Biography:
Randall Miguel Rojas Vasquez, lovingly known as “El Padre” by his grandson, who bears his namesake, entered eternal rest on March 13th, 2025. He was a devoted husband, loving son, and protective older brother. He was also an adoring father to two boys, who have grown into incredible young men.
Born November 13th, 1978, in Grecia, Costa Rica, Randall was known among his family and friends for his warm heart, exuberant spirit, and limitless passion for living life. He was always there to offer a helping hand or a listening ear to people, whether they were longtime friends or his newest acquaintances. His boisterous laugh and love for storytelling always brought joy to those around him.
After his parents immigrated to the United States and settled in Houston, Texas in 1981, Randall attended and graduated from Klein Forest High School, where he excelled in football and soccer. After graduating from the University of Houston in 2003, Randall charted a professional path spanning over two decades in the banking industry. His work was not just a job but a platform for him to lead fundraising and educational initiatives across the Gulf Coast for underserved communities and people in need.
In 1999, he became a father for the first time and welcomedhis son, Estevan, with Angela (Franco) Zepeda. They were together until he was three but continued to co–parent, always keeping Estevan’s best interests at heart. Randall later met Shari and his second son, Tyler. He and Shari celebrated their nuptials in 2015 in his cherished homeland of Costa Rica (Pura Vida!) In 2022, the love in Randall’sheart infinitely expanded upon the arrival of his first and only grandchild, Lucas.
Randall spent his free time proudly cheering on his Houston Cougars, traveling around the globe, and blocking shots as the goalkeeper for numerous soccer teams in various leagues across the Houston area. Randall also enjoyed volunteering and finding ways to give back to the city and his alma mater. His passion for his community was vast, but his love for family and friends was even more boundless. His infectious smile, endless charisma, and commitment to making sure everyone had fun left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Randall’s legacy lives on in the memories of his loved ones. He is preceded in passing by his beloved grandmother, Magdalena. He is survived by his parents, Miguel and Rocio Vasquez-Rojas; his wife, Shari Bigelow-Rojas; his brother, Ernesto Rojas and his husband Richard de la Rosa; his two sons, Estevan Rojas and Tyler Shields and his wife Audrey Shields; and his grandson, Lucas Randall Shields.
While Randall may no longer be with us, his spirit will forever remain in the hearts of his family, friends, and countless others whose lives he has touched. He will continue to inspire and influence those who knew and loved him.
I will always be grateful that Jason & I had you and Shari as co-parents to Zack. I loved and will continue love Tyler and Estevan as they are my own. Nothing can ever fill the hole your absence has left… We will live by your example and be there for each other as we transition into this new world. I pray Ashley was there to greet you, as you two met for the first time.
AML and prayers Randall, my friend
Se nos arruga el corazón al despedir tan pronto de la vida terrenal a tan maravilloso ser.
Extendemos nuestras condolencias a toda la familia Rojas con la promesa de que estarán en nuestras oraciones para que Dios les conceda la tranquilidad en este momento tan difícil.
No es fácil despedir a nuestros seres queridos, especialmente cuando aún tienen tanta vida por delante, pero sólo Dios tiene el
Poder de ayudarnos a navegar por este episodio.
Dios lo acoja en su reino y brille para él la luz perpetua.
Un abrazo sincero
Ariel y Margarita Ledesma
I had the privilege of knowing him both in high school and later as a coworker, and he was truly an exceptional person. He was always full of positive energy and kindness, he brought a genuine light wherever he went. He’ll be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Rest easy my friend.
Mi Niño hermoso , Dios te tenga en su gloria y nos de resignacion , un gran ser humano y un gran hijo , Sen̈or dales fortaleza a tus familiares , un abrazo tan grande
Lo siento mucho
Un fuerte abrazo a la distancia familia
Desde el cielo seguirá cuidándolos y acompañándolos en cada cosa que hagan
Thank you for always being so kind and loving to my whole family. All the laughs and memories will stay rooted in our hearts forever. Your smile is one for the stars and we know you are up there smiling down on us. Rest easy my friend. With love
Randall, I will cherish our friendship and work relationship from Wells Fargo to IBERIABANK, and even beyond! “Hey Friend” was always our greeting! Thank you for being a FRIEND THAT NEVER CHANGED! You were ALWAYS CONSISTENT! I WILL MISS OUR RANDOM TEXTING and is bumping you not each other serving our community which was your GREATEST JOY AND PASSION! REST IN POWER MY FRIEND️
Continued Prayers Are Being Prayed For You Shari, Your Sons, &!The Entire Rojas Family
Randall from the moment I met you the first thing I noticed how big your smile was so, that’s what I’ll remember forever and how nice you were to always meeting Ernie’s coworkers and then me getting to hand out over the years and just living life, you will never be forgotten I will have the smile to make me smile watch over your beautiful family! Long live Randall
Que Dios les de la fortaleza para seguir adelante como familia unida
I am so sorry to his family and am keeping them in my thoughts and prayers. I will always be grateful for him bringing Estevan into the world and becoming my first friend in the city.
Randall, you will be missed. After the years of knowing you and playing the sport you love will always be a cherished memory. You were funny and had such a passion for the game. Like Moni said, we will miss telling you to keep your butt in the goal! You will be missed and your legacy will always be remembered. I am sorry I cannot be there as they lay you to rest, but I am praying for your whole family. I am lucky to have known you for the past years and will always remember you. Rest easy friend! Elly
I’m so lost for words never really been a person to express my feelings I’m really hurting about this lost we meet in 1998 your were just a kid looking for a part-time job and right when we meet we clicked and been friends ever since I wish I could change things time is so short just want to say I love my brother Rest Easy your family are in our prayers see you on the other side someday Go Coogs…
Hay Randi , amor que duro ha sido despedirte. Una realidad irreal.
Que Dios te tenga en su regazo y estés disfrutando la paz que no encontraste aquí.
Siempre recordaré tu manera de saludarme “Diay señorita” con esa hermosa sonrisa que te caracterizaba .
Descansa en paz Randi! Ya eres un angelito más haya en el cielo cuidándonos. Que Dios y la Virgen bendiga y les de mucho consuelo a todos los que hoy lloramos tu partida . Especialmente a Migue, Ro y Erni. Los amo!
I was very shocked to find out abt his passing. I hope he’s resting. Continuous prayers to his family & his village of close friends. I remember Randall in school & even when I saw him as adults, he was always nice & respectful and always had a great smile. Anytime time I thought abt Costa Rica I’d think of him because he would always be so proud & even mentioned to me that I should go there one day. It’s def on my list of countries to visit in C.A. #puravida RIH Randall, hope u are at peace