Did you know…
In 1980 Reggie Rodriguez Park was named after a Montebello resident who served in the United
States Marine Corps, Lance Corporal Reginald Joseph Rodriguez?
Reggie Rodriguez was Born on October 15th, 1948 a young man Reggie attended Montebello
Junior High School where he joined the school band as a drummer. With his musical talents and
natural charm Reggie became a popular kid in school before graduating from Montebello High
School in 1967. An all American boy proud to serve just like his two brothers, Reggie joined the
United States Marines soon after graduation and like many of his era was sent to Vietnam.
