Samuel “Sam” Rios passed away Tuesday January 12th at the age of 74. Sam was loved by many people. He was well known in Cleburne, TX as mechanic who owned his own business. He went on to open a night club providing great entertainment for the patrons of Cleburne. Sam had a great passion for dancing and enjoying life and making others smile. He loved to camp, hunt, fish and spend time with friends and family. He was a member of The Knights of Columbus.
He was preceded in death by his parents Elias and Rosa Rios, and twin brothers Santos and Manuel Rios.
Survivors include his spouse Helen Perez of Fort Worth, TX. His three sons, Sammy Rios of Cleburne, TX. Anthony & Rene Rios of Burleson, TX, and Adam & Jonna Rios of Burleson, TX. Six grandchildren. Two brothers Elias & Olga Rios of Rio Vista and Freddie & JoAnn Rios of Cleburne, TX. Four sisters Eva & Trinidad Dominguez of Cleburne, TX. Betty Rodriguez of Cleburne, TX. Elvia Guzman of Cleburne, TX. Irene Josey of Cleburne, TX. Numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers: Colin Rios, Taylor Rios, Bailey Rios, Tony Cavazos, Michael Cavazos, James Perez, and Benji Perez.
Visitation and rosary services are being held, Monday, January 18, 2021 6:00pm-8:00pm at Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Funeral Home Church service Tuesday January 19, 2021 @ 10:00am at St. Joseph Catholic church in Cleburne. Burial following at Rosehill cemetery in Cleburne, TX