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Heywood Hunt
June 4, 2024
Watched and played against Gator Rivers when he was at Missouri Western and on his team was the Brown brothers. He was the ultimate athlete and did use some of his dribbling and ball handling skills. I just found out about his passing and wanted to express my gratitude for his attitude when I was a youngster in college.
Prayers, best wishes, love, and prayers to all his fans, relative, families, and all he touched.
Dianne Cornwell
April 24, 2024
Knew him from school basket ball games
Patti Henry
July 13, 2023
I met Larry while we both attended Moberly Area Junior College at Moberly, Missouri in 1969. I was first struck by his amazing smile. While I never became closely acquainted with Larry, I never forgot a brief kiss we shared, just being silly, while riding to a Columbia party in a car full of kids. He was a really nice guy. I'm so sorry to learn of his death. RIP "Gator".
Tony
July 8, 2023
To the family, many, many friends, and fans of Mr. Larry "Gator" Rivers fine comfort with you during this difficult time in your lives. Mr. Larry "Gator" Rivers was a longtime member of the Harlem Globetrotters known for his dribbling skills. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Mr. Larry "Gator" Rivers. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Larry "Gator" Rivers. We will never forget that he was a wonderful basketball player of this great game, what a tremendous goal and accomplishment.
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Martinez
May 20, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time.
faith c tobin/bradley j herscot
May 14, 2023
Dear Rivers Family Brad and I send our condolences's to the Rivers's Family.he'll surely be missed very much and may he rest in peace.best faith/brad
Pat Shows
May 10, 2023
Gator Rivers was a true friend to Kids. He did many good works and never let politics interfere. The Exchange Club will miss our wonderful member.
Prayers for his family.
Ann Donaldson
May 10, 2023
So Sad to hear of the death of Gator Rivers. He was a true Savannah Gentlemen. He was a great example to follow. Ann Donaldson
Willie Taylor
May 9, 2023
RIP Larry Gator Rivers
Willie Taylor
May 9, 2023
RIP Larry Gator Rivers
JoAnn Washington
May 9, 2023
I was so sorry to hear about Gator, I have been knowing him since high school. May God grant you comfort doing this difficult time.
Don Hodges
May 6, 2023
Gator was one of my very best friends in life. We talked at least 2 to 3 times a week. He loved young people with a passion. We he got involved in politics we were much closer friends. He hated identity politics with all of his fiber. He saw everyone for who they were. He sent me a text a few days before he passed away and said he was ready when the Lord was ready for him. I loved this man we have lost a great treasure. I love you my brother. In Christ,
Don Hodges Savannah, GA
Rochelle Hines
May 4, 2023
Sending my prayers and condolences to the family of Gator Rivers. Gator and I partnered together to help our local youth with life skills, Gator coached AAU basketball with my organization Seaport Shockers, trained my boys and we traveled to many tournaments coaching girls and boys. Gator had a deep sense of community and love for our youth. He was well respected. He shared so much that it is hard to express it all. We were good friends and I will forever be grateful for all he did and all he stood for. Take flight Legend, you will be missed, you have finished the marathon. I honor you Gator , you will always be a Savannah icon
Gary, IN
May 4, 2023
May The Creator bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dianne Cornwell
May 3, 2023
I´m going to miss your call to check on little Carter and Bob. I will miss you calling me Lady D and having a good laugh with you. The Exchange Club will miss you at the meetings. The world will miss you and the love you had for the children you helped!!!!
Linda Jones
May 3, 2023
I had the privilege of meeting Mr. Larry Gator Rivers in Statesboro, Ga. He was so kind to me and my Family. He was also GREAT basketball player!! You will be Greatly Missed!
James Cunningham
May 3, 2023
My dear friend, we will meet again. Gator sought me out because of my ministry in Chatham county jail. He introduced me to foundation for a drug free world. He also joined me for a visit to the jail. Awesome man and will be greatly missed!
Doris Liggins
May 2, 2023
Friend you had a good run. You're on GOD team now. Peace. Doris Liggins.
James White
May 2, 2023
we grow up together on 38th St., Park in the 60s good friend
Pearl Gadson
May 2, 2023
RIP GATOR! You and BJ together again!
j westbrook
May 2, 2023
He lived his dream
Linda Jones
May 1, 2023
I had the privilege of meeting Larry Gator Rivers in 2017 in Statesboro,Ga. He was so kind and friendly.He took pictures with my family and I. So Glad I got to meet him
Elizabeth Bell
May 1, 2023
R.I.P. Mr.Larry
Stephanie Schell
May 1, 2023
You will be remembered for how you played.
Dr. Brenda Logan
May 1, 2023
Larry Gator Rivers, you were the best basketball player I ever knew. When you made the Globetrotters, I was not surprised. You earned it. My dad loved you dearly. He talked about working out with you at the Frank Callen Boys Club in Savannah.
You teased me about becoming a Doctor of Education, but you also chuckled when I reminded you that I always was a schoolwork nerd.
When you get to heaven, I know God will have a basketball court where you and daddy Ben can play ball.
Take care and know that you will be missed by the Beach High class of 1969.
-----Dr. Brenda Logan, Ed.D., Professor Emerita, College of Education, Armstrong/Georgia Southern 5/1/2023
Stephanie D Schell
May 1, 2023
Often hear about the Harlem Globetrotters tours on television.
Chris
May 1, 2023
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Larry Rivers. I loved the skills of the Globetrotters. It was wonderful entertainment. May God give your family comfort and peace as you mourn his loss.
Isaac milledge
May 1, 2023
Love you bro. One of the best ball handler I ever seen in my life. You will be miss . but not forgotten.good, good friend Isaac ike milledge
Linda Lee
April 30, 2023
My Sincere Condolences to a long time friend. The Lee Family send Prayers and Love to the Rivers Family. Special Condolences from Anderson Lee (Andy).
Walter "Mezzo" Reddick
April 30, 2023
My brother Gator. Thanks for all the good times we had growing up in Savannah (even though I was a Johnsonite) I will never forget you calling me when the Globetrotters came to Atlanta and you had floor seats for me and my son. Even after your Globetrotter days, you would come to Atlanta and spend times with my family and friends. I will miss you my brother but you will never be forgotten. RIP
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