Lemoore farmer, dairyman Nelson Rodrigues passes away July 30

Nelson Rodrigues
Nelson Rodrigues

Nelson Rodrigues, age 89, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2016 in his home in Lemoore to reunite with his late wife. He was born on January 25, 1927 and raised in Lemoore, and attended Lemoore High School.

Nelson was a farmer and dairyman his entire life. He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus and the Men's Club at MIQ School. He was an only child who was preceded in death by his parents, A.A. and Mary Rodrigues. 

Nelson's beloved wife of 69 years, Ludy Rodrigues, passed away only 45 days earlier and now they are happily dancing together in heaven.

They leave behind five sons: Rodney (and wife Linda), Randy (and wife Sharon), Neil (and wife Cara), Stuart, and Sonny (and wife Gloria), all of Lemoore; nine grandchildren: Vance (and his wife Tammy) of Bay City, OR; and Rocky Rodrigues of Lemoore; Lyndsi Litten Holocker (and her husband James) of Hanford, CA; Lacie Hightower (and her husband Jeremy) of Chico, CA; Julie Rodrigues of Lemoore; and Jessica Ricks (and her husband Alleton) of Longwood, FL; Brianne Martinez (and her husband Jose) of Lemoore; Kendra Rodrigues of Fresno, CA; and Brandt Rodrigues of Lemoore. He also had two step-grandsons, 15 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson and another on the way, as well as many other adored extended family members.

Throughout his life, he and his wife enjoyed country dancing, bowling, traveling, and spending time at their house in Pismo Beach, CA. Nelson will always be remembered as hard-working and an avid hunter who loved country music and attending social functions.

There will be a visitation at Phipps-Dale Funeral Chapel at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 followed by a Rosary and Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's Church in Lemoore. Reception at O'Doherty Hall immediately following the burial. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Peter's Building Fund, 870 N. Lemoore Ave., Lemoore, CA 93245.

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