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Milton Rivas Obituary
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RIVAS, Milton Milton Rivas died December 15, 2011 at his residence in Hoover, Alabama. Milton was born June 10, 1978 in El Salvador. He was the beloved adopted son of Bob and Vonnie Fry. He graduated from Auburn University with a degree in social work. He received his masters in social work from the University of Alabama. Milton was dedicated to his profession of being a social worker. He especially cared about children caught in the vicious cycle of foster care. His love of God inspired his life. Surviving are his parents, Bob and Vonnie Fry, eight brothers and sisters and 16 nieces and nephews. Milton's family and friends will cherish his memory and their time with him forever. A celebration of his life will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church, Wilmington, NC. on Friday, December 30, 2011 at 10:00. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Sr. Isaac, The Tileston Outreach, 412 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
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Lisa Swanzy
January 11, 2012
Dearest Milton,
I saw your obituary today in the O-A News. My heart is broken, and I type this note through a flood of tears. Though you were my student at Auburn, I admired you more than words could EVER SAY! The day you graduated from AU, I could not have been any prouder than if you were my own son! I shall miss you IMMENSELY AND PRAY for your family!
Safe journey, Milton, say hello to my dad as he knows you now, and as always, WAR EAGLE!
Lisa
January 3, 2012
It was with great sadness and surprise that I learned of Milton's passing. I had the privilege of getting to know him when he worked in Parker, AZ and subsequently moved to Yuma. His love of Faith was always so inspirational to me and I always enjoyed when he welcomed me... I'd like to share the following in his memory:
Life is but a stopping place,
A pause in what's to be,
A resting place along the road,
to sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
Different paths along the way,
We all were meant to learn some things,
but never meant to stay...
Our destination is a place,
Far greater than we know.
For some the journey's quicker,
For some the journey's slow.
And when the journey finally ends,
We'll claim a great reward,
And find an everlasting peace,
Together with the lord
~Author unknown
Gregory Baker
January 1, 2012
I knew Milton for a relatively short period of time, but it didn't take me long to understand and appreciate his deep love for the Lord and people. He was really one of the nice ones. I will miss our chats.
Melissa Lerch
December 29, 2011
Milton was a classmate of mine at SPX and Auburn. He was always kind and friendly and had a great sense of humor. I remember him telling me about his plans to become a social worker to help those in need. I will pray for the repose of his soul, and for the healing and comfort of his family.
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Kate Preston
December 29, 2011
I was so sad to learn of Milton's passing. He was such a welcoming person - kind to everyone he met. He touched many at St. Pius. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Many condolences,
sonia voigt
December 29, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God bless you.
Lyndsey Arnold
December 29, 2011
I am very sorry to hear about Milton's passing. He had a great soul and a huge heart. My thoughts and prayers are with the Fry and Rivas family. May he rest in peace.
Lyndsey Arnold - St. Pius X '99
December 28, 2011
To the Rivas Family:
May you be comforted from God's word, the Bible, recorded at James 4:8; "Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you."
My condolences,
SJB.
Sara Snipes
December 28, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss.
Mark Snipes
December 28, 2011
I am sincerely sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Mark Snipes
matt broderick
December 28, 2011
I'm very sorry to hear about this. In the last few years I reconnected with Milton through facebook. He was always such a nice person. May he rest in Peace.
Matt Broderick
Glenda Ford
December 28, 2011
To the Rivas family,
May your memories of Milton be a source of comfort to you, and may God be your refuge and strength. Psalms 46::1
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