Death Notices

RODRIGUES, Jose  (1925 - 2016) – passed away at the Norfolk General Hospital, Simcoe on Friday, December 2nd, 2016 in his 92nd year.  Beloved husband of the late Maria (nee Campos) Rodigues (2012).  Loving father and grandfather of Nazaré Heskett (Domingos) of Nixon, children Fred (Sara) & Rose (Jeff);  Tony Rodrigues (Fiorella) of Nixon, children Natt & Tony Jr.;  and Joe Rodrigues (Margaret) of Nixon, children Stacie Dertinger (Jeff) & Andrew (Michelle).  Proud great grandfather of Tyler, Avery, Tatum & Dane.  Jose will be lovingly remembered by his siblings Anna, Amelia, Rosa, Joaquim, Celestino and by many nieces, nephews & extended family.  Predeceased by his parents, the late Antonio & Justina Rodrigues, by siblings Maria, Alberto, Manual and by son-in-laws Bryon Heskett & Jim Underhill.  Friends are invited to share their memories of Jose with his family at the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe for visitation on Sunday, December 4th, 2016 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.  The rosary will be recited at 3:00 p.m.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parish, Delhi on Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Father Al Dufraimont as Celebrant.  Rite of Burial:  Delhi Cemetery.  Those wishing to donate in Jose’s memory are asked to consider the Cancer Support & Resource Program.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199