Irene Rodriguez of Nixon, Texas went to be with her Lord on May 15, 2021 at the age of 71. Irene was born on March 12, 1950 in Gonzales County, Texas to Angelo and Cipriana (Fonseca) Riojas. She was the only daughter of the 5 children. Irene is preceded in death by her parents and two of her brothers, Frank Riojas and Johnny Riojas.
On August 29, 1970 Irene married her sweetheart, Guadalupe “Lupe” Rodriguez. They enjoyed 44 years of marriage until his passing in 2014. Irene was a wonderful wife and mom and the epitome of strength. She was always there for her children and made them a priority in her life. She was also a doting grandmother to all of her grandchildren, and a wonderful cook who’s family meals will be missed.
Irene is survived by her children, Jeremy Rodriguez (Janette), Kelly Rodriguez (Vanessa), and Tammy Ivey (Russell); grandchildren, Seth, Zoey, Tapanga, Christian, Tristian, Issabelle, Angel, Arie, Ava James, and Alexander; brothers, Angelo Riojas, Jr. (Lesli) and Pete Riojas, Sr. (Dorothy); as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Finch Funeral Chapel in Nixon, Texas from 5:00pm-8:00pm with the Rosary Vigil at 7:00pm.
Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2021, 2:00pm, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Nixon.
Interment will follow at Nixon Latin American Cemetery. Father Ouseph Kuriakose will officiate the services. If desired, donations may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org. You are welcome to sign the online guestbook at www.finchfuneralchapels.com. Services and care entrusted to Finch Funeral Chapel, Nixon, Texas.