Alvino "Roque" Rios

January 1, 1930 - May 2, 2018

Alvino Rios, 88, of Greeley, Colorado, passed away on May 2, 2018 at his home. He was born January 1, 1930 in Knox City, Texas to Marcelino and Clotilde Rios. Alvino worked throughout California and Texas, finally settling in Colorado. In his youth, he worked as a migrant farm laborer along with his family. As an adult, Alvino worked in construction and sheet rock laying, his final employment being at Swift Restaurant in Denver, Colorado, where he finally retired. Alvino loved his family and many friends. He enjoyed many hobbies, especially gambling at Central City, watching wrestling, and hunting for game. He loved music and dancing, and he loved to help others, as he enjoyed socializing with people. He is survived by his siblings, Juana R. De La Fuente of Platteville, Colorado, Domingo Rios of Dallas Texas, Frank and Martin Rios of Denver, Colorado, Leonardo and Amelia Rios of Greeley, Colorado, Maria Elena Garcia of Gilcrest, Colorado, and Lilly Rizo of Odessa, Texas. Alvino is preceded in death by his parents, Marcelino and Clotilde Rios; and seven siblings. A great uncle and brother, you will be missed and are loved very much. Until we meet again. Memorial Service, 10:00 a.m., Monday, May 14, 2018 at the Moser Funeral Service Chapel, 3501 South 11th Avenue in Evans.