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Willie James Rivers

Birmingham, Alabama

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age 78, of Birmingham passed away. Homegoing celebration will be held 11AM Friday, May 19, 2017 at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church with burial at Elmwood Cemetery. He was a graduated of Parker High School and Tennessee State University. He did additional studies at UAB and Samford. He was a long time...

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May 23, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the family of the late Mr. Willie James Rivers.
We grew up in the same neighborhood, went to Parker High School together and remained friends until his death. He will be fondly remembered by my family and me.
Our Lord and Savior saw fit to call Mr. Rivers, another Angel, to be with him. On earth, he was always so caring, kind, giving, helpful, considerate and loving.. Even though he is not physically here, his presence still remains in our minds,...

My condolences to the family Of Willie Rivers.Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

"So live tha when thy summons comes to join the innumerable caravan... You lie down to plesant dreams."

Sleep well Mr. Rivers. We will miss your gentle sprit and consistant support.

Peace and Blessings to the family of Willie James Rivers. I had the privilege of working with "Rivers" at Social Security. He was a wonderful gentleman of class, character and impeccable taste! The Heavens have surely received his spirit!

Rest In Peace Willie , my friend.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Mr. Rivers will truly be missed by A. H. Parker High School special education department.

Sincere condolences to the Rivers family. Mr. Rivers was a fine and loving man. He had a very great influence on my professional career as well. Blessings to you all.

My sincere condolences to the Rivers Family on the death of Willie James Rivers. I'm a Retired Service Representative of The Social Security Administration. I'm sure I, as many others benefitted from the work he did to afford people from the outside to obtain employment at this Administration! During his years at Sicual Security, he was instrumental in effecting changes in the way things were done pertaining to Black people. Mr Rivers maintained an extraordinary record for his tenure at the...

R.I.P. WILLIE.....