She was born Oct. 1, 1926 in Runge, TX to Jose and Anastacia Gonzales Rios.  Her mother died when she was young and was raided by her step mother Margarita Rios.  She was preceded in death by her parents and step mother, and sisters Dorotea R. DeLa Santos, Vidala Rios, Aurora Rios, brothers Juan Sr., Fernando, Jose, Jr. and manuel Rios, Sr.  She is survived by her only sister Herlinda Alvear of Kenedy, and many nieces and nephews.
Rosary will be recited Sunday, Sept. 19th. at 7 PM at the Eckols Chapel.  Mass will be celebrated Monday, Sept. 20th. at 10 AM at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church,  Interment will be in the Runge Cemetery.