Lillian Jean Taylor Roddy, 79, of Riesel, was called by God to Heaven where she received her wings Thursday, December 21, 2023.
Visitation: 6-8PM Friday, December 29 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral Service: 1PM Saturday, December 30 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel, Burial will follow at Goshen Cemetery in Riesel.
She was (affectionately known as Baby Jean and Red Devil) born May 3, 1944 in Harrison Switch, TX to Albert and Lillian Taylor. She was the youngest of nine children. She attended Riesel and A.J. Moore High School, where she was known as a basketball star! She joined Goshen Presbyterian Church at a young age and was a member of the Usher Board.
July 5, 1964, Lillian married her grade school classmate, Raymond Roddy, and from this union six children were born: four sons and two daughters.
Lillian was a carpenter, an amazing cook, and a cheerleader for her children and grandchildren’s sports and school events. She loved playing Bingo, gardening, working in her flower beds, listening to music and dancing!
She was preceded in death by her parents; and seven siblings, Margret Degrate, Mary Pruitt, Blanche Williams, Warnell Taylor, Alfred Taylor, William “Alonzo” Taylor and Larry Taylor.
She leaves to carry on her legacy her husband of 61 years, Raymond Roddy, Sr.; children, Raymond Roddy, Jr., Kimberly J. Roddy, Rickie L. (Tiffhanie) Roddy, Randy N. Roddy, Ronnie J. Roddy and Karla K. Roddy; sister, Faye Etta Howard; brothers-in-law, Jerry Roddy, Roosevelt “Bug” Roddy; sisters-in-law, Rose (George) Hannah, Velma (Kenneth) Manual, Ethyl Roddy, Phyllis (Michael) Guyton and Lydia Roddy; 12 grandchildren, Shandrell Ritchie, Xavier Canada, Rickie Roddy, Jr., Ronnie Roddy, Jr., DaQuwan Mackey, Kerria Mackey, Chance Roddy, Brock Canada, Tarah Roddy, Ryan Roddy, Kinsley Roddy and Rosston Roddy; 12 great-grandchildren, Keyandre Roddy, Zayden Roddy, Alana Ritchie, Malia Roddy, Casey Roddy, Logan Roddy, Preston Roddy, Belle Ritchie, Braxton Roddy, Tyson Roddy, Roman Roddy and Anna Leigh Roddy; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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Dear Roddy Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was always kind and smiling when she would come up to TxDot I always enjoyed her. Our family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace.
Michele and Chris Starr and girls.
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Although I did not know her personally, I do know her sons. She raised a family of respected, hardworking people who contribute back to their community. Her family legacy says so much about this lady.
Lillian was caring, soft spoken and had a beautiful spirit. I remember how elegant she dressed and wore such beautiful hats. So to hear of her passing. Our prayers and condolences to the family and the entire Riesel community.
Lillian was caring, soft spoken and had a beautiful spirit. I remember how elegant she dressed and wore such beautiful hats. So to hear of her passing. Our prayers and condolences to the family and the entire Riesel community.
To my family. I send my sincere condolences in the homecoming of your wife, mother, grandmother, sister-in-law, and more. I will carry her smile and gentle spirit in my heart. May God continue to comfort the family during those difficult days ahead. Rest in peace dear Lillian. You have not lost her, God has her in His tender care.
Our prayers and sincerest condolences to such an amazing family. We will continue to lift you up in prayer as you go through this painful journey of grief and remembrance of such a beautiful, graceful and spirit-filled lady. I know she is proud of each and every one of you.
With much love and comfort,
I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. My prayers are with you during this time. May God continue to bless you and comfort you.
We are sending prayers. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.
I am praying for you all for comfort,peace and strength.
Sending my sincere condolences to the family!!! May you find peace in knowing that her soul is resting in the arms of the Lord. ❤️
My thoughts & prayers go out to you all! May God provide his strength & healing comfort and grace to each you during this difficult time!
May our condolences bring you comfort and may our prayers ease the pain of your loss.
We’ll always be there for your family.
George & Edna Long
Waco, Tx. (Harrison Community)
Our sincere condolences for your loss. What a great legacy she has left and I know you are all proud of her accomplishments. Blessings for the family. Fred and Leeann Rader.
I’m so sorry for your loss. The Roddy family have connections to me on both sides of my family. So I also send condolences to my aunt Marilyn Roddy and crew and to my aunt Lydia Roddy and her crew. I love you Kim Toddy. You are all in my prayers.
Lorretha Bible
I’m so sorry for your loss praying for you’ll to have the strength in this time.
Raymond, & Randy – We love y’all and our heart hurts for y’all. Our deepest sympathy to you and your siblings. Lifting your family up in prayer. May the fond memories of your beautiful mother bring you comfort in your time of grief.
TP & Melissa Holt
My prayers and sincerest condolences to the Roddy family. My kids went to school with most of the kids. My husband thought so much of your dad. I didn’t know your mom but she had to be a wonderful person to have raised such a nice family. I know she was proud of each and every one of you. What a reunion it will be when you are all together again.
To the RODDY family, sorry for your loss. Mrs. RODDY will be missed.
Ural and Charlene Hornsby Goshen Church.
May God continue to strengthen you all through this journey. God bless you all!
Dear Roddy Family,
So sorry for your loss. I was always fond of your mother and our prayers are with Randy, Raymond and the whole family.
Much Love and prayers.
Pam Smith
Dear Roddy Family,
So sorry for your loss. I was always fond of your mother and our prayers are with Randy, Raymond and the whole family.
Much Love ,
Pam Smith
My deepest sympathy for y’all’s family on the loss of your beautiful Mama. Whether it was TxDot, the bingo hall or birthday parties, she was always a pleasure to visit with. I read all of her talents and accomplishments and I got to say, she sure raised a good group of kids too! Love and prayers for your family during this very difficult time.
Roddy family I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.
LaKrisha “Kree” Thompson
Rev. OC and Connie Estelle Mack.
December 29,2023 10:00 pm
We send our sincere condolences to the family. What a wonderful and beautiful soul lost.
We will always remember her beautiful smile and great style. Her love will live on in you all. Raymond I remember the love you two shared, it was beautiful. May God Bless you all and give you peace.
So sorry for the family’s loss, but Heaven’s gain.
My condolences and prayers 🙏 for all of the Roddy Family. May each of you find Peace at this time in the arms of the Lord.