Jan 08, 1948---Jul 07, 2023

Diana was born January 8th, 1948, to Faraon and Sofia (Castro) Falcon in Mcallen, Texas. She grew up in the Kansas City, Missouri Sacred Heart neighborhood and was the eldest to her three siblings. In January of 1965 she married John Rodriguez. They shared their life together in the Westport area of KCMO and were married for 58 years. She and John raised their three children in their home on Genessee Street.

After retiring from Kansas City Hospice she devoted her time as a caregiver to both her parents and Aunt Minnie Lanham till their passing.  Diana enjoyed trips to the casino, shopping, and visiting South Texas also known as the Valley. She was drawn to the warm weather and beach, it was truly her happy place. Family was very important to Diana. Birthdays, weddings, Baptisms, graduations, and important milestones she made sure they were celebrated and never forgot. 

Diana passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, John Rodriguez, brother, Faraon (Marie) Falcon of Borger, Texas, sister, Gloria Aguilar of Kansas City, MO, and Robert. Children, Dianna (Mark) Andresen of Shawnee, KS, John Jr. (Natalie) of Lenexa, KS, and Rico (Angela) of Kansas City, MO. Grandchildren, Kaleb, Little Rico, Elysia, Xavier, Zachery, Sophia, Cisco, and Haden.

Visitation will be held at 10:30 a.m., with the Rosary prayed at 11:15 a.m. and Memorial Service following at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, July 14, at the Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia Lenexa, KS. Inurnment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Lenexa, KS with luncheon afterwards at IBEW Local Union 124, 301 East 103rd Terrace, Kansas City, Missouri 64114. 

In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care 9001 Stateline Road Suite 300 Kansas City, MO 64114.



Condolences

Naomi Talley Jul 10, 2023

Friend ,Raytown ,Missouri

Deepest sympathy to the family for loss of good friend Diana. I have known her since our children were in grade school. My family and I were able to visit with her and John this past December 2022 when came to a celebration for Courtney’s birthday. So happy to see her and John and catch up on each other’s lives. Will always remember her smiling face.

Pat (Cabrera) Holmes Jul 10, 2023

Friend ,Raytown ,Missouri

I extend my deepest sympathy to you John, your son's , Gloria & family. I pray that God will comfort you. May you Rest in Peace. With much love ?? Pat

robert gutierrez Jul 10, 2023

BFF ,Kansas City ,Missouri

Dianna will be missed by me and Barbara she was a great person in our lives and was a true friend. She was always there when we were so involved with the kids at G A school always there to pitch in for our school activities and she was so near to both me and Barbara we will miss her and will continue to keep her in our prayers

Victoria Rodriguez Jul 10, 2023

Friend ,Roeland Park ,Kansas

My condolences to the Rodriguez family. We will keep you in our prayers.

John & Vicky Henrikson Jul 10, 2023

Rico, Angela, Rico, Javey and Cisco- We are so saddened to here about the loss of your loved one. Our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love you. Uncle John & Aunt Vicky

Alex Briones Jul 10, 2023

My prayers and thought go out to the Rodriguez family!

Anna Sanchez Jul 10, 2023

Cousin ,Austin ,Texas

Sending you all my deepest sympathies. Praying that God wraps his loving arms around you in peace and comfort. Hugs and love to you!

Yvette & Nick Burr Jul 10, 2023

Close family friends ,Blue Springs ,Missouri

I'm so very sorry for your loss, Di was like an aunt to all of us. We have many memories of her in our life that we will cherish forever. She was an amazing woman & told you like it is. She didn't hold back, we could always count on her for whatever we needed or our folks needed, she was there. We will miss her so much, we will be there for Uncle John & all of you. Di you are free & pain free, watch over all of us. Rest peacefully Di, Love you always

Jeannie Loya Jul 10, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

John Joe, I was so sorry to hear about Diana, please accept my deepest condolences. May your memories bring you comfort in the days to come, and may she Rise in Glory! Your friend, Jeannie Loya

Fay Townsend Jul 10, 2023

My sincerest condolences Dena. Praying for comfort and strength for you and your family.

Rose ( Rodriguez) Olvera Jul 10, 2023

My thoughts & prayers to John Joe, their children, & both families on Diana’s passing. May the Lord comfort you at this time, my deepest sympathy to all.

Celia Y Rodriguez Jul 11, 2023

Friend ,KANSAS CITY ,Missouri

Diana, thank you for pouring all of your love and life into everyone and everything to make us all feel like family. Thank you for loving my mom the way you always did, you were a true friend to her. I am forever blessed and grateful to have been in your life and prayers. Sending out love prayers strength and peace to you and yours today & always. If there's anything I can do to help, just ask❤️

Rich & Pat Chavez Jul 11, 2023

Friends ,Kansas city ,Missouri

So sorry for the loss of Diana. May she rest in peace and God bless her. Our condolences to the family.

Jessie Briones Echavarria Jul 11, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

My condolences to all the family and my prayers are with you all.

Patti and Joe Gutierrez Jul 12, 2023

Friend ,Westwood ,Kansas

Our condolences to John Joe, the Rodriguez family and Gloria. Diana was a bright light to all her family and friends. May she at last Rest In Peace.

Joe Rodriguez Jul 12, 2023

Thank you Diana for always making me feel like I was a part of the family. May you Rest In Peace.

Patrick Whisler Jul 12, 2023

Nephew ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Aunt Diana, you will be extremely missed by all that knew you. I’m not exactly sure how long it has been since I last saw you but you were always so kind and inviting when I was a child. I never felt unwelcome. Thank you for that. I will always remember your kindness, your smile, and how much uncle John loved you. Rest in peace Aunt Diana.

Joe & Belinda Castro Jul 12, 2023

Cousin ,Houston ,Texas

Our deepest condolences to John Joe and all the Rodriguez Family. Our prayers are with all of you. Joe & Belinda Castro - Houston, Texas

Jiles/ Diane Dunn Jul 13, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

Condolences to John and family, Diana was a beautiful happy woman so blessed to visit with her last December Had a chance to reminisce our times at 3&2 Baseball field , RIP Diana

todd henke Jul 14, 2023

Friend ,Shawnee ,Kansas

So sorry for your loss. Losing a parent make your feel like shit but if you think about the love and great times that came with the soul of of parent mourning can turn to happiness. She rests in a better place than here.

Elida and Ralph Paredes (Vargas) Jul 14, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

On behalf of the Josefina and Margarito Vargas families we send our condolences to the Rodriguez family. May God wrap his arms around Diana and receive her in his blessed hands. En paz descansé. The Vargas Family

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Event:
Visitation
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia St.
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Jul 14, 2023
Time:
10:30 AM
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Event:
Memorial Service
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia St.
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Jul 14, 2023
Time:
11:30 AM
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