Raul Armando Rios Sr., 70, passed away Friday, August 31, 2012 at home surrounded by his loving children. Born October 6, 1941 in Kingsville, Texas, he is the son of the late Teodulo P Rios and Angelita (Moquin) Rios.
Raul had a long career and retired from Texas Instruments, Richardson Texas.
Known as "Bully" to his family, he had a lifelong love of cooking, gardening, fishing, and farming.
He is survived by his four children, Howard and Katherine Rios of Buckeye, Arizona; Walter and Cathy Rios of San Diego, California; Raul Armando Rios Jr and Cindi Carter of Josephine, Texas; Angela Rios and Lance Young of Sulphur Springs, Texas. 12 grandchildren, Kirsten, Kelli Ann, Rebekah, Elizabeth, Ryan, Brooke, Layne, Tyler, Tristan, Tyler, Megan, and Chelsea: brothers, Frank, Joe, and Johnny; sister Vangie; and many other loving nieces, nephews and relatives.
He was preceded in death by sisters Mary and Elvira and brother Robert Rios.
At his request, no service will be held.