Desiderio

Rodriguez

Desiderio Rodriguez, 72, passed away on October 10, 2026, surrounded by family and so much love in his home, after battling his illness for nine years. This was the place that offered him so much peace and serenity. He was our inspiration to give us strength to move forward even in difficult times. It was true when they said God gave his hardest battles to his strongest warriors, because you never quit, Dad. You fought even when your body couldn’t keep up.

Desi was a partner and devoted husband of 47 years, father for 45 years, grandfather for 24 years, and a Hero of a Lifetime!

Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Martha Rodriguez; his children Brittain Rodriguez and Desirae Rodriguez; seven grandchildren, Jadon, Adrian, Alixenia, Alivia, Jayla, Noah and Sophia; one step-sister, Annette Campos and three step-brothers, Fidencio, Joe and Bobby Campos.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Guadalupe Rodriguez, and sister, Rosalinda Scott.

Desi had an amazing heart and did more for others even when he had a lot on his plate. He would talk to everyone even if he didn’t know you and would take the shirt off his own back to help someone in need. Words can’t say enough about the man he was. Kind, caring, generous, resilient, brave, and fierce are to name a few, and so much more.

Desi drove the school bus, where he will always be known for his dark shades and cowboy hat, and got the name “Cowboy”. He loved to work on cars and tractors, loved the farm, and loved being outside in nature. He also loved Harley-Davidsons and old cars.

“Dad, thank you for being everything you could be for us. We will always love you and never forget how much you loved your family and made sure we were taken care of. Fly high and always watch over us.”

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to schllingfuneralhome.com.