Roy Rios Sr., 61, formerly of Lubbock, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. He was born on August 7, 1964 in Lubbock, Texas, to the late Mary Torres and Juan Rios Sr.

Roy was a man with a big heart. He would help anyone and was known for giving someone the shirt off his back or the last dollar in his pocket. He worked in construction as a superintendent for many years, building countless places throughout Lubbock and even in communities out of town and out of state.

Roy loved his family, especially when it meant cooking out, being outdoors, and spending time with people. He enjoyed watching football and appreciated being around a good looking motorcycle. He was also known for his captivating artistic skills and was truly a phenomenal artist. Roy loved to listen to music, especially when it brought excitement to the room. His go to tunes were always a good rock or Tejano song.

He is survived by his children, Melinda Rios and her fiancé, Richard Quintero, and Roy Rios Jr. and his husband, Devin Gibbons; his siblings, Victor Rios, Sally Cantu, Virginia Deleon, and Joann Wigley; his grandchildren, Khristian Hernandez and husband, Leandro Hernandez, and Zakry Rodriguez; and his great-grandchildren, Leandro Santiago Hernandez and Benito Hernandez.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Mary Rios; his siblings, Juan, Gilbert, and David Rios; and his great-granddaughter, Josefina Hernandez.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 1, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. ~ 8:00 p.m. at House of Angels Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held at House of Angels Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.  Cremation services are under the direction of House of Angels Funeral Home.