Ezequeil D Rodriguez Obituary (1950

On June 3, 2017, our loving father Ezequeil D. Rodriguez was called home to our heavenly father surrounded by his children. Zeke was born on October 19, 1950 in Toppenish WA and was a life-long valley resident. He graduated from Granger High School in 1969 continuing to pursue a career as a mechanic graduating in 1971. Zeke married Anna Perez in February 1970 and together they had four children. He worked various jobs up until he found a love for trucking in which he bought his first truck in 1978. In 1989 Zeke suddenly had a knack for farming and bought his first farm “Jurassic Gardens.” At his farm he raised a variety of crops. On December 31, 1999 Zeke remarried Ramona Mendoza and together they had a passion for traveling, yard sales and thrift shops. Zeke was currently employed by Gardner Trucking up until the time of his passing. Zeke was a dedicated worker since a young age. He enjoyed keeping busy, family time, barbeques, reunions, and cooking. He also enjoyed watching Western Cowboy movies, Mash, Andy Griffith and the Simpsons. Zeke loved spending time with his brothers & sisters when they visited from out of town. Mr. Rodriguez is survived by his children Melissa Rodriguez Hernandez (Jay), Israel Rodriguez, Ezekiel Jr. Rodriguez, Patricia “Patty Ann” Dearte (Julius), and Desaray Sanchez: Mother; Soledad Rodriguez, Brothers; Margarito “Mark” Rodriguez (Louisa), Roberto Rodriguez (AnnMarie), Joe Rodriguez (Teresa), Luis Rodriguez (Judy), David Rodriguez, Ben Rodriguez (Jane), Sisters; Rachael Jacob (Kevin), and Suzanne Lopez; 13 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his Father: Margarito Rodriguez Sr. and brother John Rodriguez Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday June 10, 2017 at Valley Hills Funeral Home in Sunnyside followed by graveside services at Lower Valley Memorial Gardens Cemetery. A reception to follow at Valley Hills Funeral Home in Sunnyside. Condolences can be sent to www.valleyhillsfh.com Valley Hills Funeral Home is in care of all arrangements..