Luis R Lopez Rodriguez's Obituary
Luis R. Lopez Rodriguez, departed this life peacefully on July 1st, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by his family with love. Luis was born on September 16, 1946, in Camuy, Puerto Rico, to Miguel Lopez and Fransisca Rodriguez. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, preceded in death by his parents Miguel and Fransisca his brother Miguel Lopez and his wife, Aurora Hernandez, of 58 years. He is survived by his children, Luis Lopez, Maria Lopez, grandchildren, and brothers Hector Lopez and Rafael Lopez.
At a young age, Luis developed a fascination and love for cars, which lasted his whole life. Luis was an extremely hard worker, dedicated and determined to provide for his family. He was a retired, gifted mechanic, handy man, who took immense pride in his craft and was a mentor to many. He will be remembered for his love and passion for cars to all who knew him.
Despite his physical challenges, caused by illness, and as long as he was capable, he remained determined not to let obstacles stop him from doing what he loved. He faced his challenges with courage and will always be remembered for his strength and resilience. His love, strength, and dedication to his family will continue to guide us. Not a day will go by that he will not be missed. He taught us to never give up and keep fighting and that is what we will continue to do.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 10th, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home & Cemetery, 1589 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Followed by a service where he will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Aurora.
“you can’t walk
this earth anymore…
but I can.
So I walk for the both of us,
with love, with purpose.
with you in my heart
every step that I take.”
Luis R. López Rodriguez, falleció pacíficamente el 1 de julio de 2025, a la edad de 78 años, rodeado de amor por su familia. Luis nació el 16 de septiembre de 1946 en Camuy, Puerto Rico, hijo de Miguel López y Fransisca Rodríguez. Fue un amado esposo, padre y abuelo, precedido en la muerte por sus padres Miguel y Fransisca, su hermano Miguel López y su esposa, Aurora Hernández, de 58 años casados. Le sobreviven sus hijos, Luis López, María López, sus nietos y hermanos Héctor López y Rafael López.
Desde muy joven, Luis desarrolló una fascinación y amor por los autos que perduró toda su vida. Luis era un gran trabajador, dedicado a mantener a su familia. Era un mecánico jubilado y talentoso, que estaba inmensamente orgulloso de su oficio y fue mentor de muchos. Será recordado por su amor y pasión por los autos por todos los que lo conocieron.
A pesar de sus desafíos físicos, causados por enfermedad, y mientras fue capaz, permaneció decidido a no dejar que los obstáculos le impidiera hacer lo que amaba. Enfrentó sus desafíos con valentía y siempre será recordado por su fuerza y resiliencia. Su amor, fuerza y dedicación a su familia seguirán guiándonos. No pasará un día sin que lo extrañemos. Nos enseñó a nunca rendirnos y a seguir luchando y continuaremos haciéndolo.
Su funeral se llevará a cabo el jueves 10 de julio de 2025 a las 11:30 a.m. en Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home & Cemetery, 1589 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Seguido de un servicio donde será enterrado junto a su amada esposa, Aurora.
No puedes caminar
esta tierra ya…
pero yo puedo.
Así que caminaré por los dos,
con amor, con propósito.
contigo en mi corazón
en cada paso que doy.
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