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Manuel Rios

1960 ∼ 2022

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Devoted father and husband - Manuel Rios, 61, of Port Arthur left his earthly body to find eternal rest on Saturday, January 22, 2022

He was born on August 3, 1960 in Port Arthur, Texas to Ricardo Rios and Lydia Vega Rios. Manuel attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from Bishop Byrne High School in 1978. He was a lifelong resident of the area. Manuel worked as a Bio-Medical Technician at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont for 12 years. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Port Arthur.

Manuel was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Patricia Ann Rios; his father-in-law, Gonzalo Soto.

He is survived by his loving wife, Natalia Rios of Port Arthur; his daughter, Jenna Rios of Port Arthur; his son, Ray Flores of Austin; his sister, Lydia Brady and her husband, Mike of Nederland: his two brothers, Tony Rios and his wife, Sharon, Richard Rios and his wife, Deanna both of Houston along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 from 5:00 PM till 8:00 PM with a Rosary to be prayed at 6:00 PM in the Thompson Memorial Chapel at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Thursday, January 27, 2022 at St. James Catholic Church in Port Arthur. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Clayton Thompson.

“Only those who have learned the power of sincere and selfless contribution experience life’s deepest joy: true fulfillment.”

Manuel Rios did just that - a selfless man, always joking, always kind. We will miss him dearly.

Condolences

Tom Flanagan January 26, 2022
Manuel was a very dear and close friend of mine. We played football together in grade school and throughout high school. We went through two-a-days, got pounded on with three losing seasons but came together and almost won the state championship our senior year. When you go through two-a-days, football, and things like that you bond together for life! After school, he stayed in Port Arthur, and we lived close to each other. Manuel and I shared many close discussions about family and especially our kids. I know he loved Natalia, Jenna and Raymond with all his heart. I also know that the Rios family is an incredible family and I often saw his brothers, sisters, Mother & Father visiting on a regular basis. They were very close and that was special to see. I know that both Natalia & Jenna have been a blessing to him throughout his life and especially during these difficult times. My sincere condolences to Natalia, Jana & the whole Rios family, Sincerely Tom Flanagan
Theresa Luna January 26, 2022
Sending my condolences.
Michael Kidder January 26, 2022
Manuel was truly my best friend, and Best Man at my wedding - his friendship was unconditional, enduring, and loyal.  When I close my eyes and think of him, I see a kind, caring, helpful, unselfish, and most of all, happy (infectious smile) man, who brought much joy to me.  I will miss him greatly. To the entire Rios family, I send you my deepest, most heartfelt condolences. Manuel, Rest In Peace my dear friend, and may God bless your beautiful soul.
Rebecca Vara January 26, 2022
Manuel Rios - NoNo... Rest in Peace cousin I will miss you dearly on Facebook thanks for listening to me. Thanks for being a contestant on the Patricia s dating game. Her and Debra are going to have fun.
Christy Kelley January 26, 2022
In Loving Memory of Manuel Rios, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Manuel was such a kind and helpful neighbor and friend. He always had a great smile. I was blessed to know him.A Sympathy Gift of Single Tree has been Planted In Loving Memory of Manuel Rios courtesy of Christy Kelley.
Jill Connally Decuir January 26, 2022
Manuel was truly one of the kindest people I have ever met. He had a gentle, loving soul. When he became friends with my younger brother, Chris, he became friends with our entire family and we loved him. I remember he would always bring us tamales for Christmas. You will be missed, sweet Manuel. I hope dad and Kim were among those that welcomed you to Heaven.
Amanda Johnson Smith January 26, 2022
My prayers and condolences to the Rios family. I went to Saint Mary’s with the Rios family, Patricia and I were classmates. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Deborah Linden Johnson January 25, 2022
Manuel and I went to St. Mary's school together. I always remember his pleasant smile. We connected on facebook a few years ago. I am so very saddened to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences go out to his entire family. May his Soul Rest in Peace.
Jennifer Martin January 25, 2022
In Loving Memory of Manuel Rios, Hearts and prayers go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.A Sympathy Gift of Single Tree has been Planted In Loving Memory of Manuel Rios courtesy of Jennifer Martin.
Gail Bush Johnson January 25, 2022
My condolences to his family.
Mike Connally January 25, 2022
In the State Football game against St. Pius, I was on the sidelines when Manuel caught a sideline pass. He looked me right in the eye and paused. I know he wanted to say, "hey Mike, isn't this great?" But I screamed at him and pointed to the St. Pius end Zone. And off he went. Manuel is now at Heaven's Gate and St. Peter is pointing to Heaven. Go Manuel, you earned it.
Glinda Pareso January 25, 2022
Manual and I attended St Mary school together from 1st to 6th grade. I am so sorry for your lost of Manual. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gilly Carter January 25, 2022
He was my partner in Surgical Tech school, always super nice. RIP Manny ♥️
Paula De Luna Vasquez January 25, 2022
Cuz May you Rest In Peace with all the family up there with you..
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Services & Events

event Visitation

location_on Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619
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schedule Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

event Prayer Service

location_on Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619
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schedule Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 6:00 PM

event Mass

location_on St. James Catholic Church, 3517 Gulfway Drive, Port Arthur, 77642
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schedule Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 10:00 AM

event Burial

location_on Greenlawn Memorial Park, 3900 Twin City Highway, Groves, 77619
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schedule Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 11:30 AM