Mary Jane (Martinez) Rios
Mary Jane Rios, 87, of Trinidad, entered into Heaven peacefully at her home, Wednesday, January 30, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born November 26, 1931 in Branson CO, to Esmael Martinez and Antonita (Cruz), the youngest of 8 children all of which preceded her in death.
She was a Bi-Lingual and Special Needs teacher for the Trinidad School District.Working in the schools was a highlight in her life, and she continued teaching her family long after retirement.
Mary Jane is survived by her Husband, John of 63 years, Children: Yolie (Butch) Dietz, Tom (Frieda), Annette, Rueben (Cathy), Antoinette (Carlos) Perez, Lysia, Mario (Sara) Rios, and Jonathon (Pati)
Mary Jane was a proud Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Great, Great Grandmother. She always proudly mentioned that her family was 5 generations and was a testament of her love of God first and family.
She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly.
Visitation is Tuesday February 5, 2019 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at Comi Chapel, 1804 E. Main St. Trinidad, CO.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, 10am, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church 235 North Convent Street, Trinidad, CO.
Burial to follow at Trinidad Catholic Cemetery.
Honorary pallbearers are Alex Ortega, Michael Perez and Francine Silerio.
Active Pallbearers are Anthony Ortega, Jamie Jr. Arellano, Mitch Rojo, Faustino Fresquez, Jesus Rodriguez, and Gabriel Trujillo.
Arrangements made under the direction of the Comi Funeral Home.
