Rosa M. Rodriguez, 77, beloved wife of the late Caesar Rodriguez, Sr., passed away on Friday January 31, 2019 at MidState Medical Center.

She was born on February 4, 1942 in Adjustas, Puerto Rico and resided in Meriden for the last 40 years. Rosa was a parishioner of St. Rose of Lima Church. She held several jobs, most recently she worked at Thompson Chocolate Factory. Rosa liked working and was dedicated to every position she held. Most important to Rosa was spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed going out to dinner, visiting at home and celebrating special days with everyone. A loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Friend, Rosa will be greatly missed.

Mrs. Rodriguez is survived by her two daughters: Mayra Fraticelli and her husband Antonio of Meriden, Melba Rodriguez of Meriden; her son Caesar Rodriguez, Jr. of Meriden; two sisters: Blanca Aponte of NJ, Layda Montijo of PR; a brother, Jose Santiago of Meriden; four cherished grandchildren: Jemari Francore and her husband Peter, Ivette Gonzalez, Suli Rodriguez, Jamilette Rodriguez; six cherished great grandchildren: Liz, Leah, Josias, Mia, Bree and Eli and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Thursday February 6th from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Stempien Funeral Home, 450 Broad St., Meriden. To send an online expression of sympathy please visit www.stempienfuneralhome.com .