Luis A. Rodriguez-Vazquez

August 9, 1932 - November 1, 2025

Luis A. Rodriguez-Vazquez, 93, of Trenton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Serenity Hospice Inpatient Unit at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Hamilton, surrounded by his loving family.

Born and raised in Naranjito, Puerto Rico, Luis proudly served his country after graduating from high school by joining the United States Army. Following his honorable discharge, he made his home in Brooklyn New York, where he dedicated many years to a fulfilling career with the U.S. Postal Service until his retirement. After retiring in 1993,  Luis returned to Puerto Rico to enjoy time with his extended family and the island he loved so dearly. In 2009, he settled in New Jersey, where he continued to build cherished memories and remained for the rest of his life. Luis was a musician at heart, with a deep love for the guitar. In his younger years, he even composed his own music, pouring his soul into every note. Beyond his passion for music, Luis enjoyed both playing and watching baseball and boxing, and he never passed up the chance for a good game of bowling. Above all, he cherished his family — especially his beloved grandchildren, who brought him endless joy.

Predeceased by his parents, his 13 siblings, and his beloved son, John Barbosa; he is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Ramona Camacho; his children, Denise Rodriguez and husband, Matt Labib; son, Roberto Barbosa and companion, Elizabeth; and his 4 children from his first marriage, Albert, Luis, Mike and Roja; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Lydia Franceschi and Gerardo Hernandez; grandchildren, Isabella and Maxx Labib and Rosie Rodriguez; many other grandchildren, in the USA and Puerto Rico; as well as other relatives and dear friends.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, 151 North Warren Street, Trenton, NJ, 08608.

Visitation for family and friends will be held on immediately prior the mass from 8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. at the church

Interment will follow in Colonial Memorial Park, Hamilton, NJ.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Buklad-Merlino Memorial Homes, Hamilton.

There will be no services at the funeral.  All services will take place in the church.

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