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Janessa M. Rivera BELLINGHAM Janessa Marie Rivera, 17, passed suddenly at Kent County Hospital, Warwick, R.I., on Aug. 5, 2008, after being stricken. Born Feb. 8, 1991, in Milford, beloved daughter of Jorge L.Rivera Jr. of Milford and Gina M. (Zazza) Rivera of Cranston, R.I., she was the loving sister of Elijah, Marianna and Johanna Rivera, and Samantha Abrego, all of Milford. Her maternal grandparents are Alfred Zazza and his wife, Nancy, of Bellingham, and the late Paulette (Gareau) Zazza. Paternal grandparents are Jorge L. Rivera Sr. and his wife, Haydee, of West Palm Beach, Fla. She was a great-granddaughter of Ida (Falcioni) Zazza of Bellingham, and the late Joseph Zazza and Therese (Rondeau) Gareau of Bellingham, and the late Emile Gareau. She is also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. She was a resident of Cranston, R.I., for the past two years, and formerly of Bellingham, where she was raised and was educated through the ninth grade in the Bellingham School District. Janessa was to start her senior year at Cranston East High School. She worked at Stop & Shop in Warwick, R.I. She was a wonderful daughter and a great big sister, and was loved and will be sadly missed by all. Her funeral will be held Saturday, Aug. 9, at 9 a.m., from CARTIER'S FUNERAL HOME, 151 South Main St., Rte. 126, Bellingham, with a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m., in St. Blaise Church, 1158 South Main St., Bellingham. Interment will be in St. Jean Baptiste Cemetery, Bellingham Visiting hours are today, 5 to 8 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.

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Published by Milford Daily News from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2008.

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Juliana

September 12, 2022

Rest in peace beautiful . You will always be missed and loved forever. It´s never goodbye, it´s see you later.

Fred & Nancy Zazza

August 3, 2022

We remember fun times with Janessa, and send her hugs & kisses in Heaven. Grandpa & Nana Z.

Anthony Porter

February 8, 2021

Happy 30th birthday Janessa. I still miss you to this day. Love you. Your friend Anthony.

Nancy Zazza

August 3, 2020

BINKS: Your arrival made us Grandparents, and we relished the job. So many memories of your smile, goofy laugh and dark dashing eyes. We miss you always, and look to Heaven to send you kisses. Nana & Grandpa.

Therese Barry

August 7, 2019

Janessa ~ Uncle JB, Aunt Terry & Rhae keep you in our hearts every day!! We love you and miss you! Kisses to Heaven Sweetheart!

2004: The little Chef!

Nancy Zazza

August 5, 2019

Janessa loved to participate in many things, and making cookies was a favorite with Nana. Missing you today, and always. Love, Nana & Grandpa Zazza, 2019

Adriana

March 19, 2019

Janessa I miss you so much. I think about you all the time.. I miss all the sleepovers we had at your house. I miss all our talks I miss you like crazy you were my best friend and I will never ever forget about you.you are always in my heart and I love you

Marianna Rivera

March 18, 2019

I don't remember much about Janessa, considering I was only 2 when she passed away. But I am Marianna Rivera, the sister of Janessa. I remember she used to love holding me and playing with me though, and I remember looking down at her, with my father holding me as he was crying. I miss you Janessa. I wish a I had someone to cry to in case my first boyfriend dumped me, or if I needed someone to do my hair. You are my sister, and I will never forget you. Forever and always -Marianna♥

Miss you... nana & grandpa

Nancy Zazza

February 13, 2019

Beautiful Girl

Therese Barry

February 10, 2019

Our Sweetheart,
Words never express my true feelings and love for you. Wish you were spending your birthday with us - we miss you and will always miss and love you!
Kisses to heaven!

Gina Zazza

February 8, 2019

Pretty Girl,

This day is OUR special day - 28 years ago today YOU came into my world, changing it forever. Such a beautiful blessed miracle. Now almost 11 years ago YOU left my world too soon, changing it forever.

I miss you terribly everyday that I'm here and you're there .... words can do no justice. Happy Birthday in Heaven My Angel.

I Love You,
Mom

Nancy Zazza

August 19, 2017

Many memories of your quick wit and loving embraces. You still are missed by your Zazza grandparents, Nana & Grandpa. Tears on the sad anniversary of your passing... never forgotten, Binks!

Anthony Porter

August 5, 2017

Janessa 9 years you left us today. I miss you every single day with all my heart. You were such a good person and friend not only to me but to everyone who knew you. Continue to watch over us.Your friend Anthony.

Anthony Porter

February 8, 2017

Happy birthday Janessa. You would've been 26 today. I always wonder where you would be today if you were still here with us. There is not a day I don't think about you. I love you so much and continue looking down on us.

Janessa and Zoe

Gina Zazza

January 19, 2017

My Pretty Girl,

You are NOT alone. My heart severed.

I push on....

Love you baby,
Mommy

Beautiful Janessa

Therese Barry

August 6, 2016

Janessa ~ you will always be in my heart. I miss you and love you.
Kisses to Heaven ~ Aunt Terry

Anthony Porter

August 5, 2016

Janessa 8 years went by since you left us. I miss you more and more each day. When I'm at work I always think about you when you used to cashier and I would bag for you. You were the best and I'm glad I'm a cashier now. I wanted to honor you by doing that. I love you and I miss you. Continue which over me and your family and friends.

Memere' Gareau & her girls: Gaby, Rhae, Janessa @ Gina's wedding 07-07.

Nancy Zazza

February 9, 2016

February 8, 2016

Aloha & lots of hugs from Nana & Grandpa, your Hawaiian cousin Sierra. Uncle Scott, Aunt Connie. We all grieve your passing, and send you and our Mothers, Fathers, family & friends in Heaven heartfelt thanks for many gifts. With blissful memories.......

Claire Dufresne

February 8, 2016

Happy Birthday, Janessa. Love you, Uncle Emile and Aunt Claire.

Therese Barry

February 8, 2016

Happy 25th Birthday Angel! We miss you with all of our hearts! Kisses to heaven ~ Aunt Terry

Anthony Porter

February 8, 2016

Happy 25th birthday Janessa. I miss you so much. I now have a job at shaws and it reminds me so much of our days at stop and shop. I'm gonna be a cashier soon and I know you will be looking down on me like you always do. I never stop thinking about you. You meant a lot to me and I really valued our friendship. I love you Janessa.

Gina Zazza

February 7, 2016

"Happy" 25th Birthday Beautiful. Miss and love you beyond words.
All My Love Pretty Girl,
Mommy

Therese Barry

December 23, 2015

Merry Christmas sweetie.
Kisses to Heaven.

Gina Zazza

December 22, 2015

I Love You Janessa. Miss you everyday. Merry Christmas in Heaven. XO Mommy.

Nana Nancy Zazza

August 6, 2015

Remembering your wonderful life, and the fun you brought us. Sadly remembering the awful events of your passing, but rejoicing in your ascension to Heaven. Nana & Grandpa

Therese Barry

August 5, 2015

Janessa ~ you will always be in my heart. The days, months and years pass but it does not get easier to live here without you. Miss you and love you.
Kisses to Heaven ~ Aunt Terry

Anthony Porter

August 5, 2015

Janessa 7 years have passed since you left us. I miss you more and more each and every day. I remember all the good times we had while working at stop and shop. You were my best friend and I hold you in my heart every single day. I stay strong but I do miss you. I wish you were still here.

Gina Zazza

August 4, 2015

My Pretty Girl-
Sitting next to you right now....Rain lightly spatting down and I wonder if it is you crying on me. I miss you terribly every single day that I am blessed enough to see. I carry such pain that only a mother who has lost their only child could feel. You are in my heart forever no matter how many empty years pass. I'll keep looking for your signs and continue to draw strength from them. Love you always. Mom

Traci Saltalamacchia

July 3, 2015

Remembering all of the fun times our family shared with Janessa we miss her so much

Nana Nancy, Janessa & Grandpa Fred, 2007

May 28, 2015

As I'm working in the backyard, I glance at the pretty birdhouses we painted those many years ago. They still call for the little ones to nest, and thrive. This, to thrive, is what I wish for you, in Heaven. As Gabby nears her 16th Birthday party, I remember yours..... a sweet but short memory as you left too soon. Hugs, Nana & Grandpa

Anthony Porter

February 12, 2015

I love and miss you very much Janessa. Things haven't been the same without you.

Katlyn Meears

February 11, 2015

I love and miss you so much Nessa <3

Avalon

February 9, 2015

Keeping your family in my prayers

Our Angel

Therese Barry

February 8, 2015

Your spirit is with us everyday but these milestones are very difficult. Give strength to your mom and dad and we know you are Our Angel watching over all of us.
Kisses to Heaven ~ Auntie Terry

G Zazza

February 7, 2015

Pretty Girl,
Tomorrow, Feb. 8th, marks another Birthday without you. The deep hole that I feel since you've been gone lives inside of me every waking minute. I miss you more than words can ever express. I must continue to believe that HE chose you for a very special reason....You were an Angel here on earth with a purpose to touch the lives around you.

All my love,
Mommy

michael DiSano

November 28, 2014

Jenessa was a good girl. I went to cranston east my last year to graduate and I was in a couple of her classes I started talking to her because she was so cute and I let her know it lol. Janessa I'm really glad I got to b apart of your life even for a short time rip baby girl I know God has blessed you

Gina Zazza

August 6, 2014

Pretty Girl,
I live it everyday. You, Janessa, are always with me. A very long and difficult journey to be here without you. My faith gets me through each day. I always see the signs of love that you are sending my way.... Keep them coming! You have blessed and enriched countless lives both here and in Kenya.

All my love to you,
Mom

Beautiful Angel!

Therese B.

August 6, 2014

Janessa ~ Rhae and I looked at photos of you yesterday, from all the family events. We miss you and love you! You will always be in our hearts! Kisses to Heaven ~ Aunt Terry

HAYDEE RIVERA

August 5, 2014

HOLA SILLYMANDING.HOW ARE YOU.I KNOW YOU ARE DOING GREAT BECAUSE YOU ARE IN THE BEST PLACE ANYONE COULD BE.JUST KEEP TAKING CARE OF US AND WE WILL SEE YOU PRETTY SOON.LOVE ABUELA Y ABUELO.

Sierra, Gabby & Janessa: all our Zazza girls.

Nancy & Fred Zazza

August 5, 2014

Janessa: Another year as passed without you here with us. So many memories: crafting was the most fun.... sewing, making birdhouses, beading.Hope that today, the anniversary of your last day with us, finds you with our other Angels in Heaven. Keep watch over us all. Miss you. Nana & Grandpa

Anthony Porter

April 2, 2014

Hi Janessa. I miss u so much. I went to one of your benefits a few years ago. I met your mom there. She is really nice. Im glad i can talk to her. Anyway I just wanna say even though you are not down here with us you are still part of me. You were my first best friend in a long time. That's why you are very special to me. I know ill see you again some day and i will be happy when that day comes. Please continue to watch down on me and everyone else who loves you ok.

March 18, 2014

thers not a day that goes by that we don't miss you Janessa you will always be a part of uur family we love you so much rest now angel

malina h

February 9, 2014

Happy Birthday Janessa! We all love and miss you <3

Traci saltalamacchia

February 9, 2014

Happy Birthday Janessa we love you & Miss you ....Love Traci,Bret Jon,Katlyn

Avalon desvignes

February 8, 2014

Keeping the Rivera family in my prayers.

Aunt Terry

February 8, 2014

Thinking of you sweetheart! Happy Birthday ~ miss you so much! Kisses to Heaven.

Kerry J

February 8, 2014

Janessa, you will remain in our hearts forever.

JORGE RIVERA

February 8, 2014

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SILLYMANDIG,WE KNOW YOU ARE HAVING A WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY.JESUS IS TAKING CARE OF YOU UNTIL WE GE THERE TO BE TOGETHER AGAIN,LOVE BABY.

Mommy

February 8, 2014

~ 23 years ago I was blessed with an ANGEL. I love you and miss you to my very core. You and I know ALL truths...past, present, future. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABYGIRL! I am SURE that your Grandmother and Great Grandparents are celebrating with you in Heaven! XO

Nana, Janessa & Pino, Janessa's Birthday celebration 2004

Nancy Zazza

December 31, 2013

Starting a new year without you here, but in our hearts always. I thought of you often as I went holiday shopping, and hope you saw me smile up to you.... your smile was so warm and is missed. Kisses, Nana & Grandpa Z.

Mom

October 5, 2013

Kisses...always there J.
XO

adriana

September 30, 2013

I love u nessa

Mom

August 5, 2013

Love you My Angel. Miss you more than words could justify.

Chef Janessa making cookies in Nana's kitchen '04

Nancy Zazza

August 5, 2013

Our much-loved Janessa: Oh, so many memories we've revisited these past 5 years since you were taken from us..... happy and sad. I know you're at peace and see us all now. Speak to us and continue to give us guidance. Your spirit is not diminished despite your absence here. Always in love, Nana & Grandpa.

adriana

May 15, 2013

I loveee u babygirl

Nancy Zazza

May 13, 2013

Mothers Day 2013...... your arrival made me a proud Nana so many years ago (1991). Loved all our moments together, and miss you lots. I wonder what you might have become....... now that you're 22 yrs old..... would you be a Mom now? What would you have studied in college, and where would you be working now? What would you be doing for fun? So many lost hopes and dreams....... a senseless death...... a child's future stolen.... you're always with me & Grandpa. Love, Nana.

HAYDEE RIVERA

March 25, 2013

BABY I WAS THINKING ABOUT YOU TODAY,ALWAYS REMEMBERING YOUR SILLY ACTS,BUT I KNOW THAT ONE DAY I DON'T HAVE TO REMEMBER BECAUSE WE ARE GOING TO BE TOGETHER FOR EVER AND EVER AND EVER.IF I FIND A KITCHEN I WILL MAKE YOU SOME OF MY RICE,LOVE YOU BABY

Uncle JB with his little companion!

Therese Barry

February 9, 2013

Happy Birthday Angel. Uncle JB, Aunt Terry & Rhae miss you so much! You are very much remembered in our everyday lives. Kisses to Heaven!

Katlyn Meears

February 9, 2013

Happy belated-birthday, Nessa. I love and miss you so much.

Adriana

February 9, 2013

Happy birthday baby girl,i love u and miss u like crazy.i cant believe yesturday was ya birthday damn goes by quick.well i love u janessa marie

-love adrianaa

Gina Zazza

February 8, 2013

Babygirl,
Thinking of you today and everyday....Happy 22nd Birthday my beautiful girl. Sing with the Angels and help me to always feel your presence. I love you always.
Mommy

N & F Zazza

February 8, 2013

We're missing you today, this day of your birth, 22 days ago. We were there to welcome you into the world. We were there to tearfully say goodbye. Still aching with your loss, but so thankful to have had you. We smile and wish you were here with us. We look at your picture all the time, and still mourn your loss.
Remembering all those fun birthdays we celebrated with you. With prayers and a smile, love Nana & Grandpa.

HAYDEE RIVERA

January 24, 2013

HI BABY,TODAY I WS THINKING ABOUT YOU,WHEN YOU USED TO SING EL ESTA AQUI EL ESTA AQUI EL ESTA AQUI EL SANTO DE ISRAEL.YOU I STILL HAVE THAT ON A TAPE.I WANTO YOU TO SING IT TO HIM NOW THAT YOU ARE T HERE,I KNOW HE WILL REALLY LIKE IT.LOVE YOU MY SILLIMANDING.

Adriana Hyder

October 17, 2012

Janessa i love you baby girl we had many memories together when i heard what happen i almost died i just cant believe god took you.i love u janessa always in my heart

N & F Zazza

August 6, 2012

Binks: Remembering your last days with us....on this, your 4th anniversary--Aug.5, 2012. Grandpa & I were at your side from birth to the end. We wept at your bedside and know that you felt our presence. Your last moments of pain, confusion and helplessness mirrored our feelings. We will always be at your side, and know that you continue to see us. Trusting that you're with our loved ones, we pray that we'll see you at our arrival. We miss you, Binky Binks. Nana & Grandpa

Gina Zazza

March 30, 2012

Babygirl,
Tomorrow is our 3rd Annual Project Janessa - Kenyan Outreach Benefit. This is our foundation. All of this work, helping the impoverished in Kenya, is because of your life here with us. You are always and forever in Mommy's heart. Not a second of any day goes by when I don't think of you. I miss our silly times, I keep memories of you locked in my heart always. Thank you for your gift...you are and always will be my daughter. I love you so much and I know we will be reunited someday. Stay with Mommy.

Traci saltalamacchia

February 19, 2012

Missing you Janessa every passing day we love you so much. love,traci,katy,Jon,Bret & Briana xoxo

Samantha Dubeau

February 9, 2012

Happy belated birthday to the most beautiful angel i miss you more and more everyday <3

Lori Zazza

February 8, 2012

Forever in our hearts.... Happy Birthday to the most beautiful angel..

Claire Dufresne

February 8, 2012

Happy Birthday sweet Janessa

Rhae

February 8, 2012

Happy 21st birthday, Janessa

JORGE RIVERA

February 8, 2012

TODAY MY SILLIMANDING WOULD BEEN 21 YEARS OLD. AND TODAY i LOST MY SISTER TOO.HOPE YOU TWO FOUND YOURSELF IN HEAVEN ALREADY,LOVE YOU BABY.ABUELA

Nancy Zazza

February 8, 2012

Dearest Janessa, a child that will be ageless but daily missed by Nana & Grandpa. We mourn the lack of another life celebration with you: your 21st birthday..... a point in your life with us which marks your achievement of full womanhood. Oh, the many paths that you might have traveled..... we think of these and mourn your loss. Our faith celebrates your time beside us and calm us as we grieve. You now know many truths and see all. We will still seek your love and direction. Always, Nana & Gramdpa

Benni Mojica

February 8, 2012

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NESSA!!! Thinking of you... and that peaceful spirit of yours... ALWAYS in my heart. Love u.

deanna zazza

February 8, 2012

Happy 21st birthday beautiful. Ill be by with the kids after school to see you. I love you.

Therese Barry

February 8, 2012

Janessa ~ this is your day and your mom misses you so! You are in all of our hearts everyday! Kisses to Heaven! Auntie Terry

Sheg F.

February 8, 2012

Janessa, you were taken away so abruptly. Though I never met you, I can say that we all grieve and mourn over you. Please help your mother alleviate the extreme pain and sadness caused by your sudden departure. You will always be fresh in her memories, but she needs to enjoy her life once again. Your family and friends all miss you very dearly. Rest in Peace, happy one.

Gina Zazza

February 7, 2012

21 years ago today my life was about to change forever. Janessa this was the day that I went into labor for you...you were born the following morning. February 8, 1991. You were the most beautiful miracle that I have ever laid eyes on. We did not know that our journey together would come to such an ending. Much too soon and with so much pain. So now, our journey must continue, but in a very different way. The only way...one that is full of FAITH and Courage. When I hear a bird sing, I know it's you telling me you are here. When I see a pink sky at sunset, I know it is you telling me you are here. When I see a penny by my feet, I know it is you telling me you are here. NO, not the same...but I hold on to it. I look for you in everything I do. I love you and I miss you...your huge smile, your big brown eyes, your amazing laughter. Happy Birthday MY baby girl, my angel, my daughter. You are 21...they must have Champagne in Heaven..I toast to you for everything you have shown me. Help me on my weakest days love. Always in my heart, love you, love you...Mommy

Nancy Zazza

November 7, 2011

Janessa, we mourned Sunday as we attended the dedication of a new Garden, created by Compassionate Friends of Providence, RI. Your name, along with too many others, was engraved into a stepping stone, set within a beautiful garden along the river in Prov. A quiet, thought-provoking place for your family left behind to grieve and reflect on life. Grandpa and I still miss you every day: but you know this as we silently speak to you all the time. Beautiful music and wonderful, supportive words were spoken by this great group. We truly felt comforted despite our heartache. Always your Nana & Grandpa, Nancy & Fred Zazza.

August 27, 2011

Blessed are the merciful for they will be shown mercy....I just learnt about Project Janessa from my banker. Gina, you are doing so much good. You will be shown mercy, it is God's word!!

Auntie Terry

August 5, 2011

It is hard to believe you left us 3 years ago. Your mom feels every painful, passing minute without you! You will always be “Our Angel” so please help ease your mom’s suffering! ~Kisses to Heaven~

Gina Zazza

August 5, 2011

Janessa...
Three Years. I carry you in my heart and mind every second of every day and I miss you in such a painful way.

Today is NO different than any other day except that it marks 3 Years, 36 Months, 156 Weeks, 1,095 Days since you left us.

It really feels as though it was yesterday...time keeps inching forward but my heart and mind is right "there", Aug. 5, 2008.

I pray for wisdom and strength and I know one day that I will be with you again.

I love you babygirl.
Mommy

August 4, 2011

tomorrow will be 3 longs years that you left us and we still remember like yesterday.hope to see you soon silly manding,love you with all my heart,abuela

Gina Zazza

July 5, 2011

BabyGirl...
I don't know where to start...Today makes 35 months since I have seen your beautiful face, heard your amazing laughter, felt your hugs and kisses and smelt your scent. I miss you so much every day and my heart aches always.

Project Janessa - Kenyan Outreach departs on it's 3rd official mission tomorrow. And while this is a big blessing to be able to do this work in honor of you, I am torn and tired.

Our little "Stinky Poo" Zoe is not doing very well. Remember when I use to say to you, "when Zoe goes, I'm going with her" (joking of course). Our lives sure did not go as planned. Well, I believe her time is coming and it has made me so so sad. Our family is so broken.

Pray for her so that she does not suffer and so that she knows just how much she is loved.

Pray for us to have a safe and successful mission in Kenya and so that we return with our hearts full of gratitude. Walk with me each and every step along this journey and keep your hand on mommy's left shoulder.

I love you with all of my heart.
xoxox
Mommy

June 18, 2011

Janessa: as we celebrate the Fathers in our lives, I remember many wonderful times with you and Grandpa Fred. All those "horsey rides" on his back, and the very-high swings in our backyard.... We miss you being next to us, and send your our prayers and hugs.
Nana & Grandpa

Cousin Deanna

March 30, 2011

~missing you and thinking of you always and forever. love you with all of my heart-

Gina Zazza

March 30, 2011

To My Angel,
I love you so much and even though it's been almost 32 months that you left, it feels like yesterday...the sadness and longing to see you never goes away. As you know, WE had your 2nd benefit with Project Janessa - Kenyan Outreach....we are being blessed by the out pouring of love and support so that I can continue to help the poor in Kenya in YOUR name.

You will always be my babygirl.
Love,
Mommy

ashley

March 29, 2011

kisses to heaven!

Therese Barry

February 8, 2011

Happy Birthday Sweetheart. You are and will always be in our hearts. You are our "Angel". Kisses to heaven ~ Auntie Terry

Gina Zazza

February 8, 2011

Happy Birthday Janessa. I miss you more than words could ever express. My life will never be the same, every day spent is spent with pain. I love you always...Mommy

Tanya Letendre-Franceschi

September 18, 2010

I did not know Janessa, but I have a son about her age and know how I would feel if anything happened to him. I knew Gina in school and see how much good she is doing now.. My heart goes out to all of Janessa's family. She obviously was a great person and loved very much..Gina keep up the good works you are doing you are an amazing person and Janessa is smiling up in Heaven on all the wonderful things you are doing..

Gina Zazza

September 18, 2010

I have been trying to sponsor Janessa's guest book for another year. It would not let me. Now I know why. Thank you to "Someone who loves "Our Angel". I am deeply humbled and could cry.

I love you Janessa. Not a moment, not one, of each day passes where you are not in my heart or in my thoughts. YOU are always there. Always. No matter what I am doing. I sure do miss you...so much. There really are no words.

Love Forever and Always,
Mommy

PS>....I WILL see you again when God calls me home. I am ready whenever He is. Wait for Mommy.

September 13, 2010

Janessa, You are the angel that has been hanging around me, I feel that through my breast cancer you were watching over me. Thank-you sweet girl love you Always and Forever xxxooo Tonianne Southwick

September 12, 2010

dear Janessa, we had Joyelle's bridal shower yesterday , so when Joyelle,Aunti Shawn,lisa, deanna and joyelle's friend Elaine released her baloons they wished Joyelle and Rob love and happiness, and we love you Janessa her balloons stayed right in front of them for about 20 seconds the balloons just hung there with them and very slowly they went into the air, and then they started to break up in the atmosphere. It was a beautiful. Then we all had a picture taken while sitting on you memorial bench. When I drove by the cemetery I blew you and Gramma Zazza, a big kiss and told you both that I love abnd miss you. we still miss you so, your aura is still with all of us.

Traci Hernandez

August 6, 2010

Janessa, you had a heart of gold like your mom. Beauty sure does run in your family. You are at peace with Jesus now.

August 6, 2010

ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS,LOVE EMILIO AND FAMILY

haydee rivera

August 5, 2010

baby all I want to say is that i miss you and i love you more than ever,you will always be my sillymanding and the most beautiful thing I have,i pray to God everyday that the day I depart form here you are the one that I see first,love you baby,abuela

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