Daniel Rodriguez

Daniel A Rodriguez 72, of Santa Fe passed away peacefully on July 10, 2024.

He was born December 15, 1951. In Albuquerque, NM to Manuelita Trujillo and Avenicio Rodríguez. He was raised in Santa Fe, NM by his mother and stepfather Braulio Garcia and his four brothers.

Daniel was in the Navy during the Vietnam War and was extremely proud of his Military Service. Daniel retired from the NM State Education Department as an Executive Budget Analyst. He enjoyed going to the casino, playing slots, camping, fishing and spending time with his family. 

He is proceeded in death by his parents and stepfather, brothers George, Ray, Marty Rodriguez, In-Laws Isidoro and Emilia Gallegos brother in-law Lawrence Gallegos.

He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret, and their four children. Joseph Nieto ( Alyssa), Matthew Nieto ( Monique), David Rodríguez, Peter Rodríguez, his grandchildren Ty and Teke Nieto, Augustine and Jayde Nieto, Adam, Elijah, Tony, Nevyn, Jaedin and Lola Rodriguez. His brother Micheal Rodriguez. He is also survived by his brother in-law Miguel Gallegos (Laura) and their two children Adam and Joshua Gallegos.

Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. on Monday July 29, 2024, followed by the Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St Anne’s Church at 511 Alicia St, Santa Fe, NM proceeded by interment with full Military honors at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m.