He was born in Mathis, Texas on February 15th, 1947. Abel was married to Linda Rios on July 19th, 1975 and by St. Joseph Catholic Church on April 3rd , 1997.
Abel lived his life to please his Queen Linda. There was nothing that he wouldn’t give to make her happy including all the diamonds, fancy clothes, shoes, or even a dance in the kitchen. He had a passion for doing crossword puzzles, playing games on his tablet, and watching TV. He was a very charming man that you could find many times singing old western songs at the top of his lungs with his own altered lyrics and smooth dance moves. A few quotes that we will forever hear him saying is “I want fried chicken!” or “You can call me whatever you want, just don’t call me late for supper!”.
Abel always made his presence known when he walked in a room. He always offered his own words of wisdom and extended a helping hand to others. Towards the end of his life he spent as much time as he could singing, dancing, and loving his new great grandchildren.
Abel was survived by his children Mac Garcia, Anna Garcia, Lupe Martinez, Alma Rios, & Veronica Cruz. He was survived by his grandchildren Jacob Martinez, Patrick Garcia, Jamie Rios, Korina De La Garza, Tani Rios, Lupito Martinez, Brandon Garcia, Aryn Conley, Alexander De La Garza, & Anika Lopez. He also had 3 great-grandchildren Renesmae Rose, Julian John-Abel, & Lilyann Jo.
Although this time of his passing was unexpected, he can rest peacefully with his Queen Linda, whom he missed terribly. He is no longer suffering or in any pain.
Visitation will begin at 12:30 PM on Thursday, June 9th, 2022, at Memory Gardens Funeral Home followed by the Rosary at 1:30 PM. Funeral Services will begin at 2:00 PM with entombment to follow at Memory Gardens Mausoleum.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MemoryGardensFuneralHome.com for the RIOS family.
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