Nellie E. Rodrigues

RODRIGUES, Nellie
1934 – 2022
Nellie passed away at home in Omaha after a long bout with cancer. Nellie was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, daughter, Helen Lubash, son Charlie and Grandson Bobby Rodrigues. She is survived by her son Tony (Trish) and daughter, Eva (Steve) Vachal. A child of Mexican born parents of Thomas Esparza and Evarista Deanda.

Nellie was born in Arkansas City, KS along with 10 other siblings. She had a great childhood with great stories of playing with her siblings, climbing trees, running through fields and exploring her world. Fast forward and she married Robert Rodrigues and had 4 children. She had worked for Western Electric for over 25 years, retiring early to live her life of gardening, traveling and enjoying her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She lived her life just as she wanted, doing the things she loved. Her life was full, she was blessed.

VISITATION: Friday, June 10, 2022 from 5-7:00pm at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel)

FUNERAL MASS: Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 10:00am at St. Bernadette Catholic Church (7600 S. 42 St.)

INTERMENT: St. John’s Cemetery

Following the Graveside Service, please join the family back at church for a luncheon.

Braman Mortuary - Southwest Chapel
6505 S. 144 St.
Omaha, NE 68137
402-895-3400