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Steven Rodrigue Obituary

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Lafayette, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette, LA 70501, for Steven Louis Rodrigue, 51, who passed away in an accident on June 8, 2013. Dr. Steve Horn, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Lafayette, will conduct the funeral services. Mr. Rodrigue, a resident of Lafayette, was the son of the late Louis Joseph "L.J." Rodrigue and the former Irene Juso. Steven was a native of White Castle, LA and was born on August 21, 1961. He graduated from White Castle High School in 1979, where he played football, basketball, baseball, and was a member of the band. Steven was affectionately called "Joe Willie" by many friends and family. In 1984, he graduated from LSU with a degree in Petroleum Engineering. He spent the early years of his career in the oil field industry before joining Cargill Salt in Breaux Bridge, LA. He was an exceptional and valued employee at Cargill for 23 years. Steven was a loving husband for 20 years and an extraordinary father to Joseph and John. He is remembered by all as a man of the highest integrity. He had a great joy for life and was full of laughter. Steven was the family "storyteller," as we all loved to listen and laugh with him. Everyone appreciated that he was available anytime to lend a helping hand and he was loving, patient, and kind to all. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, golf, and coaching his sons' baseball and basketball teams. Steven will be greatly missed, but we know that "Joy is not the absence of pain, but the presence of Christ." He is survived by his wife, Gail Claire Guidry Rodrigue of Lafayette, LA; his two sons, Joseph William Rodrigue and John Louis Rodrigue both of Lafayette, LA; his mother, Mrs. Irene Rodrigue of White Castle, LA; two sisters, Laurene and her husband Michael LeCoq and Angie and her husband Mason Druhan; three brothers, Rodney Rodrigue and his wife Donna, Lynn Rodrigue and his wife Nicole and Michael Rodrigue and his wife Heidi; and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Louis Joseph Rodrigue. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at First Baptist Church of Lafayette on Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 11:00 am until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joseph and John Rodrigue's names to a fund set up to assist with their college educations. Chase Bank, account number 2962731850. Personal condolences may be sent to the Rodrigue family at www.delhommefuneralhome.com. Delhomme Funeral Home, 1011 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA is in charge of funeral arrangements.

Published by The Advocate from Jun. 12 to Jun. 15, 2013.
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To all of Steven's family, I am so sorry for your loss. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Steven personally but what I did know of him through his family, he was a wonderful man. I pray all the happy memories you have will help you through the hard and grieving times. Love to you all. Denise (Craig) Gienger

Denise Gienger

June 17, 2013

My thoughts & prayers are with my sister Irene, my nieces & nephews, Steven's wife Gail & his two sons Joseph & John. May God embrace you & give you strength during this difficult journey. Steven will always be in your heart! I believe Steven is in Heaven with L.J & watching over all of you! Love you! Eileen

Eileen Craig

June 15, 2013

Mrs. Irene and Fly. We are so sorry to hear about Steven.Just know all of you are in our thoughts and prayers! Sincerely, Bobbie, Debbie, Judy, and Toddie Ourso

Bobbie Cavalier

June 14, 2013

Irene, Laurie, Rodney, Lynn, Angie and Michael, My heart goes out to all of you. I loved Steven and have wonderful memories of him which I will keep close to my heart. He was a wonderful person in every way. This world lost another wonderful Rodrigue. May God give each of you the strength to get through this terrible time in your lives. Lean on each other and God. Gail, Joseph and John, You had a wonderful husband and Dad. Keep him close to you and may God hold you and heal you. I love all of you and you will continually be in my thoughts and prayers. Sister and Aunt Corrine

June 14, 2013

To all of Mr. Rodrigue's family and friends,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one and our alumnus. We are most grateful for all that he did to support deserving Engineering students here and other LSU Organizations. Our thoughts and sympathies are certainly with you. On behalf of the students, faculty and staff of the LSU College of Engineering and Dr. Richard J. Koubek, Dean, and Dr. Karsten Thompson, Department Chair of Petroleum Engineering.

Don Eisenberg

June 14, 2013

Mrs. Irene and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of Steven. He was a wonderful person. He was always willing to walk over and help my grandmother anytime with any problem. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and the entire family during your time of loss.

Diana Bouquet

June 14, 2013

Steven you have always been a good friend to myself and my family. You will be missed

Jamile Shaheen

June 14, 2013

Uncle Steve was a man of high moral integrity, humility, talent, and humor. He will always be thought of with kind memories and as one of the great role models that God allowed to touch our lives. We will miss you and know that you are still a part of our journey toward eternity with the Lord.

May God bless You, Aunt Gail, Joe, and John!

Donald Guidry

June 14, 2013

Mrs. Irene and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Ronnie and Nelwyn Hebert

June 13, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Steve was such a nice person and really inspired Hunter with sports and he will be missed. We are here for y'all if you need anything---GOD bless!

Paige Graham

June 13, 2013

Rest In Peace, Joe Willie!

June 13, 2013

Our deepest sympathy and strengthening prayers go out to all the Rodrigue family and friends.

Marie Touchette Firpi

June 13, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Rodrigue family. Even though I haven't seen him in a while, the memories of him and my brother Al will always be remembered. The stories they told always had us laughing!! RIP Steven

Heidi Safford

June 13, 2013

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE ENTIRE RODRIGUE FAMILY. THANK YOU STEVE FOR BEING A FANTASTIC HUSBAND TO MY DEAR FRIEND GaIL AND THE VERY BEST FATHER TO JOE AND JOHN. WHAT AN INCREDIBLE PERSON WE HAVE BEEN BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN HERE ON EARTH. A TRUE CHRISTIAN SOLDIER GIVEN TO US BY OUR LORD, JESUS CHRIST! THANK YOU LORD FOR SHARING ONE YOUR FINEST CREATIONS ALLOWED TO WALK AMONG US! I WILL MISS YOU MY FRIEND OF 21 YEARS!

Sheryl Melancon

June 13, 2013

"The world is a little less bright today". Even as we mourn your death we can't help but smile at the thought of you.

Kurt and Kema Bueche

June 13, 2013

My family has known the Rodriguez family for a long time and I want to extend my condolences to the entire family for your loss

Steffan Callegan

June 13, 2013

Family of Steven Rodrigue , may you all find comfort within each of your family member and friends in this difficult time. I know Mr. L.J. & Jesus met this great guy at the gates of heaven. Our prayers for Stevens wife and sons. God Bless you all.

Glenn & Ida Mae Stevens

June 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Perry and Julie Callahan Hebert

June 12, 2013

My prayers are with the Rodrigue family.

Donnie & Sylvia Ourso

June 12, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the Rodrigue family.

Ron Rivet

June 12, 2013

RIP Steven! I know he will be missed by all who knew him! He was always the life of the party and always had a smile on his face! I know God and his Dad met him with open arms! Coach Bolotte and I will always remember his days at WCHS! I know he took pride in all of his sports that he participated in! Coach Bolotte loved you Steven and always spoke so highly of you even in high school. He spoke of a wonderful young man you were and admired your parents for raising such fine children! You will always remain in our thoughts and prayers! We love you, Steven! Coach Bolotte and Ms. Celeste

Celeste Bolotte

June 12, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Steven and all his family. May God help all of you through this difficult time.

Regina Francise Villarreal

June 12, 2013

My sympathies and prays go out to the family. I remember Mr L J. And Mrs Irene like yesterday!

June 12, 2013

My condolences goes out to the family of Steven may you find comfort in this time of sorrow . Just know is Dad is waiting for him with open arms and is at peace with the Lord. Rest in peace Steven. You will be greatly miss by all.

Derley Barbier

June 12, 2013

We remember Steven being such a character and so full of joy and life. He was an awesome guy. His obituary was a beautiful and accurate testimony of who he was and what he did. We send all The Steven Rodrigue Family our most deepest sympathy at the most painful and most difficult time of your lives. We will have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. God please help all his loved ones he left behind to go on. Gone Too Soon, Steven, RIP.

Donna Daigle Soileau, his classmate, Elementary through Graduation 1979
Arlene and Aline Daigle

June 12, 2013

Even though the contact has been scarce as the years have passed, I still considered Steve a friend.

There is rarely a time when stories are being told, and the name "Joe Willie" doesn't come up. And it's always in a good way.

Because that's who he was: a good roommate, a good teammate, a good friend, and a good man. And I am going to miss him.

Sonny Gascon

June 12, 2013

Words cannot express how sorry we are about Steven. Steven was like a brother to me and only distance separated us. It was always so great to visit with him, hunt with him, and more recently, go to lunch with him. I have always respected Mr. L.J. and Mrs. Irene's family values, and I know Steven was a great Dad to Joseph and John also. I will miss him so much and will treasure all of our band and hunting memories. Our stories will be told for years. Gone too soon but never forgotten. We are praying for all of you Rodrigues that you will be comforted during this very difficult time.
Love, Steven and Charlene

Steven Eskine

June 12, 2013

To The Rodrigue Family:
May God bless you and comfort you in this time of sorrow. His joy and love of life will remain with you forever. My prayers will remain with your family. Take one day at a time and God will comfort you. May you find peace in your hearts.

Janet (J.J) Thibeau

June 12, 2013

It was my pleasure to know Steve through Cargill Salt. I was so impressed with the wonderful person that he was, and how he spoke so lovingly of his family. My heart goes out to his loved ones in their time of sorrow.

June 12, 2013

You all have my sincere deepest sympathy. He will be truly missed by everyone. Steven and his entire family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Drew Agosta

June 12, 2013

The Rodrigue family is in our prayers and thoughts. we have you on our prayer list at First Methodist Church of Plaquiemine

Clyde & Ellen Chauvin

June 12, 2013

My prayers are with Steven and his Family. All I have to say is look at the NickName "Joe Wille" Namath we tagged him with in our football days and that in itself will tell you of the great person he was and his fun loving ways.

bob stevens

June 12, 2013

TO THE RODRIQUE FAMILY
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY


THE O'BEAR FAMILY

WANDA O'BEAR

June 12, 2013

TO THE RODRIGUES AND FAMILY. WE WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR SYMPATHY TO U ALL. STEVEN WSS A VERY NICE PERSON. YOU AND STEVEN FAMILY WILL REMAIN IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAY ERS ALWAYS. RIP STEVEN.

MARIAN R. GUERCIO AND FAMILY

June 12, 2013

TO THE RODRIGUES AND FAMILY. WE WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR SYMPATHY TO U ALL. STEVEN WSS A VERY NICE PERSON. YOU AND STEVEN FAMILY WILL REMAIN IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAY ERS ALWAYS. RIP STEVEN.

MARIAN R. GUERCIO

June 12, 2013

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