04/21/2026
Agustin Rodriguez, de 85 años, de Harlingen, Texas, fue llamado a la presencia del Señor y entró en la vida eterna de manera pacífica. Deja un legado de trabajo arduo, disciplina, humildad y amor.
Nació el 14 de mayo de 1940 en Santo Domingo, San Luis Potosí, México, hijo de Alberto Loyola y Guadalupe Rodriguez. Desde temprana edad, Agustin asumió grandes responsabilidades, ayudando a proveer para su abuela, Encarnación Meléndez, y su familia. Antes de casarse, viajó por diferentes lugares de México y de los Estados Unidos en busca de trabajo, siempre con el propósito de sostener a sus seres queridos.
A lo largo de su vida, conoció a muchas personas y siempre demostró bondad y humildad. Reunía historias y chistes que recordaba con claridad y los contaba como si fuera la primera vez, manteniendo su memoria viva y presente. Su trabajo incluyó la construcción y la ganadería, y era conocido como un “arreglador de todo,” capaz de reparar y construir con gran habilidad.
El 3 de mayo de 1981, contrajo matrimonio con el amor de su vida, Irene Rodriguez. Juntos formaron un hogar basado en la fe y la familia. Agustin fue un esposo dedicado que siempre procuró el bienestar de su familia y honró su matrimonio con compromiso y amor. Siempre estuvo presente en momentos especiales y reuniones familiares, poniendo a su familia en primer lugar.
Le sobreviven su amada esposa, Irene Rodriguez; sus cinco hijos, Norma Laura Jauregui (Pedro), Nora Elia Ferrer (Ismael), Agustin Jaime Rodriguez, Ramiro Rodriguez y Veronica Rodriguez; así como sus queridos nietos, Denisse Jauregui, Pedro Damian Jauregui, Antonio David Jauregui, Alexa Michelle Ferrer, Jared Ismael Ferrer, Daisy Elizabeth Jauregui y Natalia Falcon.
Le preceden en la muerte sus padres; su hija, Emma Elvira Rodriguez; su hermano, Gustavo Rodriguez; y sus dos hermanas, Virginia Rodriguez y Domitila Rodriguez.
Agustin fue un católico devoto y fiel creyente en Dios. Asistía a misa con regularidad, rezaba el rosario diariamente y encendía velas en casa por sus seres queridos y por quienes necesitaban oración. Enseñó a sus hijos y nietos la importancia de la fe, recordándoles siempre: “Que Dios te cuide,” al despedirse para ir al trabajo o viajar.
Entre las cosas que disfrutaba estaban ver el fútbol, colorear, trabajar en el jardín y escuchar música atentamente, aprendiendo canciones y melodías que le traían alegría y recuerdos. En su juventud, disfrutaba jugar fútbol, cartas y dominó, y compartir tiempo con familiares y amigos.
En sus últimos años, encontraba paz sentado en su mecedora afuera de su hogar, apreciando la naturaleza y observando a los pájaros que llegaban a la fuente a beber agua. Fue un hombre de pocas palabras, pero sincero en todo lo que decía. Vivió con valores de compasión, generosidad e integridad, siempre dispuesto a ayudar sin esperar nada a cambio.
Su memoria vivirá en las canciones que cantaba, las historias que contaba, la alegría que compartía y el amor que brindó. Se mantuvo fuerte hasta el último momento, luchando con valentía, pero preparado para reunirse con sus seres queridos en el cielo. Su familia guarda la esperanza de volver a verlo y atesorará por siempre los hermosos recuerdos que dejó.
El velorio se llevará a cabo el viernes 24 de abril de 2026, de 1:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m., con el rezo del rosario a las 7:00 p.m. Los servicios funerarios se celebrarán el sábado 25 de abril de 2026, saliendo de Rudy Garza Funeral Home a las 9:30 a.m. para una misa de cuerpo presente a las 10:00 a.m. en la Iglesia Católica Our Lady of the Assumption. El sepelio continuará en el Cementerio Restlawn.
Obituary in English
Agustin Rodriguez, 85, of Harlingen, was called home to Heaven and began eternal life in a peaceful manner. He left a legacy of hard work, discipline, humility, and love.
He was born on May 14, 1940, in Santo Domingo, San Luis Potosí, Mexico, to Alberto Loyola and Guadalupe Rodriguez. During his early life, he took on the great responsibility of providing for his grandmother, Encarnacion Melendez, and his family. Prior to getting married, he traveled for work to many different places in Mexico and the United States to help provide for his family.
Wherever he went, he encountered different people and always demonstrated kindness and humbleness. He gathered stories and jokes that he still remembered and retold as if it were the first time they were happening; his memory remained intact. All the while, he formed new friendships and built strong relationships with his family. His work included construction and ranching, but above all, he was a true fixer-upper.
He married the love of his life, Irene Rodriguez, on May 3, 1981, and always ensured he would provide for his family and honor their marriage. He was present for special events and family gatherings, always putting family first.
He is survived by his loving wife, Irene Rodriguez; his five children, Norma Laura Jauregui (Pedro), Nora Elia Ferrer (Ismael), Agustin Jaime Rodriguez, Ramiro Rodriguez, and Veronica Rodriguez; and his grandchildren, Denisse Jauregui, Pedro Damian Jauregui, Antonio David Jauregui, Alexa Michelle Ferrer, Jared Ismael Ferrer, Daisy Elizabeth Jauregui, and Natalia Falcon.
He is preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Emma Elvira Rodriguez; his brother, Gustavo Rodriguez; and his two sisters, Virginia Rodriguez and Domitila Rodriguez.
Agustin was a devout Catholic and faithful believer in God. He attended Mass and always made sure to light a candle at home and pray for his loved ones and for those who needed prayer. He prayed the rosary daily and instilled in his children and grandchildren that prayer was important and that God was always with us. He would say, “Que Dios te cuide,” when saying goodbye before work or before traveling.
Among the things he enjoyed in life were watching soccer, coloring, doing yard work, and listening attentively to music, learning songs and melodies. Music was an outlet that brought him memories and joy.
In his younger years, he played soccer, cards, and dominoes, and spent time with family and friends.
However, in his last days here on earth, he would sit outside in his rocking chair and appreciate nature by watching the birds come to the fountain to drink water. He was a man of few words, but he was sincere and meant what he said.
He instilled in his family values and morals that consisted of giving a helping hand when possible without expecting anything in return. He demonstrated what it meant to care for one another and wanted his children to continue that legacy while maintaining a positive relationship with each other.
The memory he leaves behind will consist of singing, jokes, inside stories, love, compassion, and integrity. He was full of strength until the very last moment and fought a great fight, but ultimately he was ready to reunite with his loved ones in Heaven.
Visitation will begin Friday, April 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM and continue until 9:00 PM, with a rosary to be prayed at 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 25, 2026, departing Rudy Garza Funeral Home at 9:30 AM for a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Restlawn Cemetery.
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