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Margaret Rivera Obituary
Megan passed away on Monday, May 30, 2011 in Scottsdale, AZ. Her death was preceded by her father's, J. Bruce MacDougall. Megan is survived by her husband, Mark Rivera; mother, Blanche MacDougall; daughter, Caitlin Jackson; and brother, Douglas MacDougall. She was born on September 5, 1966 in Arlington, VA. While growing up, Megan lived in many towns throughout Virginia, Ohio, Florida, Texas and California. She graduated from Pleasant High School in Marion, OH and the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Her career took several different paths. For many years she worked in the food and beverage industry as a restaurant and catering manager. Her interest in and love of children drew her to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Scottsdale where she worked for five years. She won a national award as well as several other awards for her work at the club. Megan brought happiness to all who knew her. She was like a falling star, flashing briefly but brightly. Those who she has left behind will always love, remember and miss her. A visitation will be held on Friday, June 3, 2011 from 6-8 PM and a memorial service will be held Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 1 PM, both at Messinger Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School Rd. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in her name to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Scottsdale. Arrangements entrusted to Messinger Indian School Mortuary.
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Marvie Young
June 6, 2011
I am very saddened to hear about the passing of Megan and my heart goes out to the family. I had the privelege of working with Megan at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Scottsdale and I am grateful for the time I was able to share with her. She is an angel now.
Becky Hornack
June 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Blanche, Caitlin and the rest of the family. Megan was one of the first people I met when I started working for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. She was so nice and always spoke so lovingly of her family. She will be missed!
Keith Stroup
June 2, 2011
Blanche,
I will always have the fondest memories of Megan. I still see her as a young girl. And even though she grew to be an incredible adult and to have a lovely daughter of her own, those images and visions of the early years will be forever with me when I think of her. It was an honor to know her at all. All of my love,
Trish Brown
June 2, 2011
Caitlin and Family,
Kara and I are so very saddened by the loss of your beautiful mother, daughter, wife and firend. She is now your beautiful angel guiding you and touching and kissing you gently with her angel wings. Megan was just wonderful to my Kara at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale. The times we spent at the waterpark and the fun Family Nights at the club will always be with us. But most importantly the loving and gentle way that Megan took care of my Kara. She was the best. We will miss her greatly. You and you family are in our thoughts and paryers during this difficult time. Kara and Trish Brown
Trish Brown
June 2, 2011
Caitlin and family,
Kara and I are so very saddened by the passing of your beautiful beautiful mother, daughter, wife and friend. She is now your beautiful angel watching and touching you so ever gently with her angel wings and angel kisses. She was wonderful to us and so loved my Kara. I will never forget the times we spent at the waterpark and Boy's & Girls night activities. You're in our hearts and paryers. Much love to you all. Kara and Trish Brown
Ashley Douglas
June 2, 2011
Sorry to hear of Megan's passing. Thoughts go out to the family, especially Blanche and Caitlin.
June 2, 2011
Our hearts know your pain, Blanche and Caitlin. Our daughter, Glory (age 23) and Megan may have lost their battles with cancer, but be assured our family will continue fighting cancer through The RACE Charities Foundation to help save lives for all the Megans and Glorys of the world. Cancer can not extinguish their light which lives on in our hearts and with the Lord Jesus. Megan radiated a kindness and love that will never end. May the Lord hold Megan's family tightly and be their comfort and the source of their life.
June 2, 2011
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