In Memory of
CPL Robert Christopher Rodriguez, USA
April 4, 1991 – November 26, 2020
Robert Christopher Rodriguez, 29, passed away in Grand Forks, North Dakota on November 26th, 2020. He was born to Robert Anthony Rodriguez and Maria Gabaldon on April 4, 1991 in Portales, New Mexico. He was a devoted and loving father. He was a beloved son, a brother and grandson. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Robert was strong, loyal, and caring. He was attending the University of North Dakota in order to provide a solid future for his children. He was a dear friend to many. He had a wry sense of humor and was known as a man of few but profound words. He was selfless and generous. Robert is survived by his children; Serah, Patrick, and Raymond, his mother Maria Gabaldon, his father Robert A. Rodriguez, his brother Ryan, sisters; Jasmine Rodriguez (Jacob Taylor), Natalie Rodriguez (Chris Evans), Emily Rodriguez; nephew Santos Rodriguez, grandparents; Louie and Maggie Rodriguez, and uncle Rev. Raymond Rodriguez.
Robert loved the fact that he was a veteran, and above all else he loved his children. Robert was studying to be a pilot at North Dakota State University. He loved Star Wars (especially the Storm Troopers).
Interment with military honors: Cheyenne National Cemetery, Cheyenne, WY
Side note: Robert’s father, also named Robert, runs the Bolder Boulder 10k Memorial Day race annually and will run this year in memory of his son. He is also an avid motorcyclist who rides with the Wyoming Patriot Guard Riders. He will honor our 22 Too Many fallen with his efforts.
