Arnulfo Rodriguez, Jr.

Arnulfo Rodriguez, Jr., age 85 of Galveston, passed away peacefully at his residence on February 3, 2022.

"Rod" was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Dominga Rodriguez, parents, Arnulfo Rodriguez, Sr. and Fransisca M. Rodriguez Hernandez, brothers, Rosalio (Charlie) Rodriguez, Augustine Rodriguez, Donaciano (Chano) Rodriguez, Richard Rodriguez and Raul Rodriguez and sister, Maria Barrientos.

He is survived by his daughter, Frances Rodriguez, his son, David Rodriguez and wife Evelyn of Chicago. Grandchildren: Yesenia, Adam, Anthony and Crystal. Sisters: Socorro Groh and Lorenza Lopez (Rudy). Brothers: Daniel Rodriguez (Alice), and Thomas Rodriguez (Kimberly) and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and extended friends and family.

Arnulfo, Jr., affectionately known as "Rod" by family and friends, was born on August 10, 1936 in Galveston to parents, Arnulfo Rodriguez, Sr. and Fransisca M. Rodriguez.  He attended Galveston public schools then at 18 years old, proudly served in the U.S. Air Force for three years. Four months later, he married the love of his life, Dominga Toledo Colon and then relocated to Chicago, where he spent the next 50 years of his life.

Rod was employed at Pine Point Plaza in Chicago for 25 years until his retirement. His hobbies included, playing dominos & poker, word search puzzles, listening to music, watching action movies and doing handy work around his home & garage.  After 54 years of marriage and the passing of loving wife Dominga in 2009, Rod decided to move to Texas in 2015 to be near his brothers and sisters.

He loved the Texas weather and wanted to spend the rest of his life on Galveston Island.  He enjoyed cruising the beach and parking on the Seawall to enjoy the view and sounds of the waves while eating his lunch from his favorite restaurants.  He also enjoyed spending time with his brothers, sisters, and other family members during weekend barbecues, birthday parties, holidays and other family events.  He also enjoyed his quiet time at home watching Family Feud, Let's Make a Deal & Wheel of Fortune.

Rod was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to everyone. He had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh and enjoy himself. He was true to his character and always did things his way. He was very genuine with his affection and loyalty to his friends. He loved telling jokes and making people laugh, long conversations, and enjoyed time with his friends and family.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday, February 11, 2022 from 5:00pm until 8:00pm where a Rosary will be held at 6:30pm officiated by Deacon John Carrillo.

Serving as pallbearers are David Rodriguez, John Groh, Richard Wilson, Rudy Lopez, Anthony Graziano, Albert Salinas, Sr. & Albert Salinas, Jr.

The Rodriguez family would like to express heartfelt thanks to their father's nurse, Guy and nurse's aide, Amber with Accent Care, formerly known as Texas Home Health, for the exceptional care provided to Arnulfo during this difficult journey.

The family would also like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers, and support given to them during these difficult times.  May God bless you all.

It is requested that masks be worn to the service.