Julia was born in Santa Maria, Texas on September 7, 1930. Julia was a loving mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, and great- great grandmother. Many described Julia as a selfless person with a heart of gold. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and caring for her grandchildren. Julia enjoyed some time at the casinos, where she played bingo. Julia entered eternal life on August 13, 2020 at her home in Shafter surrounded by her loving family. Julia is survived by her children, Margarita (Jesus) Hernandez, Esperanza Alaniz, Frank (Gail) Rodriguez Jr. Richard Rodriguez, Oscar (Cory) Rodriguez, Mary (Juan) Castillo, Carlos Rodriguez, Carmen (Armando) Felix, Raul (Sandy) Rodriguez, Gloria (Mark) Gonzalez; honorary children, Rachel Gonzalez, Noe Gonzalez, Jesse (Sophia) Rodriguez; many granchildren, great- grandchildren, great- great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ramon Saldivar and Angelita Yanez; husband, Franciso G. Rodriguez; son, Robert Rodriguez; brothers, Maurio Saldivar, Ramon Saldivar, Oscar Saldivar.