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David Rivers Obituary

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.

Published by Ithaca Journal on Dec. 31, 2013.
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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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