Gloria was born on July 27, 1935 in Phoenix, AZ. She graduated from Phoenix Union High School. Gloria was married for 48 years to Albert Orozco and together they had 7 children and also raised 2 grandchildren as their own. Gloria enjoyed sewing, bowling, crossword puzzles and most of all the Casino.
Gloria was preceded in death by her husband Albert in 2002, her parents Jesus and Rosa (Vega) Rios, her sisters Maclovia, and Ernestine (Campa), her brothers George, Dannie and Henry.
Gloria is survived by daughters Patricia (Frank) Moreno and Tammy Sandoval; sons Albert (Sherry), Jess, Mike (Stephanie), Steve (Laura) and Alex (Yolanda); Jennifer and Jesse Duran; 23 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren; siblings Dora (Ramirez), Arcenia (Brauer), Robert and Armando.
Services will be held on September 28, 2018 at Resthaven /Carr-Tenney Mortuary & Memorial Gardens with visitation at 9:00AM, Funeral Service at 11:00AM with the interment following on site.
Gloria will live forever in the hearts of all of her family and friends. She will always be remembered for her strong will, dedication to her family, kindness and humorous yet witty remarks.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Complete Hospice Care (602) 900-1793.