Manuela Rodriguez Obituary

He graduated high school & I wish you could have been there... you would be so proud of him. I wish he could have his own memories of you & not the memories I talk to him about. It's been 14 yrs. but I still miss you so much. Please always watch over him & your other grandbabies. Love you.

Always thinking of you, my dearest loving sister. And just to share with you the memories of you, and most precious is that the kids you left behind really show the love that you left for us all to share. See you when I get there.

hi grandma...

i havent talked to you in along while.so nows a good a time as ever..umm well right now im in school...7t period..my open..its really boring...but um not much is new...tonights the opening of my musical..im excited..i made mixed company!!!! im really excited..i hope you okay and everythings going good up their...well i guess i should go do some homework or something...i love you!!!!

Carmen,

We all miss you very much - you were an inspiration to all that knew you and for that we will always be grateful. We never knew anyone that was as strong as you - we only hope that we can be that strong one day. We are expecting our first baby and we will make sure our baby knows all of this about you. We love you, miss you and hope that you are now finding peace. Love always, Kenny, Christy and Baby

It's been already a year, and it seems like your still here. Love always your sister Marg

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Ama, Happy Birthday to you!!!!

Thinking about you today on the day of your birth, knowing that even though your not here with us to celebrate that it's still a day to celebrate your life. The life you had because without this day and all the days that followed we would not have the lives WE LIVE today because you were a part of them. And we live every day with your wisdom. kindness and love always.



Teena

Hi grandma...yesterday was really hard...I mean it was Thanksgiving and i couldnt believe that you weren't here!I really miss you and so does daddy I can tell..shh...but I hope that your feeling better! I loveyou!

Grandma It's been hard without you here even though I know that you really haven't gone away. I really wish you could meet Evan but I will tell him that you are the best and will always be...I love you and miss you, by the way you know that your everywhere in my life...

Mom,

Four years ago today you told me he was the most beautiful baby you had ever seen (something I'm sure you said about each of our babies and all seven of us). Today was the first time that he didn't see or hear from you and it breaks my heart to know that there will be no more calls from Ama to him (or me). You said we would be okay, but you didn't say when or how this will happen. It seems like it's getting harder not easier, but I guess that's what happens when you lose one of the greatest loves of your life. Love you forever.

"After a while you learn the subtle difference

Between holding a hand and chaining a soul,

And you learn that love doesn't mean leaning

And company doesn't mean security,

And you begin to learn that kisses aren't contracts

And presents aren't promises,

And you begin to accept your defeats

With your head up and your eyes open

With the grace of a women, not the grief of a child

And you learn to build all your roads on today

Because tomorrow's ground is too uncertain for plans.

And futures have a way of falling down in midflight.

After a while you learn

That even sunshine burns if you get too much.

So you plant your own garden and decorate your own soul,

Instead of waiting for someone to bring you flowers.

And you learn that you really can endure...

That you really are strong.

And you really do have worth.

And you learn and learn...

With every goodbye you learn"



Happy Mothers Day my sweet teacher. Know that you are loved and always in our minds.

In tears we saw you sinking,

And watched you pass away.

Our hearts were almost broken,

We wanted you to stay.

But when we saw you sleeping,

So peaceful, free from pain,

How could we wish you back with us,

To suffer that again.

It broke our hearts to lose you,

But you did not go alone,

For part of us went with you,

The day God took you home.



If Roses grow in Heaven,

Lord please pick a bunch for me,

Place them in my Mother's arms

and tell her they're from me.

Tell her I Love Her and Miss Her,

and when she turns to smile,

place a kiss upon her cheek

and hold her for awhile.

Because remembering her is easy,

I do it every day,

but there's an ache within my heart

that will never go away.



Don't think of her as gone away

Her journey's just begun

Life holds so many facets

This earth is only one

Just think of her as resting

From the sorrows and the tears

In a place of warmth and comfort

Where there are no days and years

Think how she must be wishing

That we could know, today

Now nothing but our sadness

Can really pass away

And think of her as living

In the hearts of those she touched

For nothing loved is ever lost

And she is loved so very much.



HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

WE LOVE YOU &

MISS YOU SO VERY

MUCH!!

You are never ever going to know how much we are going to miss you and how much everyone loves and cares for you so much. You will be in our hearts and on our minds always. Love Jay,Tam,&Baby Plos

Grandma helped anyone and everyone that needed it. She was and still will be a blessing to this family. She is truly an angel and as Titi Gigi said "Now we have to watch what we do" lol. Grandma will always be in my heart and mind and I know she will be in your's too. To all Grandma's children (my tio's & tia's) I love all of you and whenever you need anything just let me know...that includes my cousins too! Love Cecy

Our prayers are with you and your family. The most important things in life is family, love, and compation. We know that your heart was fully filled and content with everything that matters in life. You would not have chosen to leave unless otherwise. You have a special heart and spirit about you that we are proud to share with our future family. Your life and courage is a huge pieace of this family puzzle, that will be celebrated through and through. We know that you are at peace and protecting us. Thank you for the wonderful years you have givin. We have learned from you and we will continue to learn. Your life and spirit is something we will carry on forever.

Love, Kory, Brian, & Jacob.

Aunt Carmen,

Though we lived miles apart, I've never forgotten what a beautiful person you were. You are truly an inspiration to me as a woman and mother. I am truly blessed to have had you as an aunt and in my life.

DEAR AUNTY CARMEN:

May you rest in peace and sleep with the angels, I'm not saying good bye but see you when I get there. Give Grandpa a huge kiss and my love and let him know I send him thanx for being there to guide me through each day. My prayers are with you. One thing that I will always remember about my Aunty Carmen is how strong she was and still is. No matter what she kept going. "Daughter like Father." The last time I seen Carmen she was knitting a quilt and thats how I remeber her, always keeping busy. And Oh how I loved her quilts. To the rest of the Family. I love you, my prayers are with you and I wanted to be there so bad and I'm pretty sure my father explained why I couldn't of been there. Love you! Bye Bye.

I think that grandma was a wonderful person and everyday going to school i know she is watching me now! But i have to say thanks because she helped me and made me a stronger person. Alyssa

No more Butera.... Maybe you can now go to Home Depot with Papi, make Tony or Joey drive and let Toni Marie help... I sure miss your pretty face....

Carmen, thank you for making me better person, and most important a better mother. The last 18 years would not have been possible without you. You will always be in my heart, I love you. Teena

Dear Maria and family,

Your mother was a wonderful, strong women who raised an amazing family. You will all carry on her memory and she is now at peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with you now. Najwa, Joe and Rashid Klostermann

I will never forget you Carmen. You are in a better place.... I'm in a better place for knowing you. It has been an honor to be a part of your family. I will miss you always.

When I look at a flower I will call your name, when I look at the sunrise I will call your name, when I look at my daughter I will call your name, when I look at our family I will call your name, when I say my prayers I will shout your name. Titi Carmen I love you and will remember all the lessons you taught me. I will not say goodby-I will say until I see you later. Bendicion.

Thank you for all you have given and for all you have left in memory. I love you very much and will never forget you. You will be missed and always cherished. Thank You and Goodbye.

Anthony

To all who loved Mom. The Lord may have her now, however the memories are ours to keep forever. Remember her as she was...strong, caring & loving. Carry her in your heart as she carried you in hers. I Love you Mom. Heri, Jenifer, Ceci, Elis & Max

The Rodriguez family:

Thinking of you and praying that God will send you peace in this difficult time. My aunt Carmen was a loving and caring person and will truly be missed. Heaven now has a beauitful angel.



Love,

David & Vera Montanez

Dear Esther, Tio Gume and Family,

Your Mom was a wonderful person and God will take care of her. Our prayers are with her and all of you. Love, Tia Monge, Angie, Vince and Family

To Maria and Family,



I will pray for your strength and comfort during this time.



Daniel

Our deepest sympathy for the passing of your mother.

A pssing of a mother is a loss that can never be compensated.

May God bless her soul.

The Alwattar family convey their sincerest condolances on the passing of your Mother. May she rest in peace.

Jamal, Salwa & children.