Gilbert (Coyote) Rodriguez passed away May 10, 2011 in Salinas. He is survived by his wife Veronica; children Gilbert (Michelle), and Chardonnay: mother Esther Rodriguez; grandfather of Jordan and Summer; brother of Jim, John, Charlie, Fred, Lupe, Connie, and Jose. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father Isidro Rodriguez;
Coyote was very giving to all he met. He enjoyed sports, fishing and travelling to exotic locations. But most of all he loved spending time with his family and the farming community of Salinas Valley.

A Memorial Service will be held at 5pm Saturday, May 14 at Habing Family Funeral Home, Gilroy.