Posted by ">Latest News on January 10, 2005 at 12:12:49
The following is being posted by The Family regarding Ricky's death:
The Family International is sad to announce the recent death of Ricky Rodriguez, (son of Maria David, who with her husband is the administrative and spiritual overseer of The Family International), and Angela Smith, Family member of over 30 years. Ricky (1975-2005) committed suicide after taking Angela's life. The tragic circumstances surrounding their untimely deaths have brought much grief and heartbreak to Ricky's mother and relatives, as well as Angela's family.
Ricky withdrew from The Family fellowship in 2000 in order to pursue his education and other interests. Although he departed on good terms, he later became estranged from his mother and sister.
In these moments of tragedy, Ricky's family draws comfort from the timeless promises of the Bible, knowing that he and Angela have passed into the realm of eternal justice and peace. As our dear Lord promised, “I am the Resurrection, and the Life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth in Me shall never die.” (John 11:25). We wish to express our heartfelt condolences to the families of both Angela and Ricky.
