FALL RIVER … John Rodrigues, 69, of Fall River died February 1, 2008 after a long illness.
He was the husband of Constance (Desrosiers) Rodrigues.
He died at Charlton Memorial Hospital.
He was born in Fall River a son of the late John and Mary (Silvia) Rodrigues and had been a life long resident of Fall River.
He was employed as a heavy equipment operator in the construction field.
Mr. Rodrigues enjoyed fishing and boating.
Survivors include his wife, a son David Rodrigues of Fall River, a sister Wilheimina “Lee” Gosselin of Somerset, a grandson Dimitri Edward Rodrigues of New Bedford, several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Del Rodrigues.