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Michael Rivas Obituary

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Rivas On June 15, 2013 Michael Aguirre Rivas went to be with his Heavenly Father. Michael was born November 14, 1980 in Galveston, Texas to Alice and Jesus Rivas. Michael graduated from Dickinson High School in 1999, and found his calling as an interior designer. Michael enjoyed acting, writing, cooking, entertaining others and had the gift of hospitality. He loved to travel and enjoyed the fine arts.
Michael is survived by his partner, Doug Wilson; parents, Alice and Jesus Rivas; sisters, Barbara Rivas from Dickinson, Texas, and Elizabeth McClure (Edward McClure); nieces, Katie, Laurin, and Alison McClure from Ohio; and many other extended family members. He was kind and had a big loving heart. He loved his family and friends and will be sorely missed.
In Celebration of his life and eternal rest, his memorial service will be held: Thursday, June 20, 2013 Carnes Funeral Home (exit 15) 3100 Gulf Freeway, Texas City, TX 77591 Doors open 5:30 pm for visitation. Memorial service at 7:30 pm. Reception to follow service.
The family request in lieu of flowers that donations be made to Harbor House Theatre, 3803 Hwy 3, Dickinson, TX or a charity of choice in memory of Michael Rivas.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Jun. 19, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by His Loving Family,The Rivas's.

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Claudia Valladares

June 13, 2023

I was coming this morning to work and all
Of sudden i thought about you. I won´t forget the great moments that we spend together at work and off work as well.

Your Mom

June 21, 2022

My beloved son, and my best friend!

Your mom, dad, and your sisters miss you so much. We´re always talking about you like your still here. You left us so many memories, and they make us still laugh and smile lol

Jesus Rivas

June 19, 2022

RIP my son Michael. Dad and Mom miss you 24/7. Love you always and forever.

Mom & Dad

June 22, 2021

Mom & Dad

June 22, 2021

Mom & Dad

June 22, 2021

Mom & Dad

June 22, 2021

R.I.P. our beloved son "Mikey".
Love and prayers.... We miss you so much.
8 years since you went away to be with our Lord.
Love you always

MOM & DAD

June 22, 2021

MOM & DAD

June 22, 2021

MOM & DAD

June 22, 2021

MOM & DAD

June 22, 2021

Oh, how we miss you so much. Your always in our prayers, and we give thanks to the Lord every day for bringing you to us. You changed our lives forever, and we will never forget you. We can´t wait till we be together again.
May you Rest In Peace....Love you always!!

Alice Rivas

June 22, 2020

I love you Mike, and miss you so much ... Im sending this prayer to you, which I say every day. FATIMA PRAYER
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to HEAVEN,
especially those in most need of Your mercy. AMEN
May you R.I.P.
Mom & Dad

Michael Bahr

June 13, 2020

Thinking of you sweet Mikey!

Alice & Jesus Rivas

May 31, 2019

Another year is upon us, and we are still feeling the pain we felt when the Lord called you home. Your still in our hearts and prayers, that will never change. We love you from the moon (Heaven) and back.....RIP!! ❤❤. Love Always,
Mom & Dad

Memorial Day 5/27/2019

Alice Rivas

May 31, 2019

High school/ Galveston,TX

Alice Rivas

May 31, 2019

Houston,TX.

Alice Rivas

May 31, 2019

Alice Rivas

February 15, 2018

You are missed by your family, and will never be forgotten. Your in our thoughts and prayers everyday our beloved son. We ask our Heavenly Father to bring us together some day, and not keep us apart. May you R.I.P. Mikey!❤

Alice Rivas

January 3, 2016

My Angel in Heaven how we miss you. Your in our thoughts 24/7. REST IN PEACE OUR LOVE!!!❤❤

Alice RIVAS

January 3, 2016

Alice RIVAS

January 3, 2016

Alice RIVAS

January 3, 2016

Alice Rivas

November 7, 2014

Ooh my beloved son, how I miss you Soo much. The 14th of this month would have been your 34th birthday. You'll be celebrating up in heaven with all the Angels,Saints, Our Blessed Mother Mary, St. Joseph, and with Our Heavenly Father, JESUS Christ. May you rest in peace our beloved son.

Jen Gregory

November 6, 2014

I learned of your passing today, and I feel such remorse and regret that in passing out of your life I did not know you had passed. Thank you Mike for being my first true friend, for all the help, love, support and care. Thank you for those evenings and afternoons where we would go to the park or make up songs to play together. I'm sorry I disappeared, may I get another chance to some day see my friend again

Alice Rivas

May 26, 2014

Miss you my beloved son, may you rest in pease, until we're together again! Love Mom!!!

Jesus Rivas

November 3, 2013

Love you and miss you my son. RIP. Until we meet again, Dad.

Marcela Valladares

October 31, 2013

You were dish a greatttttttt Friend !!!! Jair loved to play with you. And i always enjoyed looking at you eating my Honduran food.

Barbara Rivas

October 31, 2013

I miss you every day! I try not to be sad because I know your are safe and happy with God Almighty! You and Lolie are at peace.

Jesus Rivas

October 31, 2013

R.N.P. my beloved Son!

Love you always!

Alice / Jesus Rivas

October 31, 2013

Finally my son was laid to rest, again! He's @ Forest Park East in League City, TX. We are very Sad we had to do this again!!! Now we know for sure it's been done correctly. MAY YOU REST IN PEASE!!!!
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd : I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures:
He leadeth me beside the still waters, He restoreth my soul:
He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me in the presence of mine enemies: thou annointest my head with oil: my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy
shall follow me all the days of my life: and I shall dwell in the house of The Lord forever.
AMEN.

Alice & Jesus Rivas

October 19, 2013

Love You, always!!! Miss you very much, in our prayers, & heart until we meet again.
Mom & Dad

Alice Rivas

August 7, 2013

You will always be in my heart, and soul. You were our gift from God,& a blessing to our family. LOVE YOU, ALWAYS!!! MOM & DAD

Jessica Robertson

June 24, 2013

May the grief you are feeling pass, and leave his memories that much more ingraved in your hearts and souls. I am very sorry to hear about your loss, I didn't know Mike but I knew of him through Doug and I was sorry to hear of this sad news today.

Ann O'Leary

June 22, 2013

We are friends of Doug's. We know from him that Mike was a wonderful man, and his passing is a huge loss to Doug, his family and friends. Our thoughts and love are with Doug and Mike's family.

Sandy Gunn

June 19, 2013

so sorry for your loss. May he rest in eternal peace and his lovely spirit remain in your hearts

June 19, 2013

Rest in Peace Mikey!!! I will miss your talented mind and artistic spirit. Not to mention your soft chuckle when you found something humerus. I always was amazed at your knowledge of culture, well beyond your years.
Much Love, Michael / Dorian Bahr

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