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Donald G. "Don" RIVA

FUNERAL HOME

Paul R. Young Funeral Home - Mt. Healthy

7345 Hamilton Avenue

Cincinnati, Ohio

Donald RIVA Obituary

RIVA

Donald "Don" G. Beloved husband of Glenda Riva; Brother of Darren Riva and brother-in-law of Lynda (the late Raymond) Reitman; Uncle of Dave Reitman and Doug Reitman; Nephew of Jerry (Nancy) Jones and Ralph Thomas; He is also survived by very good friends, Dave Wernery, Denver Clark, Fred Mabry and several cousins. Don passed away on May 26, 2014 at the age of 59. He was a resident of Springfield Twp. Don was preceded by his parents, Donald Riva and Joyce Blasco and brother, Dale Riva. A memorial service will be held at Paul R. Young Funeral Home, 7345 Hamilton Ave., Mt. Healthy on Saturday, May 31, 2014 at 4:00pm with an hour of visitation prior. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society or Hospice of Cincinnati. Condolences may be sent to

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer on May 29, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald RIVA

33 Entries

June 27, 2014

I will always miss you and talking with you. You were always there for me.
I hope our afternoon conversations helped pass the time for you.
Loved you.. " You better"
Always,
Trish Kenyon

Al Davis

June 11, 2014

A great friend and was always respected and admired by me. A more honest person I never knew. I am proud to call Don my friend. My prayers are with all who are grieving his passing. He is home now and at peace. Thank you for a lot of great memories Don, you will be missed greatly.

June 2, 2014

Don was extremely sensitive to others struggles twice he helped me through tuff times. My last day working at ITC after 35 years he knew it would be emotional so he made sure he Left with me and he took me to happy hour really cool move on his part.

Sally and Bill Lorber

June 2, 2014

We used to live by Don Butterfly Ct. and I also worked at P&G when he started there. We live in Ca now and I was so sorry to hear of his passing. Our thoughts are with you.

June 2, 2014

Don, you were such a warm person, I will keep you always in my memories. Gina Mommaerts

Angela Stuller

June 2, 2014

I interacted with Don a few times at P&G. He was always very kind and diligent about his responsibilities. My sympathy goes out to his family.

Zayeed Alam

June 2, 2014

I was very deeply saddened to hear the news of Don's death. He was a key part of the team when I worked in Cincinnati and always a very generous and supportive individual. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time

Behind the Scenes Memphis Belle

Stu Doty

June 2, 2014

A great P&G friend of 20 years. Gone too soon, but not forgotten. Don's sense of humor, his quirks that made us lover him, and his mastery of the one-line zingers will be talked about forever. Glad I had the chance to get him - when his illness was in the early stage at least - up to Wright-Patterson for the behind the scenes rebuild of the WW2 B-17 Memphis Bell. I know this was a special treat for Don and a good memory for me and how 2 fellow WW2 aviation buffs spent the day together

Rene Peters

May 31, 2014

Peace and Love to you Don. I will miss your morning "HEllO". I will pray for your family.

Fred Mabry

May 31, 2014

Don,
You will be missed by many my friend. You were always there with a smile and a " you betcha" response" when anyone asked for your help. You are a man of great honesty, integrity, quality and class. You were not afraid to stick To your principles when others did not. You had a way to greet others that was unique and brought smiles to their faces.
I will miss you my friend.

Glenda my families toughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
In closing Don would want me to say "Merkuuuuur"
Fred

May 30, 2014

We offer our deepest condolences.

Greenhills HS Alumni Association
Greenhills, Ohio

Kalyan Kumar

May 30, 2014

Sad to know Don's demise. Always smiled, great to know him at work. My deep condolances to his family.

Rick Beasley

May 30, 2014

Don is one soul i will never forget. 23 years around this guy and it wasn't enough. He was just a kind person and besides myself, i'm sure there are a bunch of little critters that will also miss him. I look forward to seeing him again. Eccleisiasties 3:1 "time and unforeseen occcurance's befall us all. Thank goodness for the promised ressurection

Komal Doshi

May 30, 2014

I will miss Don greatly. He always had a smile on his face and a positive attitude. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Nan Holt Study

May 30, 2014

Don always had a warm smile and greeting for me when I saw him. He was such a friendly person. He will be truly missed. My condolences and prayers are with family and friends during this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you during your healing journey.

Lloyd Stephenson

May 30, 2014

I was so sorry to hear that Don had passed. He was truly a wonderful and friendly guy to talk to. Always had a smile and something witty to say. He will be missed.

Sri Mirle

May 30, 2014

Sad about his demise...will miss his cheerful and uplifting dsposition...condolences to his family.

Daniel Bourgeois

May 30, 2014

I will miss Don as a committed colleague to work with and a carrying individual who made the workplace pleasant and a better place to be. I will always remember Don for the way he greeted everyone with a smile and an upbeat comment and attitude.

May 30, 2014

Don always had a smile and a warm hello. My condolences and prayers are with family and friends during this very difficult time. May the Lord carry you during this journey. Nan Holt Study, P&G

Niteen Bapat

May 30, 2014

Heartfelt condolences. I will miss my chats with Don, and his eagerness to help in any way he could. He will be missed.

Jennifer Ogle

May 30, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family! Don always greated you with smile. He was a wonderful kind hearted person that I will really miss working with.

Denise Bauer

May 30, 2014

My prayers are with you. Don was always such a friendly coworker and a delight to talk to about his cats and other things. Always encouraging me and made the office a happier place. God bless you, Don, you are truly missed.

Melissa Baker

May 30, 2014

Don was a great guy to work with; he made friends with everyone he met. He will truly be missed.

John Favors

May 30, 2014

I'm saddened with the news of Dons passing. He was a great person to work with, always with a smile and a gentle spirit. Our prayers are with those left behind.

Annette and Roland Molina

May 29, 2014

Don was always a welcomed and friendly person to work with at ITC, we will really miss our conversations with Don. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Bryony Marshall

May 29, 2014

Don will be greatly missed at ITC. He was such a sweet person with a wonderful sense of humor. My condolences go out to his family.

Pam, Joe, Nick and Emily Fernback

May 29, 2014

Glenda,
Our hearts and prayers are with you.

May 29, 2014

My sincere sympathies for your loss. May God the Hearer of Prayer bring you peace and comfort-Isaiah 51:12

Robin Sweetman

May 29, 2014

The Greenhills class of 72 is so sorry to hear of Don's passing, he will be missed.

Shannon Wagers

May 28, 2014

Always appreciated your great sense of humor at ITC. My prayers to the Riva family in this time of loss.

Andrea Weitzel

May 28, 2014

I was deeply saddened by the news of Don's passing. I would see him at ITC and he would always have a smile to brighten my day. My heart felt condolences to you and your family.

Mark Rhyne

May 28, 2014

Glenda, I am so sorry for your loss. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kristi Pattridge

May 28, 2014

My prayers are with Glenda and the rest of the family during this very sad time. Don has always been a bright light and made so many laugh. He will be greatly missed.

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