Mary Elaine Rios, age 73, of Laurel Lake, NJ, passed away in her sleep peacefully in her home that she loved so much.

Mary was born in Wilkes Barre, PA to Joseph and Marjorie Albert. She was a longtime resident of Laurel Lake, NJ. She worked as an LPN for most of her life and genuinely care for others, retiring from Bayada Home Healthcare, Woodbury, NJ. She was an avid reader, sometimes reading 3-5 books at a time. Her favorite was murder mystery. She was a free spirit, who believed that the universe had a plan. Her legacy and memories will live on in her family.

Mary is survived by her son Daniel Rios and his wife Helene, her grandchildren Angelina Bennett (Philip), Russell Smith (Sabrina), Daniel GJ Rios, and Blaine Rios, and 3 great-grandchildren. She is also survived and will be sadly missed by her siblings James Albert, Susan Albert Mausolf, Joseph Albert, Jr. (Jennifer), Brian Albert, and Robbi Anne Albert-Jones, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was loved by so many and her memory will live on in her family's heart.

Cremation will be held privately. Memories of Mary and condolences for her family may be shared on her tribute wall.

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