Francisco Rodriguez

December 9, 2019

Francisco (Frank Sr.) Rodriguez, 81, of Salinas Puerto Rico, transplanted to Teaneck New Jersey, adopted son and uncle of Philippines, passed away Monday morning, December 9, 2019 surrounded by family. Frank is survived by his loving wife Digna of 46 years, his loving children Frank Jr. (Evelyn), Kathy (Victor) and Christina (Alfred). His wonderful grandchildren, Kaia, Justin, His devoted sisters Ana and Lucy and many loving extended family members sisters, cousins, nieces and nephews. Frank was a loving father, husband, grandfather, uncle and the most generous friend to everyone he touched. He loved helping others. Frank was born in Salinas Puerto Rico, March 9, 1938. Graduated from high school and served in the Army from 1961-1967. Veteran and Member of the American Legion. Frank had an eventful career path that included the NY telephone company, airline mechanic for Kiwi and Continental and instructor at Teterboro School of Aeronautics. He was a youth mentor and a respected member of the Teaneck community. He loved to read. History, science, aviation and education were his favorite subjects. He lived for sharing all his knowledge with us and especially with the Kaia and Justin. Visitation will be held on Thursday Dec 12th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at Volk Leber Funeral Home 789 Teaneck Road Teaneck, NJ. 07666 Funeral Service for Frank will be held on Friday Dec 13th 10 – 11am at Church of St. Anastasia 1095 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck NJ. Frank will be laid to rest at Garden of Memories 300 Soldier Hill Rd, Township of Washington, NJ 07676. A celebration of life Reception will be held at American Legion at 650 American Legion Dr, Teaneck, NJ 07666. Memorial Donations may be made the American Legion (https://www.legion.org/) at 650 American Legion Dr, Teaneck, NJ 07666 the TJ Martell Foundation (https://www.tjmartell.org/) A special thanks to all the caregivers and neighbors who supported us through the years as well as the staff at Care One Hospice in Teaneck for their loving care, during these final days.