James A. Rodriguez, an all-round badass extraordinaire, was born on Feb. 13, 1956 in San Antonio, Texas. He was taken from us on Nov. 21, 2015. High school sweetheart and husband of Annette Mollere of 35 years. Father and adventure buddy of Chardae Mollere-Rodriguez.

Vice President of Easy Drive; this business man was tougher than nails and willing to give the shirt off his back. A brilliant, innovative engineer always looking to improve our lives and seek out adventures. Graduate of Central Catholic class of 1974, college graduate of North Texas 1978, attended graduate school at San Jose State for Industrial Design. Our deepest thanks to all those who have supported us in this time of need.

Survived by mother Virginia Rodriguez; sister Ivy Rodriguez; brother Wayne Rodriguez and wife Cindy Rodriguez; nephew Kristopher Rodriguez; mother-in-law, Virginia Mollere; brother-in law Michael Mollere; nieces Weslie Mollere and Ali Mollere. Preceded in death by father Edward Rodriguez and nephew Zachry Rodriguez.

The family will receive friends Sunday at 4:00 P.M. in The Angelus Chapel with a Rosary to be recited 5:00pm.  Funeral Mass will be offered Monday at 2:00pm at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 758 W. Ramsey @Blanco.  Services will conclude at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Catholic High School in the name of James A. Rodriguez.