James Adrian Rodriguez
1960-2021
James Adrian Rodriguez passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday, November 20th of the year 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born June 26th of the year 1960 to Milton and Bessie Rodriguez in Santa Fe, New Mexico. On January 28th of the year 1978, he married the love of his life Janell C. Lockhart in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
James retired from his job with the City of Santa Fe as a Heavy Equipment Manager after many years of service. James enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren, while watching classic movies, reading, and enjoying the sunshine.
He is survived by 2 children and their spouses, daughter Lea P. Vinikas and her spouse Alexander M. Vinikas of Albuquerque, and son Domenic A. Rodriguez and spouse Dolores Rodriguez of Santa Fe, as well as former son-in-law Levi W. Aguilar and Fiancée Dannielle Bojorquez, 5 grandchildren Delilah Rodriguez, David Rodriguez, Mathias James Aguilar, Isabella O. Aguilar and Ashlyn K. Aguilar, 4 brothers, Milton Rodriguez, George Rodriguez, and Robert Rodriguez of Santa Fe, Milton Rodriguez of Albuquerque, and sister Regina Salazar of Santa Fe as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and close friends.
James was preceded in death by his wife Janell C. Rodriguez, son David George Rodriguez, granddaughter Scarlett L. J. Aguilar, and parents Milton and Bessie Rodriguez.
He will be dearly missed by all those who knew him.
A mass will be held.
Per the deceased’s request, a service will not be held.
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