Jean Yves Rodrigue

Jean Yves Rodrigue, 91, of Southington, CT, beloved husband to the late Vivian "Dolly" (Rund) Rodrigue, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2024 at Monsignor Bojnowski Manor in New Britain. He was born in Beauceville, Quebec, Canada on September 12, 1933 to the late Oram and Yvette (Auclair) Rodrigue.

Jean moved to the United States as a teen where he completed his schooling and entered the United States Army. Jean served the country as a Military Police officer during the Korean Conflict. He was a hardworking man who retired from Philips Technology after many years of employment as a CNC machinist.

Jean was a self-educated Jack of all trades, who loved woodworking and forever remodeling and adding on to his home. Any car or small engine problems, he fixed it himself. He had many hobbies and interests, as a young man he joined a group of men who taught themselves how to trade stocks and be good stewards of their finances, he loved the stock market. He had a great love for flashy cars, music, spending time outdoors and finding different ways to perfect his grilling skills. He enjoyed playing cards while telling stories of his childhood in Canada and his visits to Canada to be with family & friends. He also enjoyed target shooting at the Bell City Rifle Club in Southington. He had a great interest in astrology and was always eager to learn as much as he could regarding it. His family will miss him dearly.

Jean is survived by two children, daughter, Gail Verderame and son, Dean Rodrigue and his wife Lisa, nine grandchildren; Christopher Rodrigue and his wife Rachel, Ariana, Alvaro, Alivia and Ace Rodrigue, as well as Carl Verderame III and his wife Kate, Marlene Verderame and Michael Verderame and his wife Elisabeth. He leaves to cherish his memory nine great-grandchildren; Cristian, Gabriella, Madalin, Shane, Carson, Camden, Jamison, Carl IV and Crosby. He is also survived by his brother, Marc Rodrigue and his husband Kirk, sister, Diane Swingle and his special aunt, Terry Auclair, whom he made so many treasured memories with. In addition to his wife Dolly, Jean was predeceased by his sister, Darielle and son-in-law, Carl Verderame Jr.

Jean’s family wishes to offer a heartfelt thank you to his caregiver and friend, Kathy Deptula, for the many years she spent caring for him with love and great respect.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jean's memory may be made to the American Legion Post 72, 64 Main St., Southington, CT 06489, or by going to www.kiltonicpost72.org and clicking "Donate" at the bottom of the page.

A memorial service will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024 at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville. Burial with military honors will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery, Southington. Calling hours will be held prior to the service from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. For online condolences and directions, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.