Joseph Rivera

Joe was a wonderfully dedicated Father, a loving Husband, and a good loyal Friend to many. I sincerely wish we had the opportunity to get to know eachother better. Joe had a great sense of humor- a quick wit, as well as a very engaging conversationalist. He was passionate about many a subject. You are undoubtedly missed my Friend! With Much Love, your Sister in law, Cin

My Sweet Son-in-Law Joe- I miss you so much. You're my scotch drinking buddy. We shared so many evenings sitting on your deck around your log burning fire, just talking & enjoying the evening. We also shared many Holidays, Birthdays & weekend times together. you always welcomed me and my family. You will be remembered as a very upstanding guy. You will be missed always. You left a big "void" in our lives, Joe, your sons, & Janet and neices & nephews, friends & family. Joe our prayers are with you still, and I hope & pray you and your mom & Poppy enjoy eternal peace. May your Soul & all the Souls of the departed, Rest in Peace. In Loving Memory, Forever, Anita OX

Joe was the most unique friend I ever had. He will be in my heart and mind forever. A very well educated and wordly guy. A loving interest in Porches and fine European cars. Joe had a very soft politeness to him and would listen to anything I had to share with him.
He loved his sports and admired people with exceptional physical skills. I remember going to the hospital with him several times and he was very humbled that as a friend I had his interests and support in my heart and mind.
I will Joe forever. They definately broke the mold on Joe. Rest in peace my friend.

Joe was always the life of the party and the party didn't start without him. He was intelligent, gentle, strong and kind. He listened to me intensely with his beautiful intense blue eyes. He helped me get through my hardships and celebrated my triumphs. We both grew up in New York City, hispanics developing an immediate kinship, a bond I will never have, like I had with Joe. Rest easy mi hermano amado amigo. How joyful it was to love and have you.

Joe was the love of my life and I miss him everyday and wish we had more time together. We always said, I love you, every day. We talked, laughed, argued and worried together. He said I made him a better man and I know he made me a better woman. Im choosing to focus on all the good memories, the laughter and joy. We had a great ride together.

Joe was one of the great ones. From a summer with him as a teenager, through many visits over the years Joe always would challenge me to be my best. Take care of family, respecting others and yourself while being true to yourself are ideals I will always take from being with Joe. I am glad my kids had that one great Christmas with him. He is missed.