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Henry Rodriguez Obituary
Henry was born on June 25, 2000 to Ernest Henry and Karen Gwen (Jones) Rodriguez in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was raised in a military family with his sister, Grace Rodriguez, and they were part of a traveling circus along with cats, dogs, and a goldfish. Together they moved across the country to three different states by the time he was three years old, before returning to Colorado in 2006.
Henry fell in love with rugby at the age of 11 and played with the Northern Colorado Springs Falcons and later the Colorado Springs Grizzlies High School Rugby Club. He was co-captain of this year's Grizzlies team. He was also honored to play on the Colorado All State team and the U-18 Glendale Raptors. Henry loved the outdoors and enjoyed rafting through the Grand Canyon in the summertime.
He is survived by his parents, Ernie and Gwen; his sister, Grace; his grandparents: Karen Jones and Ernie Rodriguez and Jean Wong; his aunt Dawn Miller; his uncle and aunt Craig and Stephanie Jones; his uncle John Rodriguez; by numerous cousins and great aunts and great uncles and many, many friends. Henry was preceded in death by his brother, Elias Giddens Rodriguez.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2017 from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 2:30 p.m. at New Life Church, The Theater, 11025 Voyager Parkway. Inurnment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Henry's name may be made to Grand Canyon Youth (GCYouth.org) or to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (afsp.org).
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Memories and Condolences
for Henry Rodriguez
Glorene Herseth
March 2, 2017
Ernie, Gwen, & Grace, so sorry to hear of Henry death. May God give you all the love of friends and family to carry on in his memory.
Ernie, I am your cousin, (cousin Dottie advise me of your loss) my God bless you all. Love to you and your family. Glorene, Madrid family.
February 28, 2017
Ernie and Gwen, my prayers for you and all of the family. So very sorry the loss of your Son. I pray peace and Love for this painful time. Your Cousin Jo Ann Seiber Madrid From Syracuse utah
February 27, 2017
Ernie, Gwen and Grace - I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that so many, many people feel for you and are there for you. John Kress
Kerm Neal
February 27, 2017
Ernie, Gwen, and Grace...we are deeply saddened by the loss of Henry, and want you to know that many stand with you in support. May God grant you peace,, understanding, and grace, and fond memories to cherish. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Neal Family
Karen, Brian, Joshua, Solomon, and Gabriel Ralston
February 26, 2017
Ernie, Gwen, and Grace - Our hearts are broken for you. The pain you are feeling is unimaginable. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. I pray God gives you strength to face each day, and that the precious memories you have of sweet Henry help bring you peace. Love - The Ralstons
Kirk and Michelle Pridell
February 25, 2017
Ernie, Gwen and Grace: we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear son and brother Henry. Thinking about all of you during this dark time in your life- our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Blackburn
February 25, 2017
We cannot imagine this loss for you. We stand with you during this time. Our son was Henrys friend and thought so very highly of him. He will be deeply missed. With our deepest regrets, The Blackburn Family
Ed & Cindy Rivera
February 25, 2017
Ernie and family, We are so sorry for your loss! All of you will be in our prayers.
Jim Metcalf
February 25, 2017
Ernie... I realize there are no words that bring comfort during this dark period but I want you to know that I am praying the Holy Spirit will surround you and your family during this most difficult time.
Lynne Bakalyan
February 25, 2017
My heartfelt prayers are with your family.
Louise Cox
February 24, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. Know many are thinking of you and sending their love and support.
Victoria Chavez
February 24, 2017
Ernie and Gwen:
I was deeply saddened at the news of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers go out to both of you. No words can be expressed to comfort you at this time. May God be the source of your comfort at this most difficult time. Blessings to all. Aunt Vickie and Uncle John
The Fishburn Family
February 24, 2017
We are heartbroken for your family's loss. Our deepest condolences.
Elva Padilla Buck
February 24, 2017
Ernie, Gwen and Grace, with a heavy heart I offer my deepest condolences. My prayers for all of you and Henry. Know that I'm here day or night.
With much love
Kara Knittel
February 24, 2017
Though I was a new teacher to DCC this year, Henry was one of those students who made me feel welcome and helped created a sense of community in our classroom. He quickly became one of my favorite students. He has left an impression on me as an educator and a person. I miss him, (and especially his humor!) and will continue to miss him as there will always be a void in our marketing class. Sending love, peace and condolences to his family and friends. XOXO Kara Knittel
Brian Raymond
February 23, 2017
Ernie, Gwen, and Grace...may you find a shoulder to cry on and friends around you who will listen when you need to talk. Don't go through it alone. Please know there will be a day when there will be no more tears, no more pain, and no more sorrow, but until that time, we can only pray for strength and seek the Lord during this time of loss. May you find solace in Christ and may His strength, mercy, and grace be yours...blessings to you and your precious family.
Doherty High School Moms in Prayer
February 23, 2017
The Doherty High School Moms in Prayer group is praying for your family during this difficult time. We are so sorry for the loss of your precious son. Our hearts break for you. We pray that God would comfort you all and give you peace.
Boys horsing around, Henry in the middle of Nate and Paul, bday party, 5th grade
Trish Burns
February 23, 2017
Devin and Shannon Glenn
February 23, 2017
We are heartbroken by your loss.
Sam and Henry, December 1, 2016
Amy Brown
February 23, 2017
Ernie, Gwen, Grace, and Family,
Our hearts are so sad over your loss of Henry. We so enjoyed having him in our home and in our lives as Sam's buddy. Henry had a very amusing sense of humor, was always the most polite kid around, and was a steady, loyal friend to many.
We are here for you in any way you might need us.
Brandon, Amy, Samuel, and Andrew Brown
February 23, 2017
Rest in Peace young soul. May God offer your family peace during this difficult time.
Elaine Frankhouser
February 23, 2017
Ernie, Gwen & Grace, we are so sorry for your loss! We remember good times in Great Falls, MT, watching Henry and Avery playing and us having fun conversations. Take care and God Bless! Love, Jeff, Elaine, Dane, Grant, Paul, & Avery
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