Jonathan Rivers

1951 - 2015

Jonathan Rivers obituary, 1951-2015, Pittsfield, MA

BORN

1951

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Dery Funeral Home

54 Bradford Street

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Jonathan Rivers Obituary

Jonathan V.

Rivers

1951 - 2015 MIDDLEFIELD Jonathan V. Rivers, 64, of 43 East River Road, died suddenly, Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at home. Born in North Adams on April 22, 1951, he was a son of the late Edward L. and Claire (Blair) Rivers. At the time of his death Jonathan was working as a courier for Adirondack Business Services, prior to that, he worked for several years at General Dynamics. Jonathan was an avid outdoorsman; his passions included logging and hunting. He was a "Jack of All Trades," he enjoyed being a handyman and fixing whatever he could get his hands on. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandson, Owen, and teaching him the wood business. He leaves his wife of 45 years, the former Cynthia Mierzejewski, whom he married on May 16, 1970 at Holy Family Church in Pittsfield, his son; Shane J. Rivers and his wife, Denise and their son, Owen of Worthington, MA, his daughter, Janean F. Rivers and her companion, Richard Smith of Worthington, MA., his brothers: Kenneth Rivers and his wife, Patricia of Pittsfield, Kevin Rivers of Pittsfield, his sister, Sandra Barzowski and her husband, Daniel of Pittsfield, his nieces, Kellie Ceipiela and her husband, John of Windsor, Michelle Kruger and her husband, Mickey of Pittsfield, and his nephew, Matt Barzowski and his wife, Bethany of Pittsfield, and several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Dennis Rivers and his nephew, Mark Rivers. FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services for Jonathan V. Rivers will be held Monday, September 21, 2015 with a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10a.m. at St. Charles Church with the Rev. Peter A. Gregory, pastor officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday from 1 to 4p.m. at Dery Funeral Home in Pittsfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Jonathan's memory to Soldier On, in care of DERY FUNERAL HOME, 54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield.



Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Sep. 18, 2015.
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Payroll delivery just won't be the same here at Countryside Landscape. We always looked forward to sharing a laugh with Jon, he was always a bright spot in our day. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathies to his family.

Countryside Landscape & Design Inc

September 22, 2015

I was so sad to hear of your loss. I will always remember Jonathan as the big guy with a big smile and lots of laughs! You are all in our thoughts & prayers for strength in this difficult time.

Jane (Moreau) Aubrey

September 22, 2015

Dear Ken, Pat and Family,

We are so very sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jim & Terry Boland

September 21, 2015

I ad the pleasure of working with John for a short period of time and I could see he wanted to be outdoors and he went for it, followed his dream, and was a better person for it, God Bless you John, I'll always remember your laugh and smile.

Bill Kellogg

September 21, 2015

Cindy,Shane,Janean - Sandra, Ken and Kevin.

So shocked and saddened to learn of Jonathan's passing. My deepest condolences.

Cousin Bobby in Adams

September 21, 2015

Dear Shane, Janean, & Family

So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely
John & Diane DeMoss

Diane DeMoss

September 20, 2015

I was so very saddened to hear of Jonathan's passing and want to send our sincere sympathy to all the Rivers family. Jon had a way of lighting up any room he entered with his bigger than life personality. Please know that we are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers at this sad time in your lives.

Eileen Moreau Chabot

September 20, 2015

Cindy, Shane, Janean,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Will always remember Jon's hearty laugh and wonderful spirit.

Boni Rothmann

September 20, 2015

Janean, Shane, Cindy and family,
Your are in our thoughts at this difficult time. Cherish your memories of Jon.
Jolene, Jamie, Donna and Joel

The Sakaske Family

September 20, 2015

My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May God lift you up as you draw close to him in prayer.
Psalm 94:18,19

September 19, 2015

Big Jon life won't be the same with out you. We love you.

Denise Rivers

September 19, 2015

Dear Cindy ,
PLease accept my deepest condolences on your loss ! So sorry .

Lisa Brothers

September 18, 2015

I only knew john for a couple years but he always made me feel welcome. Very sweet man. Thank you JR.

Kari August

September 18, 2015

john was a very good friend for many years, I never new a more kinder guy, always smiling, still waiting for john to come strolling up the hill in PERU to visit us. john will be missed very much, john, keep on smiling buddy, BOB GRANDBOIS AND CATHY HITCHCOCK

September 18, 2015

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Calling hours

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Dery Funeral Home

54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Sep

21

Liturgy

10:00 a.m.

St. Charles Church

MA

Sep

21

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St. Joseph Cemetery

MA

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54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

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