HOUSTON – The community is coming together to support the family of Steve “BJ” Rodríguez. The bar owner was tragically killed on Sunday when he was shot outside his establishment.

The Houston Police Department said the incident happened around 2:30 a.m. at 2727 North Freeway. Another man was seriously injured during the shooting.

In the wake of the grief, family and friends of the late business owner are channeling their grief into action. Loved ones had a benefit outside the Tequila B bar to remember the entrepreneur.

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“We are only here to raise money. Everything was unexpected, you know, and we’re just trying to get through and be here for the family,” said Mari Cruz Reyes, BJ’s aunt.

The gathering aims to not only celebrate BJ’s life, but also to raise funds to support his family during this difficult time.

“He was well loved. He was well known. He was always willing to help whenever people were going through things. People needed benefits for their families. He was there,” said Marissa Rodriquez, BJ’s daughter.

BJ’s hard work and entrepreneurial spirit lives on at Tequila B’s, the bar located just off the North Freeway.

“He was definitely a good businessman and he could make something out of nothing,” Rodriquez said.

“A very funny person. A very positive person. He was a very strong believer in God,” said Gaby Tovar, a close friend.

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BJ leaves behind four children, three daughters and a son. His family and friends said he may be gone, but he will never be forgotten.

“Keep us in your prayers. Keep his sister and his daughter and everyone who loved him. He was loved by many,” Reyes Cruz said.

All proceeds from the event will go towards BJ’s funeral expenses and support for his family.