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Damaso RIVERA Obituary
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Damiana Pesante Rivera and a son, Robert Pesante.
He leaves to cherish his blessed memories his children from his first marriage, Fileda, Carla, Gustavo and Valdimer; his daughters, that he raised, Talita Swann (Edward) and Judy Bonilla (Ray) and Nelly Melandez; his sons, Bay Pesante and Charlie Pesante (Cindy); his brother, Pedro Rivera (Anna); his sisters, Margarita Rivera, Maria Rivera and Guillerna Rivera; and a very special granddaughter, who devotedly dedicated herself to his care until the end, Kristy Griffin. He was also affectionately known as "Grandpa Tom" to all of his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends.
A funeral service will be held at noon on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010, in Williamsburg Assembly of God Church, 5232 Longhill Road with the Rev. David Gibson officiating. Interment will follow in Williamsburg Memorial Park. The family will receive friends and Mr. Rivera may be viewed in the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday.
Professional service entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, 757-229-3011. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Damaso RIVERA
Tisha M.
September 17, 2010
God Bless your Dad's soul Augustine and your Family. May all of your healing begin, and may his spirit transcend, to Heaven.
Augustiine Riviera
September 16, 2010
"God Bless You. You are in God's hand and living eternally after in God's firmament. I wish things would have been better."
Your son, Gustavo (Augustiine)
September 16, 2010
Abesent from the body present with the Lord, again we all meet again, you were loved and your comany was great always telling a joke, Praying for those he leaves behind until they meet with you again, God Bless Michelle Calderin Diaz and Family
Wayna Brown
September 16, 2010
My sincerest condolances to the family of Mr. Rivera. What a sweet special man he was. It was a pleasure to spend a little time with him. He was gracious and kind, and knew he was loved by you all. He will be missed....
Chuck Brown
September 15, 2010
We all know youre happy up there with Grandma Pesante! We'll see you in a little while!
Lydia Bryant
September 15, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God bless and keep you.
Charlie Pesante
September 15, 2010
You're finally Home and rejoined with Mom. Although you'll be missed we find joy in knowing we'll be together as a family in the future. May God bless you,Tom.
with our love,
Charlie&Cindy Pesante
Beverly Courtney
September 15, 2010
We express our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Mr. Rivera. We only met him a few times, but he always welcomed us with a warm smile and strong handshake that turned into a hug. He didn't seem to know strangers -- only people who were going to be new friends. We pray he is at peace with the Lord. God bless those of you left behind. Love, The Courtney Family
Trish and Gordon Happel
September 15, 2010
My deepest sympathies and prayers.
Melanie Pesante Courtney
September 15, 2010
I am so glad we got to spend some time with you on your birthday. You made us laugh like always! Madison will never be able to say "sure" without saying it like you did "SUUUUURRRRE". She thought that was so funny! I am happy you are now with grandma again...it's where you have wanted to be since she left this earth. xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Emilio/Tracey Pesante
September 15, 2010
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Jeniffer Fiorello
September 15, 2010
I'm gonna miss you Grampa Tommy. I remembered how you'd "flirt" with
me. Such the lady's man. I'm gonna miss seeing you walking with your stick up and down centerville! My last memory of you was passing you on the sidewalk and I yelled out " hey Grampa Tommy!" Now back up with your wife, may you dance together eternally.
Emilio Pesante
September 15, 2010
We Will Miss You Grandpa Tom! We are happy for you that you are now with grandma once again. We know that you have longed to see be with her since she has passed. I know you two along with my dad and mom are having a great time together in heaven eating spanish rice and telling stories.
With Love
Emilio Damaso Pesante, Tracey and Makenzie
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