On July 6, 2016, Carlos Eloy Rodriguez 90 went home to be with the Lord. He left this world surrounded by his most treasured possessions; his family. His departure from this world will leave an undeniable void, he was many things to so many people, and he had such a way with folks that enemies were scarce. His love and generosity knew no bounds, so when he enlisted into the Navy on June 27, 1944 it came as no surprise. He served with honor and distinction as a Seabee during World War II achieving the rank of Carpenters Mate third class before being honorably discharged in February 1946. He returned home to Las Vegas, NM where he met the love of his life, Mary Arguello, they were united in marriage on May 16, 1953. They began to expand their family shortly thereafter, bringing seven children into the world; Carlos worked tirelessly and without complaint to provide for his family, his resume included Coca-Cola Co., Pepsi Co., Superior Bread Company and finally New Mexico Highlands University until his retirement. Besides the births of his children, being appointed as the Grand Marshall of the 2015 Fourth of July Fiesta Parade as well as being awarded the Distinguished Family Award from New Mexico Highlands University in 1998, were some of his most proud moments. He was a proud and humble man who spoke highly of his family to everyone he came upon, his children and grandchildren's successes were a direct reflection of himself. Special thanks to Amber Care Hospice for assisting the greatest man we knew to exit this earth with honor and dignity, especially Addie Montoya, RN whose compassion and kindness were a ray of light during this most dismal time. He was preceded in death by his parents: Octaviano and Erinea Rodriguez; daughter: Sandra Rodriguez; sisters: Elvira Ortiz and Senaida Griego; brothers: Arcenio Rodriguez, Macario Rodriguez and Manuel Rodriguez. He is survived by his wife: Mary Rodriguez of the family home in Las Vegas, NM; sons and daughters: Dr. Clarence Rodriguez and wife Yoliver of Gilbert, AZ; Alonso Rodriguez and wife Bella; Christine Rodriguez, Steve Rodriguez, Anna Solano and Kandee Gallegos and husband Patrick of Las Vegas, NM; son-in-law: Mario Angelo Solano; grandchildren: Andrianna Rodriguez, Ryan Rodriguez, Aric Rodriguez, Gabriella Rodriguez, Alecia Kolek and husband USMC MSgt Michael of DFW,TX, Ashley Rodriguez, Kristopher Rodriguez, Amarie Rodriguez-Vigil, Jaylynn Rodriguez, Samantha Rodriguez, Izaak Rodriguez, Carli-Rae Montano and husband Steve, Angela Solano, Mariquita Gallegos, Kellsee Gallegos, Klahree Gallegos, Khloee Gallegos, Patrick Carlos Gallegos, Alex Defalco, Elizabeth Bowen and husband Shad of South Jordan,UT, Hailey Gallegos, Taylor Gallegos, Spencer Gallegos ; great-grandchildren: Chase Defalco, Addison Kolek, Cooper Kolek, LiAnna-Rae Montano,and Vivica Jude Montano in utero; brother: Frank Rodriguez of Las Vegas, NM; brother-in-law: Tony Arguello and wife Alice of Los Montoya's; sister-in-laws: Ernestine Arguello of Albuquerque, NM; Margaret Arguello of Fairfield CA; Honorary family members: John and Cathy Gallegos and Siobhan Sweeney; numerous: nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Rosary service will be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 7:00pm at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM. Funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 9:00am also at Our Lady of Sorrows Church with Father Douglas Mitchell as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Las Vegas, NM with Full Military Honors and the following serving as Casket Bearers: Kristopher Rodriguez, Aric Rodriguez, Michael Kolek, Steve Montano Jr., Rick Griego and Bobby Ortiz. Serving as Honorary Bearers will be all of his remaining grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be sent to the Our Lady of Sorrows Church Fund 403 Valencia St Las Vegas, NM 87701. Please visit Rogers Mortuary website: www.rogersmortuarynm.com to sign the online register book. Arrangements are under the direction of Rogers Mortuary 600 Reynolds Avenue Las Vegas, NM. 1-800-479-3511 or 505-425-3511.