Antonio Richard Rodriguez, 70, was born in Phoenix, Arizona on February 26, 1950. Richard was proud to be from the Golden Gate Community and was well known for operating Briceños Corn Shop on 16th St and Grant. He had a heart of gold, fun-loving, free spirit and a contagious smile that will be missed by many.
On July 3, 2020 he was called to Heaven to reunite with his parents, Eugene & Carmen Rodriguez along with his siblings, Estela Esquer, Juanita Mendoza, Eugene “Nacho” Rodriguez, and Virginia Hernandez. His legacy will live on through his children, Veronica (Jose), Nancy (Robert), Timothy (Kristina), and his grandchildren, AnnMarie, Marc, Faythe, Riann, Gavin, Isabella, and David. He is also leaving behind his siblings, Santiago “Jimmy”, Reymundo “Rey”, George, Manuel, Gene, Gerald, Belinda, Norma plus several nieces, nephews, and many friends he met along the way.
A Funeral Mass will take place at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1421 S. 12th Street, Phoenix, on Friday, July 17, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. with Burial to follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery. Flowers can be sent to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. A Celebration of Life will be set for a future date. Condolences and Hugs from Home may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
Patricia Rodriguez
My prayers to the whole while family, the children and grandchildren he left behind. I still find it hard to believe he isn’t here. I’ll miss his messages and gifs he would send me. He truly was a loving guy. He is resting now in heaven…In peace. May God give the family strength in this difficult time.
Antonio Mendoza
It’s hard to imagine our family without Uncle Richard. I will miss him, his smile, his laugh, his hugs ..his love
Kate Davis
Richard and I reconnected via Facebook because of our insomnia. I am grateful to have had his friendship. I am his cousin. My Father, Jesus Leon, younger brother of Richard’s Mom Carmen. Which means, I too worked at Briceno’s.
I loved Richard’s sarcastic wit, kind heart and genuine love of family. He will forever be in my heart.
Nancy Gosewisch
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Richard, I now see where Veronica gets her kind eyes, her great smile and undoubtedly her great heart and spirit. At times in my life when I feel sad and need strength, I envision Jesus walking beside me with his strong arm around my shoulder telling me He is there to lean on. May you all feel His comfort and lean on His strength.
Figo Yu
Please accept my condolences. Although I live thousands of miles away from Chandler, Veronica told us much about her dear father – Richard and how they live together these years. I was touched when Richard was severe, he cared deeply about his children and grandchildren. I know that he will happy and have peace wherever he is now.
God is Big Enough. He will be deeply missed and will always be in my heart.
Angie Conchos Castro
Prayers for all the family and my condolences.
Steve and Julie Baca and family
Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that our prayers are with the entire family now and always. May God heal ya all in His infinite graces, and bless ya all with His love.
Eternal rest grant unto Richard, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.
Thinking of ya all and remembering with fondest the memories of your Father, brother, Tata, Uncle and friend.
Steve and Julie Baca and family
Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that our prayers are with the entire family now and always. May God heal ya all in His infinite graces, and bless ya all with His love.
Eternal rest grant unto Richard, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.
Thinking of ya all and remembering with fondness the memories of your Father, brother, Tata, Uncle and friend.