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Maria "Tootsie" Rios

Maria Rios Obituary

Rios, Maria "Tootsie" (nee Lanzarin), beloved wife of Rafael Rios Jr., loving mother of Rafael Rios III, dear sister of Rosie Masa, Margie Aguilar, Gloria Lanzarin, Jenny Lanzarin and the late Anita Chavez, the late Alvina Ayola and the late John Lanzarin, fond daughter-in-law of Rafael and Elena Rios, sister-in-law of Nereida (Rafael) Colon, Elizabeth Rios and Norma (Wo) Romanowski, dearest aunt and grandaunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday, 8:45 a.m., from Casey- Laskowski & Sons Funeral Home, 4540-50 W. Diversey Ave., to St. Aloysius Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Mt. Carmel. Visitation Wednesday, 4 to 9 p.m. 10 year employee of the City of Chicago Department of Sewers. Member of Local #1092 for 8 years and member of #130 for 2 years. 773-777-6300 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 29, 2003.

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Cheryl Kelly

January 29, 2003

Rafael,



I was so very sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. Only having gotten to meet her a few times I know that she was a very loving and kind person. Please know that she may have left you here on earth but she will always be with you in your heart. When you look around you will see her in many places.



God bless to you and your families.

Claudia Reyes

January 29, 2003

My condolence goes out to Maria's Family, she was a very hard worker, and a very special friend to all of us over at Central Dist. (Sewers)

ARNOLD HORN

January 29, 2003

YOU WILL BE MISSED .

January 29, 2003

REST IN PEACE





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Ronnie Deane

January 29, 2003

Big Rafael and Little Ralphie and all of Maria's family,



God Bless You and Keep You in His Loving Arms. Maria is in his loving care. My deepest sympathy.



Ronnie Deane and Tony, Chicago, IL

Wynelle Wilson

January 29, 2003

It is with heartfelt sadness to hear that one among us has gone on. I have had the pleasure of being in Maria's company here at the North District Faciliy of the Sewers Department and enjoyed the time that we did share. A very kindred spirit that will be forever remembered. My prayers are with you and your family. She will be truly missed.

Martha Zayas & Family

January 29, 2003

My Condolence,

Tootsie was a wonderful, kind person. I will alway remember her friendly face. My prayer's are with her family.



Sincerely

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