Steve A. Rodriguez, 86, passed away on June 19, 2026, in Laramie, Wyoming.
He was born in 1939 in the San Luis Valley of Colorado to Robert Chavez Rodriguez and Aurelia Madrid Rodriguez.
Steve graduated from Laramie High School and later attended Plumbers and Pipefitters School in Cheyenne, Wyoming. In 1966, he joined UA Local 192 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union. He received a certificate of completion of apprenticeship in the trade of plumber in September 1970. He worked in the plumbing and pipefitting trade for many years with various companies before retiring from the University of Wyoming in 1999.
Steve loved the outdoors and especially enjoyed camping and fishing in the Snowy Range Mountains. He was an enthusiastic and vocal supporter of his children at their sporting events, often the loudest voice whether he was in the stands or on the sidelines. He was known for his friendly smile and sense of humor, always ready with a joke or a good story, and could be counted on to bring Bugles and bean dip to any gathering.
On October 13, 1962, Steve married Sherrill Anne Cotton. Together they had three children: Jo Marie Paintin (James), Tim Rodriguez (Sue), and Amy Rodriguez. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jenifer Paintin, J.R. Paintin, and J.D. Paintin (Kimberly); his brother, Sam Rodriguez (Nan); and many loving family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings: Bernice Lucero, June Zeitlin, Robert A. Rodriguez, Evelyn Irene Rodriguez, and Charles A. Rodriguez.
A private family burial will be held at a later date.
sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed having conversations with him. Usually ended up talking about his kids and Tim still playing hockey
Steve was one of my favorite people back in the 50’s high school years. An outstanding person. Maureen Knight MacMillan
Even though it’s been 50 plus yrs since I saw him I still remember him as one of the nicest, caring, friendly and understandimg individual that I’ve met in my lifetime!!! He was a wonderful person and will definately be as such in heaven!!! Hope to see him again there soon.
I am sorry for your loss. I only knew Steve kind soul who would talk with me with I shopped at Safeway or Walmart. I loved listening to his stories and all he would offer. Always a kind word, with a see you next time and take care. Prayer to his family. I will miss seeing him around.
So very sorry for your loss and praying for your comfort during this time. Duane and Margy Toro
Sorry for your loss. Steve was a classmate and was kind and pleasant to me at all times. Sharon Attebery
We are sorry for you loss, Steve was one of the nicest people we've ever met.
Prayers for the family, May Steve rest in peace!
So sorry for your loss. I remeber having coffee with him at Fosters' Country Corner for years while I was employed at the Wyoming National Guard. It was with great sadness that the last time I saw him in May, I felt he did not recognize me. I am sure he is enjoying this next level, joking with everyone there with him. A great fellow that will be missed by many. Lew Lyon
Sorry for your family's loss. I pray you'll find comfort and be left with fond memories.
I'll always remember Steve as being such a sweet cousin. Always so kind. He lived a long life. Sending prayers to all his family. Love you all.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time. Steve a a wonderful man and a joy to work with at UW.