its been 2 1/2 years baby boy since you left. You're missed everyday. I ran into some pictures of yours from hs. Had to take a big sigh to look through them. Miss you and your ways. I love you lil Rod.. Love, Adriana

JBN

HI babyboy just drop by 2 say hi and let u know we really miss u as u can see we r all ok, just missing u

jbn

ITS ME AGAIN DON'T KNOW Y U R SO MUCH ON MY MIND BUT 2DAY U HAVE BEEN SO HI AGAIN HOPE URE LOOKING DOWN ON US AND KEEPING US SAFE

Jessica V. (Golden Bear)

HEy ROd the other day I was thinking about you! I got into NYU and dude the financial aid sucks, they only gave me loans and I just kept thinking. Why didn't I apply to the scholarship you practically gave me all the info and I just had to get my lazy butt to do it! well Im still going. No $$$ will stop me from completing my dreams. You are a motivation I think of you all the time. 4/17/10

Adriana R. Contreras

04/23/10 - Thinking about you today baby boy.

LFE & Family

Hi Rodi, thinking of you today and wishing you were here to celebrate with US the upcoming events..but WE know YOU are with US in spirit!!!! WE miss YOU!!

JBN

HI KIDDO JUST DROPPED BY 2 SAY HI AND SEE HOW EVERYTHING IS GOING 4 US ITS ALL GOOD JUST MISSING YOU

Nadine & JoJo

Thinking about you constantly. We love you

Adriana R. Contreras

Lil Rod, The scholarship ceremony on Saturday was a nice and honoring moment on your behalf. It was quite a picture seeing your brothers presenting and being so involved. Until next time baby boy. XOXO Adriana

Samantha (sister)

Hi rodi, thinking of you all the time i really wish you was here i love your advice you always gave me. i miss you like crazy i think about you all the time. i cant wait to be up there with you. i miss you and i love you brother. ill try to be good but its guna be hard. <3 samantha (sister)

Meishi

823 always Rodi, the pain never subsides and sometimes I daydream that it never happened && you were still here with us.... Only until reality sets in do i start to feel sadness again. You will forever have a place in my heart... you were more than a friend- you ARE FAMILY. Luv ya lil bro!

Ron

Big Rod...mann its been awhile...still doesnt feel right on campus without ya...miss you bro