Avelina Rodriguez's Obituary
Avelina Rodriguez, 76, passed away April 8, 2017. She was born June 23, 1940 in Tampa, Florida to the late Jose Celino Valdez and Natalia Martinaud. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by 14 siblings.
Avelina was a lifelong resident of Tampa. She was a Catholic and enjoyed arts & crafts, sewing, camping and traveling.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Lucette Lowery (Johnny); and Selina Rodriguez (David), all of Tampa; brothers, Roland Valdez (Debbie); and Henry Valdez (Robert) all of Riverview; grandsons, Johnny and David Santos; and great granddaughter, Ava Marie Lowery.
Interment will be private. Arrangements are being handled by Sunset Funeral Home, 11005 N. US Highway 301, Thonotosassa, Florida 33592.
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