Dora Hughes
September 15, 1954 ~ July 6, 2022
Dora E. Rodriguez-Baker-Hughes, 67, of Mooresville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 6th, at her home with her daughter Melanie by her side. Born to Juan and Maria Rodriguez of Texas, on September 15th, 1954, the apple of her father’s eye, Dora came to Indiana with her parents where she graduated from Ben Davis High School. She received her undergraduate degree in education from IUPUI before attending Ball State University, where she earned her Masters.
Dora served as an educator in the Foreign Language department for over thirty years at Carmel High School, north of Indianapolis. While there, she also tutored and worked to make sure her students had every opportunity. Over the course of her career, Dora received many awards for her exceptional teaching.
Smiling to the end, Dora wrote several books in Spanish. Her true joy was in the love for her family, her grandchildren, and Mauser, her German Shephard. She was a shining inspiration to all, especially her family and students.
Dora is preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Maria Rodriguez; son Beau Rodriguez; and brother Johnny Rodriguez.
She is survived by her sons James Baker and Johnny Rodriguez; daughter Melanie Tinsley; brothers Robert Rodriguez and Danny Rodriguez; sisters Norma Lively-Wainwright (Scott), Diana Mosteller (Louis), Mary Frederick (Marvin), and Frances Stewart (Donny), Rosa Berry (Bill); and grandchildren Taylor Johnson (Nick), and Haley Tinsley; and nieces Maria Reagan (Jacob), Felicia Jines (Chris), along with many more nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will gather to receive visitors at Carlisle Branson from 4-7 pm, Tuesday July 12th. Funeral services will be the following day, Wednesday July 13th, at 12 pm at Carlisle Branson. Burial will follow at West Newton Cemetery at 6701 West Milton St., West Newton IN 46183.
Final arrangements and services are entrusted to Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
***High Street is CLOSED due to a major road improvement project. Please access the funeral home from Indiana Street or South Street by using the alleys that are adjacent to the funeral home. Large directional signs are in place to direct you to the funeral home parking lot. Thank you for your patience.***
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Dora was a wonderful teacher and friend. She loved her students and gave her all to be sure each felt special. It was a pleasure working with her for so many years at Carmel HS. Rest In Peace my friend. Carol Clemens
I just want to say that I enjoyed teaching Spanish with Dora for 12 years at Carmel. She was always cheerful and her students loved her. We had fun and shared a great trip with 3 other Spanish teachers to New Mexico for an IB training session. She will be missed. Prayers for all of her grieving family.
I am so sorry to hear of Dora’s passing. I taught in the Business Dept. At Carmel H.S. she always had a smile on her face. We would always love talking about our families and just having a great conversation. She was a special teacher. I know she loved her family and students. Prayers for Dora and her family.
Thank you so much for your kind words
I remember her visiting you on spring break. And many more great memories of all her teacher friends and students.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure to work with Dora for many years at Carmel High School. Her laugh was so contagious and she laughed a lot. She loved her students and they loved her back! My condolences! Angelika Becker
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. We hope God gives tte strength during this difficult time RIP
I just learned of Dora’s passing and my prayers are with you as you grieve her loss. I taught with Dora at Carmel. She was a strong woman and an excellent teacher! She expected the best from her students, and in return they rose to her expectations. Her students loved having her as a teacher. Dora had a warm smile and her laugh was great! I enjoyed working with her. I’m so very sorry for your loss. Jennifer Denison