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Mary Rivers Obituary

Mary Pearl Rivers

Mary Pearl Rivers, age 92, of Pensacola, FL died on November 7, 2012 following a brief illness.

She was born on Dec. 29, 1919 in Selma, Al to the late Jack and Virginia Hartley and was united in marriage to George Rivers. To that union three children were born; King, Johnny, and Georgia Rivers. She was a faithful member of the Antioch Baptist Church, the "RedTop"s, and a devoted and loving mother to her children , grandchildren and church family.

She was preceded in death by her parents the late Jack and Virginia Hartley, Brother Earnest Hartley and son, Johnny Rivers.

She is survived by her son, King Edward Rivers (Carolyn); daughter, Georgia Lee Sunday (Jimmie);God child Johnie Johnson, grandchildren, Cynthia Witherspoon, Chinesa Sunday, Bridget Sunday, Starlet Thomas, Jimonica Geri, Carmen Rivers, Tonya Morris, Precious Rivers, Bridget Rivers, 15 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great grandchildren. Special thanks to Dr. Tucker, Baptist Hospital, the Rosewood Manor Nursing Staff, and a special friend Voncile Brandon.

Friends may call at Joe Morris Funeral Home from 12 pm-7pm on November 11, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 1pm on November, 12, 2012 at Antioch Baptist church with Dr. Rev. Nathanion Smith Officiating. Burial will follow at Rest Haven Gardens.

Joe Morris and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by the Pensacola News Journal on Nov. 11, 2012.
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May God continue to bless the entire family as days passes.

Nicholas Causey

November 17, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. She was the sweetest lady you ever wanted to meet. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Beverly James

November 13, 2012

may God bless

brewer family

November 13, 2012

Daddy, Aunt Georgia an family praying strength understanding an peace during this tryin time. Sending you all much love an support. Love you all Carmen

Carmen Rivers/ Russell

November 11, 2012

King and Carolyn, I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this time. May God be with you.

Beverly Pitts

November 11, 2012

Georgia and family,may God bless you at this time of sorrow. love Nancy Hill

November 10, 2012

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