Rodrigo Suarez's Obituary
Rodrigo Suárez Báster, a member of the 1952 House of Representatives of Cuba before the revolution. Beginning his professional life as a teacher in Cuba’s Holguin rural interior, Suárez Báster became involved with the Partido Liberal, eventually rising through the political ranks to serve in public office. Suárez Báster has been politically active within the Hialeah community since his exile, in addition to his work as a teacher and accountant.
Rodrigo leaves behind 4 daughters, 3 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. When he arrived in the US, he worked nonstop so his daughter could have a better in life a free country but his heart was always in Cuba. He was a mentor to everyone he met.
Rodrigo Suarez was the consummate Cuban patriot. His feeling of love, devotion and his attachment to his Cuban roots which he instilled in his daughters and grandchildren.
2/21/1930 – 10/10/2023
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