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Pedro RIOS Obituary

RICHMOND - Pedro 'Angelo' Rios Sr., 60, of Richmond, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010.
He was born in Puerto Rico. 'Angelo' was preceded in death by his sister, Jo Woo.
He is survived by his mother, Juana Matilde Woo; sons, Pedro and Frankie Rios; daughters, Anna Fox, Dianna Atkins and Bobbie Rios; brothers, Frank, Ralph and Wayne Woo; sisters, Susie Bell, Maryanne Woo, Annette Woo Morris and Maria Minor; grandchildren, nieces, nephews, devoted friend, Dianna 'Cookie' Ellis; best friend, Melvin 'Wall'; special friend, Linda Hoffman; and other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Ave., with the family to receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow service in Westhampton Memorial Park. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Jan. 15 to Jan. 16, 2010.

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Gwen Pennington

January 22, 2010

Pedro and family,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Gwen Kingrey Pennington

Donna Duke

January 19, 2010

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you all.

January 16, 2010

To Pedro (Rabbit)
Sorry I didnt keep in touch, but I remember you as if it were yesterday. Keep smiling. love ya.

-Karen

Sandy Vial

January 15, 2010

To all of the Rios Family
It was a great honor to get to know & take care of Angelo. I have very fond memories from both him & all of ya'll.
Thank you for making me feel a part of your family. Everyone is in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.

Joy Middleton-Taylor

January 15, 2010

To Annette, Maria and family,
My heart is saddened at the loss of your brother. I know the love you carry for each other and the chasm this loss creates.
I simply remind you of what you know; GOD reigns and He cares for you as no other will. Stand firm in your faith!
I will keep you in my prayers!
Love,
Joy

Jane Layman England

January 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Laura DeRico

January 14, 2010

Bobbie and family,
I saw the name and picture and many childhood memories came flooding back.
Yall were my second family growing up and your dad will not be forgotten.
I lost my mom several years back so I feel your pain, but please try to keep in mind we will all be together again someday, in a much better place.
My love and prayers are with yall.

Laura Donati DeRico

January 14, 2010

Pedro, I am sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my thoughts at this time.

Michelle Randolph

Susan Hartman

January 14, 2010

our whole family are in sorrow with your family at this time we love everyone our thoughts and prayers are with all of yall love Krissy, Susan, Sherry, Liddy, Wayne.

Judy & Gary Tinsley

January 14, 2010

Wayne .... My heart goes out to you and your family during this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort and peace.

Michele Starr

January 14, 2010

Bobbie, I am sorry to hear about your dad. There will be no more suffering for him, as he is with the Lord now, and being taken care of. God Bless you in your time of sadness.

Pam Harris Wilcox

January 14, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Linda E. Hudson

January 13, 2010

Wayne and Family. I am saddened to learn of the passing of your brother. Please know that I'll be keeping ya'll in my prayers.

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