July 8, 1932 - March 27, 2024

Ismael Robledo passed away peacefully with his family by his side in San Jose at 91 years of age. He was born in Alpine and was a veteran of the Air Force.

He will be remembered for his remarkable soul, kindness, smile, and generosity. He was a great listener with a razor-sharp mind, and we could always count on his impeccable memory to recall dates and names that we couldn’t recall.

He was a maestro of melody who strummed the strings and keys of both guitar and accordion with passion. Home was his sanctuary, where his singing filled every room and the news of MSNBC, or the timeless tales of his beloved westerns rang throughout. Nothing brought him more joy than receiving Snapchats from his grandchildren, each image a glimpse into their world, followed by a text message or call that never failed to light up his face with his infectious smile.

Ismael is reunited with his beloved wife of 50 years, Marge Robledo; son, Manuel Robledo; and his sweet Schnauzer, Reina in heaven.

He is survived by his children, Ernest Robledo, Lucinda Callaghan (Thomas Prudell), Rita Milazzo (John); and his stepdaughter, Monica Ramos (Kilos); grandchildren, Rachel Ryan (Nick), Lena and Victoria Robledo, Karen Callaghan, Brianna, Marcus and Marissa Milazzo, and Ruben, Rolando, and Rita Ramos; greatgrandchildren, Colt, and Palmer Ryan; and grand dogs, Mia Milazzo, Zoey and Tito Callaghan. Private services have been held.