Ricardo Cardona Rodriguez, 64, was one of 26 people killed during the mass shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, on November 5, 2017. A long‑time churchgoer, he and his wife frequently attended Bible study and social events at the congregation; his wife, identified as Therese Sagan Rodriguez, 66, was also among the victims. Multiple official listings name Ricardo Cardona Rodriguez on the Texas Department of Public Safety victim registry.

The shooter, identified as Devin Patrick Kelley, walked into the church armed and opened fire, killing 26 people and wounding 22 others. Kelley fled briefly but was pursued by civilians and later died by suicide in his vehicle; no arrests were made. Ricardo Cardona Rodriguez is described only as a victim present during worship and not connected to any criminal activity.

If anyone knew Ricardo or his family, or has memories of him at the church, please share what you can to help remember his life.