Rev. Joseph G. Rodrigues

August 27, 1946 - April 21, 2017

Rev. Joseph G. Rodrigues, age 70, of Buckhannon, died Friday, April 21, 2017 at his home. He was born in Moundsville, WV on August 27, 1946, a son of the late Joseph and Evelyn M. Freeman Rodrigues. He was united in marriage on July 10, 2004, to Regina Healy Rodrigues who survives. In addition to his wife he is survived by one step daughter Jennifer Cassidy and her son Michael Cassidy of the home; three step sons: James Cassidy of Texas, John Cassidy of Connecticut, and Jesse Cassidy of Maine; In addition to the grandson Michael Cassidy, he is also survived by four other grandchildren and one great granddaughter; one sister Jan Smith of Wheeling; one nephew Scott Smith and one niece Lori Smith Linn and husband Tim; ten brothers-in law and nine sisters-in-law Rev. Rodrigues graduated from the Methodist Theological School in Ohio (Methesco) in May 1996. He served twelve years in the WV and East Ohio Conferences of the United Methodist Church. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the West Virginia Conference of The United Methodist Church for their recognition of Joe’s service and for their support at this time. In addition, the family would also like to express their deep appreciation to WV Hospice for the wonderful kindness and care they provided during this time of need. The family received friends on Monday, April 24, 2017 from 5-7:00 PM at the Heavner and Cutright Funeral Chapel. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at the Cornerstone Community Church with Pastor John Darnall and Pastor Mark Anderson officiating. Interment was in the Heavner Cemetery. At the request of the Rodrigues family, publication of this obituary was delayed until after the services were held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Promise Foundation, C/O WV Hospice, 6 Hartman Plaza, Buckhannon, WV 26201.