Carlos Manuel-Rodriguez Garcia

Carlos Manuel Rodriguez Garcia, lovingly known as 'Carlitos', passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 20, 2026. Carlitos was a devoted husband and a loving father whose life was centered entirely on his family. Everything he did was driven by his desire to care for and provide for those he loved. He found joy in the simple things like cooking for his family, sharing meals together, fishing, caring for animals, working on the farm, and growing crops from the land he loved. These moments reflected his strong work ethic, humble spirit, and deep love for home and family. Carlitos will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering devotion. Though he is no longer with us, his love and legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Maricela Guzman Garcia; his children, Carlos Manuel Rodriguez Machado, Carlos Javier Rodriguez Machado, Gonzalo Rodriguez Guzman, and Manuel Alejandro Rodriguez Guzman; and his stepson, Alexey Ruiz Guzman. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Langeland Sterenberg Funeral Home, Holland, Michigan. Burial to take place in North Holland Cemetery. Obituario Carlos Manuel Rodríguez Garcia, conocido con cariño como 'Carlitos', falleció inesperadamente el lunes, 20 de abril de 2026. Carlitos fue un esposo dedicado y un padre amoroso, cuya vida giró siempre en torno a su familia. Todo lo que hizo estuvo motivado por su deseo de cuidar y proveer para quienes más amaba. Encontraba alegría en las cosas sencillas: cocinar para su familia, compartir momentos juntos, pescar, cuidar de los animales, trabajar en la granja y cultivar la tierra que tanto apreciaba. Estas pasiones reflejaban su espíritu trabajador, su humildad y el profundo amor que sentía por su hogar. Carlitos será recordado por su bondad, generosidad y entrega incondicional. Aunque ya no esté físicamente con nosotros, su amor y su legado vivirán para siempre en nuestros corazones. Le sobreviven su esposa, Maricela Guzmán Garcia; sus hijos, Carlos Manuel Rodríguez Machado, Carlos Javier Rodríguez Machado, Gonzalo Rodríguez Guzmán y Manuel Alejandro Rodríguez Guzmán; y su hijastro, Alexey Ruiz Guzmán. La visitación se llevará a cabo de 11:00 a.m. a 1:00 p.m. el sábado, 2 de mayo de 2026, en Langeland Sterenberg Funeral Home, en Holland, Michigan. El sepelio se realizará en el Cementerio North Holland. www.langelandsterenberg.com

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Carlos Manuel-Rodriguez Garcia

December 10, 1973 - April 20, 2026