Born in October 17, 1956, in Austin, Texas
Passed March 27, 2025, in Melbourne, Florida
Pedro Rodela was born October 17, 1956, to Pedro and Isabel Rodela, and passed away on March 27, 2025.
He is proceeded in death by his parents, Pedro and Isabel Rodela and sisters Christina Cruz and Linda Torres.
Peter (as he was better known as) is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Cindi Rodela. His legacy also continues with his sons Christopher Rodela and his wife Roochira Rodela, James Rodela; along with his daughters Brandi Rodela and her fiancée John Gray, and Priyanka Parikh. Peter is also survived by his bother Jimmy Rodela.
During his life, Peter also was loved by his two granddaughters Ria and Isha Rodela. Peter loved his entire family, from his brothers and sisters-in-law to all of his nieces and nephews; his love even extended to the friends of his children. Peter was a very kind and loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Peter proudly served in the U.S. Army, where he met Cindi, and together, they created his legacy that will continue to live on.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Pedro’s life will be from 5 pm until 7 pm on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Brownlie Maxwell Funeral Home, 1010 E. Palmetto Avenue, Melbourne, Florida 32901.
10 entries.
Priyanka Parikh
from Jacksonville wrote on April 1, 2025:
I am incredibly blessed to have been taken into your family as a daughter and to have had another father figure in my life. Thank you, Dad for showing your love and kindness towards Spartacus and me. We will always miss you and will miss reading your mind. Love you, Priyanka and Spartacus.
Ryan A. Wolbing
from Rockledge wrote on April 1, 2025:
Dearest Rodela family,
We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. During this time of loss and grief hold onto the cherished memories and stories of your time together, knowing that sharing these precious tales will help to heal your hearts. We will be here to pray for you, support you, cry with you, laugh with you and love you.
In our hearts always,
Ryan, Mike, Sabrina and Hailey
Brian Rodela
from Palm Bay wrote on March 31, 2025:
Love you Dad! I'm gonna miss watching bad movies with you, talking football, and coming up with all sorts of bad ideas together. Wish I could hug you one last time. Goodbye Dad.
Isha Rodela
from Palm Bay wrote on March 31, 2025:
Papa was a great Papa. I love Papa so much. I wish he was still here. Miss you Papa 💖
Ria Rodela
from Palm Bay wrote on March 31, 2025:
Papa was the best Papa in the world. He always wanted to steal our stuffies and tickle us .I could not have ever replace him he was the best one ever ❤️
Roochira Rodela
from Palm Bay wrote on March 31, 2025:
Love you and miss you lot Dad! You were the best Father in law any girl could ask for. You never treated me like your daughter in law, always treated me like your daughter...for that I will forever be grateful and consider myself very lucky. I loved how you often took my side over Brian's...lol, made me feel like we had a special bond. Love you lots, you will be missed forever. 😢 ❤️
Michelle Ruth
from PALM BAY wrote on March 31, 2025:
Thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Michelle Ruth
from PALM BAY wrote on March 31, 2025:
Thoughts and prayers to all at this most difficult time. Thinking of you.
Cathy Buce
from Melbourne wrote on March 30, 2025:
Sorry for your loss
ricky l farns
from Hampstead wrote on March 29, 2025:
Born in October 17, 1956, in Austin, Texas