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Rivers, David
David Rivers, 43, of Ithaca, NY, died unexpectedly on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at the Cayuga Medical Center. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt and was known as one of the best painters in Ithaca. Dave had a heart of gold and was very lovable and creative. Dave is survived by his mother, Jeanette (Ronald) Roman; his son, David Rivers, Jr. and daughter, Mara Rivers; his brother, Kenneth (Tammy) Bennett and his twin brother, Darryl Rivers and his precious grandson, David Rivers III. He also survived by his longtime companion, Nancy Johnson; several aunts, uncles, including Tommy (Lori) Bennett who was like a brother to him and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Billy Rivers and sister, Lisa Rivers Swansbrough. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 2:30 pm at the Bangs Funeral Home. Friends may call prior to the service beginning at 1:30 pm. Burial in Calvary Cemetery will be delayed until spring. Donations in Dave's memory may be made to the American Heart Association.
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Cindy Ellis
January 3, 2014
R.I.P Uncle Dave, Love & Miss You
Jessica
January 2, 2014
Nicole Murray
January 2, 2014
May he rest in peace!!
sara
January 1, 2014
Jeanette and family, I am so sorry for your loss. RIP David!
Donna Steven
January 1, 2014
to the man that tought me everything i know in the painting world,you where the best at what you did, and i am proud to been able to work by your side for yrs. i will miss you disco dave you will never be forgotton and thanks for all you did for me and rest in peace brother
bear elia
January 1, 2014
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss.David was always a gentlemen to me and I will miss seeing him.I am so thankful we have his precious grandson to carry on his name.
tammy martinez
January 1, 2014
My heart goes out to each and every one of you! David was a great guy and a gentle soul. I will cherish all the great memories. Rest in Peace my friend......
Sheila Whyte
December 31, 2013
I have many memories of our grade school years together. RIP Dave, you will be missed.
Dave Nixon
December 31, 2013
dave... you were a very good friend and boss to my son gary randy elia....he will dearly miss you! may you rip
sandy pierce
December 31, 2013
Thought's and Prayer's to Aunt Jeanette and family. He was a Good person and Full of laughter and smile's . He will truly be missed .
Missy and Bobby Oliver
December 31, 2013
TRACEY ANDREA
December 31, 2013
Jeannette,
Am so sorry for your loss. You are always in my thoughts and heart. I will be praying for you. I will call you soon to check on you. Love you!!!!
Beverly
Beverly Fogel (Champion)
December 31, 2013
Gonna miss that smile big Dave :( may u rest in peace my friend
chad waterman
December 31, 2013
Rip big dave! It has been over a year since i have seen you since i moved out of state butwhen i found out it hurt just as bad! You will be greatly missed! Lots of love sent out to little dave during this hard time
jessica vogel
December 31, 2013
Holly Starks
December 31, 2013
Mara and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Deb Gould
December 31, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to Mara and the entire family.
Jessie
Jessie Townsend
December 31, 2013
RIP David, My thoughts & Prayers are with the Family at this time of sorrow, May God guide you through this sad time.
Michelle Kastenhuber-Bolster
December 31, 2013
Thought and prayers to your entire family. I feel blessed to have known you, you were always a gentleman and hard worker. Carl J. Morse "CJ"
December 31, 2013
Jeanette,
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May he RIP
Shirley Bennett Baker
December 31, 2013
Jeanette and family,
So many things to remember from childhood to adulthood... David will always be in our hearts... May he rest in peace... much love to the family always!
Sara
Sara Elliott
December 31, 2013
My thoughts, heart, and prayers go out to Davids family. We always had great time together. David will be missed. Love you man
Jamie (aka) " WART " Richar
December 31, 2013
I am sadden about David's passing. My love, thoughts and prayers are being sent to your whole family.
Cindy Grover
December 31, 2013
Jennifer Stansfield
December 31, 2013
Kendra Utter
December 31, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. I love you all.
Jennifer Stansfield
December 31, 2013
R.I.P. david
scott brown
December 31, 2013
Cheyenne Woodward
December 31, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tom & Brenda Andrews
December 31, 2013
ileane sill
December 31, 2013
We all will miss you dearly "big" david rivers sr. You always knew how to put a smile on anyones face, or have them laughing non stop to the point you can't breathe. Your witts and your humor will always be with us. You were a good father. A great friend. And you will be truely missed by all of us. R.I.P. my good friend till we meet again. You've left your mark like a hand print in wet cement, you'll always be in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers.
justin derocher
December 31, 2013
cyrus arcangeli
December 31, 2013
Natasha Warner
December 31, 2013
David you are very loved and missed by all of us I pray God comforts this whole family and wraps his loving arms around your mom your departure leaves a void no one can ever heal rest in peace
Lori Bennett
December 31, 2013
To the family I meet David one time at Ashleys Graduation Party he is a nice guy sorry for your loss and I will pray for u all
Christina Furman
December 31, 2013
Very sorry for your loss Mara & David Jr & Nancy and the rest of his family!! Prayers & love are sent your way! May you know he's your guardian Angel & will always be with you!
Becky Karschner
December 30, 2013
tracey swansbrough
December 30, 2013
don swansbrough jr
December 30, 2013
Casandra Barrows
December 30, 2013
tim chandler
December 30, 2013
melissa wheeland
December 30, 2013
David -
You were loved by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing you. You will truly be missed. May you be at peace.
Paula Carabetta
December 30, 2013
Desiree Barrows
December 30, 2013
Tom Bennett
December 30, 2013
To my nephew David
You will be with me on every hunt and every line that I cast , you will always be with me in everything I do , I miss you , until we meet again With all my LOVE your Uncle Tom
Tom Bennett
December 30, 2013
Thoughts and prayers for the whole family... U were taken too soon Dave... U will always be missed but never forgotten.
Mike Barb and the kiddos Eustice
December 30, 2013
We were sorry to read of your loss. May "the God of all comfort" (2 Cor. 1:3) be with you at this time.
M & S
December 29, 2013
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