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After a long battle of health problems, Vera D. Rodriguez, age 85, born July 27, 1935, was called home on Tuesday September 29, 2020, where she peacefully passed amongst family. She was proceeded in death by her Husband Joe M. Rodriguez, Father Denicio De La Rosa, Mother Frances De La Rosa, Brothers Daniel De La Rosa and Tomas De La Rosa; Sisters Emily Treviño and Geneva Gonzales, and Daughter Karen Rodriguez. Vera is survived by her children, Sons Joe Rodriguez III, Gilbert Rodriguez and wife Eloisa, Daughters Genevieve Tolbert and husband Billy, Mary Ann Ruiz, and Elizabeth Gonzales; Grandchildren Michael Tolbert, Eric Rodriguez, and Daniel Rodriguez; Great Grandchildren Jacob Gonzales and Joe Tolbert; Sisters Carolyn Hernandez, Mary Helen Alvarado, and Janie Martinez; and countless Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends. Vera was born in Edna, Texas and raised in Houston Texas. She married her husband Joe at age 16 where they remained married an amazing 54yrs. A devout Christian and member of the Coat Of Many Colors, she spent every chance preaching the gospel and telling people about Christ, even till the last days of her life. She was a homemaker who raised not only her children, but helped raise others as well. She often fed guests and strangers who entered her home, and was known for her famous giant flour tortillas. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, great aunt and friend. We all love you and will miss you Mom! Visitation will be held Friday, October 9, 2020, 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Felix H. Morales Funeral Home, Houston, Texas. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2020, 10:00 am at Felix H. Morales Funeral Home. The Rite of Committal will follow at Hollywood Cemetery. For the safety of all guests, gatherings at our facility will be limited to 60 family members and guests. Individuals at increased risk, sick or not feeling well should not attend the service. Please visit https://www.moralesfuneralhome.com/covid-19-updates/ of COVID-19 updates and regulations. All services are under the care of Morales Funeral Home. For any questions or concerns regarding the services for Vera Rodriguez, please contact Morales Funeral Home at (713) 223-1167

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Vera Rodriguez

July 27, 1935 - September 29, 2020