Ana Rodriguez Zurutuza

Ana Rodriguez Zurutuza was born to the late Mr. and Mrs. Jose and Juana Rodriguez in Guayama, Puerto Rico, before moving to the Bronx. She is one of 10 children.

Ms. Zurutuza married the late Bernardino Zurutuza in 1968 in St. Bridget’s Church in New York City. Together, they had four children, and Ms. Zurutuza is the very proud grandmother of four and great-grandmother of two! She worked as a cashier for 23 years and has been a dedicated member of Holy Cross Church for 49 years.

At Holy Cross Church, Ms. Zurutuza and her late husband started the church choir and the Good Friday Possession. She has also served as a Eucharistic Minister, Cursillista “De Colores,” Sagrado Corazon and serves her community by visiting the sick in their home and hospitals. She volunteered for six years at St. Vincent De Paul and is well known for her Hispanic cuisine.

Ms. Zurutuza has been a member of the New York Hispanic Choir for 33 years and counting, and is a strong advocate for homeowners in her community. She dedicates her free time to helping her community stay informed, and is often sought after when people need any kind of assistance.

No matter the situation or need, Ms. Zurutuza approaches it with enthusiasm and professionalism. She is, undoubtedly, a hard working go-getter with a heart of gold!