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Eddel Rivera Obituary
Eddel, 23, of Charlotte, died Saturday, February 18, 2006.
Her family will receive friends from 5:30 until 7:00 PM Friday, February 24, at the Wilson Chapel of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service, 5301 Albemarle Road, with a memorial service to follow at 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel.
Eddel is survived by her parents, Eduardo and Edelina Rivera of Charlotte; and grandmother, Corazon Rivera of the Philippines.
Arrangements are by the Wilson Chapel of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service, online at www.hankinsandwhittingtonwilson- chapel.com .
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Memories and Condolences
for Eddel Rivera
Pamela Dunn
August 3, 2006
To Mr.& Mrs. Rivera, My prayers will always be with you. Eddel came into my family three years ago.. Richard bought her home and introduced her to us as his fiance. We fell in love with her right away, she was beautiful, intelligent, funny, warm, kind and she loved Richard. They lit up a room together. We where teaching her how to cook some of Richard's favorite meals, and she was teaching us about her culture and foods she enjoyed. She was a great aunt to the nieces and nephews. She was my daughter's best friend. She enjoyed family time with us, birthdays, christmas. She was a good listener. She was always so bubbly, and energetic. I loved her as one of my own. The loss of Eddel and Rich has been very hard for all of us. You can always be proud of your daughter she was an angel she spoke of her love for you all the time. I know that they are together and we will see them again.
Richard and Eddel are deeply missed and our hearts are broken. May God bless your family in this great loss of our loved ones... sincerely, in my prayers and forever on my heart. Richard's Mom
Kelly Kordish
June 21, 2006
To Eddel's Family,
I am truly sorry about your loss. I didn't know Eddel personally, but I had many classes with her at UNCC. We were both Biology majors. She was always so kind and very intellegent. I just wanted you to know that eventhough I didn't know her that well, I knew she was a great person with many accomplishments. I will always keep you and Eddel in my prayers.
Adrian
March 15, 2006
I'm sorry about your loss, may god be with you!
kristy carlisle
March 12, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. rivera i'm sorry about eddel her an d richard was one of my good friends i'm sorry i didn't make me and richards mom got lost we cou;dn't find it.they'll be missed dearly.
Abegail Donini
March 2, 2006
Tita Del and Tito Eddie,
Our prayers to you and your family. It was a blessing to have known her and she will not be forgotten.
God Bless.
Abegail, Craig, Dominic & Anthony
Kimberly Potts
March 1, 2006
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Rivera,
Eddel was my bestfriend at Olympic and we promised that we would always keep in touch. I remember when Eddel, her boyfriend, Jayme, and I got together and went bowling. That was a great night. I am so sorry that I didn't know in time to pay my respects but, I want you to know that she will be missed always and you are in my prayers.
George
February 26, 2006
I heard the story of this tragic event from a co-worker and it just broke my heart. May the Lord bless you during your time of need.
Jayme Goodrick
February 26, 2006
Eddel was my best friend in highschool. There was no place that we went where we didn't have so much fun. All my memories have here in it. She will be in my memories all my life. I loved her like a sister. She was always there for me. I tried to be there for her. Eddel was my angel, and I know that she is wastching over us all now. She will always be missed.
Emma Gamban
February 23, 2006
Eddel was like a daughter to me (as were Allison and Janis). I used to call them “Charlie’s Angels” because they were always together, so inseperable. I will never forget her face - gleaming with joy every time she eats my mocha cake (her favorite).
She will be missed dearly by our family.
Dell and Eddie – always keep in mind that God is with you and right now, your two angels are beside HIM…
Love and prayers,
Emma, Jimmy, Jason and Jay
~ Gamban Family ~
Heather Meldrich
February 23, 2006
I did not know Richie and Eddel for long. I was talked into joining a pool league and just so happened to be on Richie's team. I thought that Eddel was on our team too but after about a month, I realized she was not playing pool with us. She was there to support Richie. They were a very sweet couple and a joy to be around. After getting to know Richie, I was glad to finally meet someone who talked faster than me. Richie taught me how to Lag (sp?) - which is done before a pool match is played to determine who breaks. He was a great teacher. Eddel played sometimes during practice and she was a lot better than she thought she was. She told me that Richie taught her how to play when they started dating. For her being so new to the game, she was really good and obviously had a great teacher. My boyfriend and I were excited to have met a great couple to hopefully get to know better and spend more time together. They will be missed dearly. I am glad to know that they both had a lot of family and friends who can help support each other during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Prince Dale
February 23, 2006
My heart goes out to eddel family and friends who were hurt because of this fatal car wreck. Richard who was my cousin and best friend would go shot pool go bowling and many trip to Carowinds with my wife and Eddel. I have being Richard and Eddel when he would pick her up from work.We have watched many panther football games together as a family and hurt not to able to share those time again. We LOVE YALL FROM PRINCE AND THE FAMILY
Netra Dale
February 22, 2006
Hello Ms. and Mr.Rivera I'm sorry about your daughter and I just want to say I will keep you in my prays. Mr. and Mr.Rivera even though I dont know you personally I do love yall so much and yes I will always miss Eddel.
Love Richard Cousin,Netra Dale
Lolita Dale
February 22, 2006
To Eddel's mother and father
We mourn with the lost of your love one.
A loved one lost can grieve the heart, and make us yearn for tomorrow,When jehovah God will keep the promise he made of no pain, no death,no sorrow.I Have hope toward God,the hope of the resurrection. Love Richard Charles Bryant Aunt Lolita Dale.
Tiffany Barnes
February 22, 2006
I do not know your family but heard about this terrible accident. I just want you to know how sorry I am and that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God keep you close during this difficult time.
janice oakley
February 22, 2006
To the parents of Eddel,
We loved her. Thank you for sharing her with us.Janice,Beth Ann and Archie
Steve & Terry Mirman
February 22, 2006
Eddy & Del, our prayers are with you every day. We send our blessings of love and wish you peace.
Debra Teal
February 22, 2006
Eddel was such a beautiful person and we all know where she is now...we will miss her so very much and I hurt so much for her family. I had the honor and priviledge to have her work for me when Kerr Drug was up at Steele Creek Commons. She was a joy to work with and such a loving and friendly teen. She loved her family first and formost and she never ever did anything that they would not approve of. She was something her parents can always be proud of and knowing them....they are. Remember God has a plan and as hard as it is to swallow this plan, I know you will and one day you will see Eddel again and all this pain will be gone. She loved you so much and always wanted you to be happy...remember this and smile. I am right around the corner (Merimac and Musket) if you need me. God is with you both, Debra Teal
Kimberly Tucker
February 22, 2006
To the Rivera family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter Eddel. She was a very sweet and beautiful person. I met her and Richard at my brothers house where Richard was staying. They seemed like a happy couple and they were always with each other. My brother is taking it really hard because Richard was his best friend. My prayers go out to you and your family. May God bless and be with you always....
Juan Carlos Armas
February 21, 2006
I just want to let the Rivera family that they are in our prayers.
Ashley Banez
February 21, 2006
To Tito Eddie and Tita Dell,
My family knows what you are goig threw, because it is like she was part of our family too. Especially Allison. She is taking this really hard. Eddel was like an older sister to her, she watched over her all the time. Eddel was so nice to everyone in my family, she even went to mine and my sister Robyn's birthdays. Even the first time I met her I knew she would be different from the rest of Allison's friends. If they were going to the mall or just out, she would always invite me and Robyn. I am very sorry for your loss, and as I said before, losing her is like losing my older sister. But sometimes I really wish she was my older sister because she would be the nicest out of all six.
alice bernardino
February 21, 2006
To Ed and Dell
Edell was a very sweet lady, She will be missed by me and the rest of the family especially ,my daughter Allison, her smile,her laughter and her touch. I will miss her dearly especially during the parties, asking for her favorite foods, like palabok and especially my mocha cake which she really loves. Love Tita Alice
Michelle Holley
February 21, 2006
Mr & Mrs Rivera,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Eddel was a wonderful young lady who was a terrific friend to my daughter. She was always smiling and always saw the best in people. She loved you with all her heart and she let all of us know it. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Allison Banez
February 21, 2006
I'll never forget the 99'-00' New Year's party at my aunt's house where I first met Eddel. I remember exactly what she was wearing, a blue sweater and jeans. I was 12. Rich, I was introduced to by Eddel, I immediately saw how much joy he brought to her, and how much they loved each other's company.
For those who knew Eddel knew how polite, smart, and such a genuine good person she was. I can not recall one moment where her and I had a fight through out our friendship, not one single time. She guided me through the hardships I went through, and guided me to make the right choices. We shared composing and reviewing beautiful poetry we had written, with one another. And I will always remember the many events we attended together, and all the laughs we shared, and tears. Today and for the rest of my life, I will share these tears with many others who loved and knew her.
I'll always remember Rich as that funny, confident, open-minded man. We spent months sharing time with Eddel, and from the start I could see how much love and devotion he had for my best friend. Richard definately passed the test I always have for anyone pursing my closest friend...he took care of Eddel, and I am forever greatful she has him, because she deserves nothing more than the best.
(((Tita Dell & Tito Eddie)))...I LOVE YOU TWO SO MUCH, and will always be here when you need me. You raised a beautiful, intelligent young woman, and Eddel is one of the greatest friends I will ever have.
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Allison
Kirby
February 21, 2006
God bless you you are in my prayers
Bonnie & Bruce Newberg
February 21, 2006
Eddie and family, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss.
Sharon Banez
February 21, 2006
Tita Del & Tito Edie
Our family mourns with you for your loss. Eddel was a person who never turned her back on anyone and befreinded those that others didnt care to. She will be missed by all. A loss is never something easy to get over, but remember all your friends are here to help you through your hard times.
Always,
The Banez Family
Jennifer Hager
February 21, 2006
I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I knew Eddel in hight school. Debra, Nicky, Eddel and I used to hang out together. When I heard the news I was shocked that something like this could happen to such a good person as Eddel. I know she will be dearly missed by all how knew her. My thoughts and prayers and with you.
Jarred Hisel
February 21, 2006
My deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family. Eddel has taken care of my daughter Danielle in the past. I had the privilege of meeting her through Allison.
Lisa Wright
February 21, 2006
I am sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter and that you lost her in a senseless act. I pray for you and your family, that your pain will someday ease and you will again find peace and grace in this world.
"And now to God I will return
I know my time is drawing near
Let memories that bless and burn
Heal your heart with tears"
Leslie Utiss
February 21, 2006
Dear Eddie and Family,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this time. You are in my prayers and thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss. Your daughter was such a gifted special person and she will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Becky Carver
February 21, 2006
To the Rivera family. I am so sorry for your loss...I knew Edell and Rich..they were really good and sweet kids and did not deserve this..you are in my thoughts and prayers.
J Ford
February 21, 2006
I just wanted to let the family know that you are in my prayers.
Shawntay Wilson
February 21, 2006
I would like to extend my condolence to the Rivera family I didn't know Eddel personally but the story was a tragic to me may god continue to comfort the Rivera family through this terrible time.
George Hanlon
February 21, 2006
Friend and former co-worker of Ed Rivera.
Yasmin Fujiwara
February 21, 2006
Dear Del and Eddie,
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are always with you. Your angels are in heaven right now...
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let me sow love.
Where there is injury, pardon.
Where there is doubt, faith.
Where there is despair, hope.
Where there is darkness, light.
Where there is sadness, joy.
Lord, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled, as to console.
To be understood, as to understand.
To be loved, as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive.
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned.
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life...
God Bless You ~
Yasmin, Mike and Brandon
Lisa Lane
February 21, 2006
I live across the street from Eddel's parents on Antebellum and I just cannot tell you how deeply sorry that I am for your loss. I pray for you daily.
Sharon Baucom
February 21, 2006
I met Eddel & Richard a few months ago and instantly knew they were 2 great people. I enjoyed seeing them. They both were so full of life and love for each other and people around them. I will miss seeing there smiling faces and there warm hugs and kindness. They were and always will be in my thoughts and heart. My heart goes out to the family, may God bless and keep you in his arms.
Orlando and Donna Angeles
February 21, 2006
We hope that time will ease the sorrow easier to bear. Our thoughts
are with you in this time of sorrow.
jill burkeen
February 21, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss. i donot know your family I am only thinking and praying for you. i wish you well in the days to come. when i heard this tradgedy, I could not believe it. Once again, I pray things will get better for your family and that the healing prcess will come with lots of memories of your daughter.
Carolyn Ekers
February 21, 2006
Mr and Mrs Rivera, I cannot tell you how sorry I am. I've met Edell a few times at my granddaughters home, Jayme, and we have all been devasted and shook to the bone because of this. Edell's memory will always be around, she was a great person, So very sorry, Carolyn
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