Hector P. Rodriguez, age 82, and a resident of Biloxi, died Friday, May 15, 2009 in Biloxi.
Mr. Rodriguez was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Mary Acosta Rodriguez; three brothers; and one sister.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Faye Tullos Rodriguez; and his daughter, Joanne Schonewitz, of Biloxi.
Mr. Rodriguez was born in Laredo, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army, and was a veteran of the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He retired from the military after 21 years of service.
Private burial will be in Biloxi National Cemetery.
For those wishing to honor his memory, donations may be made to: Fisher House, 509 Fisher Street, Keesler AFB, MS 39534. The RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 274 Beauvoir Road, Biloxi is in charge of arrangements. The obituary may be viewed and guest book signed at www.riemannfamily.com.