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Marco Rodriguez Obituary

Rodriguez Jr., Marco A. "Tony" Born In Chicago and passed away suddenly in Folsom, CA; beloved husband of Nancy, nee Gallian, for 25 wonderful years; devoted father of Katie (Kirk), Paige, Meagan, Jake (Ashley) and Joey; dear son of Marco and Janet, nee Garrett. Visitation on Wednesday at Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 W. Irving Park Rd., from 3 to 7 p.m. with a service at 7 p.m. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers, donations to Tony Rodriguez Memorial Fund at F&M Baik, 8799 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove, CA 95624, (account # 815414701), would be appreciated. For info 773-588-5850.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 19, 2012.

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Kevin McCann

July 7, 2012

Dear Nancy and Family, I was so sorry to hear today of the passing of your husband. He will be in my prayers. Kevin McCann

Brian Guarraci

July 3, 2012

I played baseball for Coach Rodriguez during my sophomore year at Weber High School in the spring of 1992. He was a wonderful coach, loved and respected by his team, and he brought together a fairly rag-tag group and turned us into a formidable baseball team. I was fortunate to have known and played for Coach. I will keep him and his family in my prayers

Michelle Gordon

June 23, 2012

Dear Nancy and Family,
. Your Oregon State family is shocked and saddened by the loss of Tony. Tony was such a good man and father and so likable to everyone he met. We are blessed to have spent some time with your wonderful family.
Nothing I can say will help to heal your hearts, but know that in time...the memory of Tony will bring a smile to your face before it brings a tear to your eyes.
With Love, Peace and Healing,
Stan, Michelle and Max Gordon

Julie Gannon-kim

June 22, 2012

Dear Nancy-

I am so sorry to hear about Tony. My thoughts are with you and your family.

June 21, 2012

Dear Nancy and Family:
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Tony will never be forgotten. May angels be with you all at this time. God bless you.
JaneAnn & Tyler Woods
Genoa City, WI

Shay Boyle

June 20, 2012

Coach Tony was my coach at Weber HS in Chicago. We had a great team and he was one of the best coaches I have ever known. What a fantastic guy. Know that he affected the lives of many Weber Red Horde graduates who had the honor to play ball for him. He had a legendary voice and I will miss him.

Mary Abplanalp/Nickels

June 20, 2012

Nancy Our deepest sympathy to you and the family. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers found memories of years ago. always keep them with you. Love to you and all the family

Maureen Dwyer-Foley

June 20, 2012

Nancy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

June 19, 2012

Nancy, my heart aches for you and the kids. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cathy Romo & Family

Irma Hladik

June 19, 2012

Nancy & Family,

I once heard that the memory of a person finally fades when the last person to know them is gone. This may be true, yet I believe strongly that each of our lives spill over into other lives, and by influencing just one, we influence many. Because of this, I am certain that Tony's legacy will live on through you and your marvelous kids. Tony's legacy will thrive for eternity.

Irma Hladik, Waterford, WI

Lisa Abbate-Smith

June 19, 2012

Nancy & Kids-
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Carolyn Anguiano

June 19, 2012

Nancy & Family, I am sorry sorry to hear of your loss. Sitting here today, I'm still shocked of the news I learned on June 10th. His news traveled so fast, and that's a tribute to how well liked and respected Tony and your family are. My condolences go out to you and your family. God bless you and your family. Carolyn, Jesse & Brandon Anguiano

June 19, 2012

Dear Nancy,
I am so sorry to hear about Tony. My very sincere condolences to you and your wonderful family.
Love, Jeannine Lindstrom

Jo Niles

June 18, 2012

Dear Rodriguez family,
You are all in our prayers. Tony was a wonderful dad and husband. Much love, Dan, Jo, Jackie and Anna Niles

Sarah Singletary

June 18, 2012

Nancy and Kids,
We were so shocked and sad to hear about Tony's passing. We cannot imagine how hard this must be for you all. Whenever we saw Tony he always had a smile on his face, usually talking about the next big adventure in baseball. We know you are a great family and you will make it through this very difficult time together. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Our deepest condolences go to you and your family.

Sarah, Brian, Emma, Lauren, Julia, and Keira Singletary

June 18, 2012

Dear Nancy and Family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Ann Hall
Genoa City, Wisconsin

Gerry Bliss

June 16, 2012

Dear Rodriguez family,

I had the privledge of working with Tony many years ago at Fort Dearborn Company. He was one of the first people I met as he showed me how a printing press worked. He left an indelible impression then and still has to this day. I respected and admired his work ethic. He is truely missed and you have my deepest sympathy.

Jon & Rebecca Schlussler (Ryan King) and Family

June 16, 2012

Dear Nancy and family, Please accept our deepest condolences. Hearing the news of Tony was absolutely devastating. How could such a horrible thing happen to such a wonderful, kind, loving, giving person, and family? Getting to know you, Joe, and your family through baseball, and watching Ryan and your boys play together, were some of the best days of our lives. We will cherish those memories forever. Take care, and please know that we are all with you in mind and soul during these difficult times. God Bless, and we will miss you here in California, but hopefully you will make some trips back to see all of your dear friends who will be thinking of you, and praying for you. All our love and thoughts and prayers... From the Schlussler/King family.

June 16, 2012

Nancy and family, Scott ,Taylor and I send you all our love and support at this unbelievably sad time. We wish we were able to be near and hug all of you.-The Nickersons (Cape Cod,Ma)

Kim Smiros

June 15, 2012

Nancy and Kids I am truely sorry about the passing of a great Husband, Father and Friend. I know that he made a impact on my kids life and my son and daughter always looked up to him for advise and was not afraid to ask Tony an question because they knew that Tony would not turn them away.You guys were more than just neighbors you were a extended Family . I along with my family will have wonderful memories of him and would just like to thank you for sharing him with us. Love you all

Linda Gonzalez

June 15, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Rodriguez family. I had the pleasure of working with him for years at FDC, he is already missed by us all. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Dianna Wilson

June 15, 2012

To the Rodriguez Family,
sorry to hear about the loss of your love one i met Tony 2 1/2 years ago a very nice gentleman and always smiling i had a chance to meet him when visit our Niles branch. He will be miss and I am praying that God see you thru your time of sorrow.

Dianna Wilson(Niles, IL)

Linda Gonzalez

June 15, 2012

Nancy and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Tony's passing. I have worked with him at FDC for many years, he was always a pleasure to be around and to work with. He always went out of his way to get you the answers needed so the job could be done correctly. He truly cared. I will miss him tremendously.

Karen Nicoline

June 15, 2012

Nancy and family,
We are so sorry. Tony leaves an incredible legacy for you and your family and for all who came into contact with him in this life. You and your family are in our prayers daily, that you have comfort and peace through this time of sorrow.
Always love and memories for all of you. Don & Karen Nicoline

June 15, 2012

To the Rodriguez Family -
We were so shocked and saddened to hear about Tony. He was a wonderful man that we all looked forward to seeing at the OSU baseball games and after. He touched every one us in a different way, but made huge impacts on all of us. Nancy, Bill and I will never forget the way you and Tony eased us into Beaver Nation, you guys always made us feel welcome, we will always remember that. Prayers are with. Safe Travels - The Matthews - Vacaville Ca.

Mary Ellen Kanthack

June 15, 2012

Thinking of you all with deepest sympathy.
We are so sorry.

John and Mary Ellen Kanthack

Rick Hernandez

June 14, 2012

I can't believe that he's gone. He was a very thoughtful person. Always asking how my boys were doing in baseball and yet he never knew them personally. My deepest condolences to you Nancy and your family. He will be sorely missed.

April Fitzsimmons

June 14, 2012

Nancy,
I am so sorry. I can't imagine what you and your family must be going through right now. May the strength and love you share as a family, as well as, all the wonderful memories bring you peace as you go through this very difficult time.

Jill, Roman, Christian, Branndon and Brad Solorzano

June 14, 2012

Your family move to Elk Grove introduced our families together through sports, relationships and long term friendships. We are so blessed to have met all of you. Tony was a great husband, an amazing dad, supporting all his kids and their endeavors and a great mentor and peer to Christian. He is very sadden he can't be here for the family. He loves you all very much and wanted me to let you know. You all will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Love The Solo's

Gerri Cooper

June 14, 2012

There are no words to express how truly sorry and saddened I am to learn of Tony's passing. May you have memories for comfort, friends for support, and family to help guide you through this difficult time.

Sara Garrett Sanchez

June 14, 2012

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this time.

Love,
Sara

Kim Andresen

June 14, 2012

Dear Nancy, Katie, Paige, Megan, Jake and Joey...there are no words. As we all shed our tears, please know; that as you all hang on to each other to get through this, the rest of us are surrounding you with our love. That fantastic man of yours lives on in all of us; I hear him holler out "everybody move" every time there is a "pickle". All of our love to you, Kim, Curt, Clint and Colton

Kathy Golub

June 14, 2012

Dear Nancy & Kids, When Todd told me, I felt sick. I still see you and Tony with all your little kids in your living room in Chicago. It's hard to believe and my prayers are with Tony's parents, you and all the kids. Love, Aunt Kathy

Debra Nielsen

June 14, 2012

Dear Mrs Rodriguez and Family,

I was so very privileged to assist Tony on the Clorox account at Fort Dearborn.
Tony was always professional, supportive and dedicated to his customers.
I truly admired and respected Tony's devotion and love for his family.
He will be greatly missed by all.
May the memories and love you shared be of comfort to you during this difficult time.

Mike Costa

June 14, 2012

Jake and family
My deepest sympathies go out to you at this time.
Coach C

Wendy Dietze

June 14, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Rodriguez family. Tony was one of our favorite Sales Reps. We enjoyed working with him, and he will be greatly missed.

Mary Beth Erickson

June 14, 2012

Dear Nancy, Katie, Paige, Megan, Jake, and Joe-
Finding out about Tony was devastating. Looking back at your time in WI, it was all of you that put that great smile on Tony's face. He was so proud of his family. You've been in my thoughts often over the years, and my heart breaks for your loss. My love to all of you as you deal with this difficult situation.

Patrica Inong

June 14, 2012

Nancy and family, we are thinking of you during this difficult time. No word can really help to ease the pain of losing a wonderful husband and father, but you are in our thought and prayers. ~Michael, Patricia and Danny Inong

The Kiefer Family

June 14, 2012

Nancy and family, we cannot imagine the sorrow you are going through right now. Tony and your family touched our family deeply. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

June 14, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Hugs.

Susie Fleischer

Renee Garrett

June 14, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with the family during this very sad time.
Love,
Renee

Brad Amy Riley and Baylor Buechler

June 13, 2012

The Rodriguez family was a gift to our community. I have never found two parents so willing to dedicate everything to their children like Tony and Nancy. Tony's legacy will live on in the lives of Katie, Paige, Jake, Meagan and Joe and the extraordinary gifts that each of them possess. We remember you Tony and appreciate your dedication to your family.

Brad, Amy, Riley and Baylor Buechler

June 13, 2012

The Rodriguez family was a gift to our community and we are so saddened by the loss of Tony. He and Nancy did everything for their family and he will be greatly missed. It is rare that you find two parents so dedicated to their kids. His legacy will be seen in the lives of his five amazing children, each with their own special accomplishments. Our prayers are with you Nancy, Katie, Paige, Jake, Meagan and Joe.

Hannah Nieuwenhuis

June 13, 2012

Katie although I never got to meet your Dad I can only imagine him being such a wonderful husband, father and man by all the testimonies from family and friends. I am so thankful to have gotten to know you this last year at school. Prayers are with you and the family!

beverly hutchinson

June 13, 2012

katie,
my love and deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God bless and keep all of you.

June 13, 2012

Nancy and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Tony was such a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love~Dave, Teri, Spencer & Skyler Quam

June 13, 2012

Nancy and kids,

Our deepest sympathies! Tony was very special!

Ted and Joanne Oien

Dana Hall

June 13, 2012

Dear Nancy and kids,
We cannot express enough our shock and sadness at learning of Tony's passing. We will always remember Tony's sweet, endearing smile and the pride and joy he had for his wonderful family. Nancy, Katie, Paige, Megan, Jake, and Joe you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Always, your neighbors,
Dennis, Dana, Brandon & Austin Hall

Cynthia Newton

June 13, 2012

Hi Nancy and Kids,
I am so very sorry to hear about Tony. This was such a shock. My thoughts are with you during this time, if you guys need anything please let me know. Tony and Bradd are having a good time together talking baseball and watching over all of us!

Love you,
Cynthia, Tyler & Keoni Newton

Craig McLaughlin

June 13, 2012

Our deepest condolences to the Rodriguez Family. You are in our prayers.
From The McLaughlin Family

Dave & Deena Pinckney

June 13, 2012

we are so sad for all of you. tony was such a gentle soul. we are so thankful that you brought him into our lives. he is now jake's angel in the outfield. he will always be with you. and remember, you will always be part of the herd family. we love you guys

Barbara Smith

June 13, 2012

Dear Nancy & family,
Our hearts are broken with the news of Tony's passing. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed. Our prayers are with you and the kids as you go through this difficult time.
Love to all, Hal & Barb Smith, Andy & Dave

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