Marissa Rivera

Dear Rivera Family,
Our family would like to express our sincere condolences. We are so sorry for your loss. Marissa has been a special part of our family's lives through Dr. Colletti & Dr. Matustik's dental practice for many years. She always took great care of our kids during their visits to the dentist's office. She was a familiar, friendly face that always put them at ease. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
God's Peace and Blessings!
The Schnabel Family

Marissa was the most passionate, fearless person I have ever met. I will always remember her generosity, her kindness, and her enthusiasm for life. She was a dear friend, who made friends wherever she went, and I will miss her forever. The world is less interesting without her in it.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Rivera family. May God's Grace bring strength, comfort and healing in this time of sorrow. She will be missed by many.

Marissa always made me laugh during my dentist visits. What a great spirit. She always lightened my mood and I enjoyed being with her even if only for a few minutes.

Marissa made all of her patients feel like friends. I always enjoyed visits to the dentist because of her energy and conversation. We both shared a love for the Smiths and sometimes it was hard to keep from chatting throughout the entire appointment! Her passion for life was apparent even from knowing her for only a short time. She touched the lives of so many more people than she could ever know. I'll miss you Marissa, I hope they play Morrissey in heaven :)

I was so sad to hear of Marissa's passing. I would see her every six months for years. She was a very nice young lady and it was always a pleasure just to chat with her. I will miss her very much!! Rest in peace Marissa and God bless!!

To Marissa's family, close friends and co-workers, I am so very sorry for your loss. Marissa was my hygienist for many years. She was excellent in her profession and a had a wonderful way of putting me to ease as her patient through her skills and by having an exceptional ability for conversation. I wish she could know how much she helped me professionally and personally. (Professionally she helped ease my dental anxiety I have from a bad dental experience at another dental office. She listened, believed and professionally understood my medical sensitivity to the medication. Personally, she had compassion and sympathy for me when three years ago my family suffered the sudden loss of my nephew.) I appreciate her kindness and for professionally taking good care of me and my family through the years. I know her parents, sister and Dr. Colletti & Dr. Matustik must be proud of her work at the dental office, just as I know her parents must be proud of the delightful and vibrant woman she was. Marissa was such a wonderful, charismatic woman that I enjoyed visiting with. Sometimes it amazed me how much she would remember about my family and our plans. And I enjoyed hearing about her life; the holiday plans with family, or the up coming baseball game with the dental office, or her latest concert, vacation or roller coaster ride. (She was so excited about being in the Six Flags commercial even if she wasn't riding in the front!). So although I didn't know Marissa very well, every six months I shared a glimpse of my life with her and she shared a glimpse of her wonderful life with me, and I certainly "enjoyed the ride"! Thank you Marissa! ( I am attaching a picture of beach because it reminds me of a picture on the little TV screen above the dental chair. She would offer a picture or to turn on the TV to a show in order to help me. I usually chose the picture, because Marissa's stories were better!)

Marissa hacia mis visitas al dentista mucho mejor. Siempre me distraía con sus historias sus viajes sus carreras y las montañas rusas. Me recomendaba que lugares visitar te voy as extrañar. Estoy segura que Vas hacerla estrella que mas brille en cielo. Te queremos mucho.

I am so sorry to the Rivera family for your loss. Marissa was my hygienist-we loved swapping stories about our travels(her travels were better than mine). She was such a vibrant person. A beautiful life cut short.
My sincere condolences. Rest In Peace. Camille Carioscia Bloomingdale,IL. August 9th,2019

Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul. She will forever remain in our hearts.
May she Rest In Peace.

Mi mas sentido pezame a la familia Rivera

Marissa, you made my trips to the Dentist a joy. I loved talking with you and hearing new stories and pictures of your travels and hearing about your family. You will be missed so much. I offer my sincere condolences to your loving family. God Bless you sweet girl. Rest in Peace.

We are very saddened by the news. It is so heartbreaking for someone so young, energetic, and full of life. She lived her life to the fullest with the travels, and the roller coasters. She always talked of her adventures and looking forward to the next thing. She will be greatly missed. Our condolences to the family and friends she is leaving behind. She was a very special person. All our thoughts and prayers. The Fogle Family

Marissa, your joyful spirit is an inspiration for us all.

Cindy and Doug

I am heartbroken. Marissa was loved by so many. Sincere condolences and prayers to her family. She will forever be remembered for her kindness and fun loving spirit.

So sorry to hear of Marissa's passing. I will miss her smiling face greeting me in the hallway at the dentist's office. What a very special person she was. Remembering how much she made me smile while we told each other stories about our vacations, friends and families. She was so caring and sweet. My daughter Rachel and I always talked about how nice Marissa was to both of us. Sending our heartfelt condolences to her family and all her friends at 176 Dental Associates.

Marissa was my dental hygienist for many years, you could talk with her as if she were your cousin or sister,
she shared her travel & some life stories, all while doing her job, and she really was an excellent dental
hygienist as well as a beautiful spirit. I know she will be missed by all who knew her. God speed, Marissa,
to your new home in Heaven...!!!! See you on the other side, and I know you will be smiling.
Condolences to all her family & all her friends & acquaintances.

You will be missed dearly. Prayers to you and your family. I have so many fond memories of our gatherings at Manny's along. We will carry you in our hearts eternally. You're smile is unforgettable.

Very sorry to hear of Marissa's passing, she was a wonderful person. I met Marissa at the dentist when she was hygienist for my aunt and myself. Both my aunt and I enjoyed talking with Marissa. She was a very carrying person and sensitive to my elderly aunt. We always had a great feeling in her care. I will miss her dearly.
Jean Hanges, Carol Stream, Illinois

Marissa was a wonderful friend/ family member/ co-worker. Marissa it was an honor to work with you for so many years. You always had amazing stories to tell us after all of your vacations and rollercoaster adventures. Marissa you always made me laugh and smile. I am going to miss hearing your laughter down the hallway. You always made everyone feel better when they were having a bad day. You treated all of our patients like family and made them very comfortable at their appointments. Thank you for being the most influential person I've ever met, for accepting and loving everyone, and for being someone that impacted the lives of so many. You will never be forgotten. I love you and miss you.

Marissa was a beautiful soul. She always met me with a smile and a story. Marissa will be greatly missed.

Condolences to all the Rivera family. Marissa too was my hygienist, but came to be someone who I enjoyed catching up with and hearing of her adventures. May God bless you all and give you strength during the difficult times. Also condolences to all at the 176, I am sure she will be missed by all.

We are deeply saddened .Our deepest condolences to the Rivera fsmily. Marissa was ful of life She was kind thoughtful seeet adventurous love to travel. I will miss her dearly. I was lucky to have met her. We had a lot merting on sisterhood. Rest in peace my fried. Lee

"Marissa You were my hygienist, but much more then that you were a caring and gentle soul. And I enjoyed talking to you about my world travels, and your love of music. You will be missed by one and all.


Tony Ragano Via con Dios mi Corazon

We are saddened and will miss her fantastic humor, wit, and expertise. We both enjoyed conversations about roller-coasters, music, and family life! She always listened to the patient and made a potentially uncomfortable cleaning go by in a blink....yes she was that good! God Speed Marissa you will be missed.

Marissa was my hygienist for several years. She was a such a fun-loving person. She made you comfortable while having your teeth cleaned. We shared many stories, love of family, traveling, exercise. She was so kind & compassionate. I know she will leave a void in every person's life she touched. Sincere condolences to her family, friends & her work "family".

Marissa and I became good friends, laugh, talk, share stories.
I know her from the Dentist office for many, many years.
I will miss her very much.

Wayne Tolkson, Bloomingdale

Marissa was my hygienist for several years and we always shared great stories of our travels. She was kind, gentle and always made getting my teeth cleaned an adventure. She was wonderful and I will miss her. Goodbye, my friend.

Marisa was a kind and caring individual. She was a people person, which was evident and would shine through her role as s hygienist. Marisa has left a lasting impression on all who have met her. My sincere condolences to her family, friends and co workers.

Marissa was a great person with a lovely personality. She was my dental hygienist fir a short period of time, but left a long lasting impression.

I am deeply saddened by the news of her passing and will truly miss her.

I was a patient of Marissa's and until I met her I "dreaded" going to the dentist. She was gentle, funny, kind and I loved listening to her travel stories. I will miss her greatly! RIP pretty lady!

"There is a light that will never go out..." The Smiths
There are no words that can comfort us at this time. There is not enough time that will ever heal us, until we are all reunited with you. We were all blessed to know and love you with your borrowed time on this earth. Your presence of love and light, lifted us all. We lift your parents and Lisette up in prayer, along with those who loved you dearly.
I will continue to live life, as you did and cherish every Morissey concert - singing my heart out for you. I will always love you Marissa and miss you dearly.

Thank you, for being who you are. I guess for most people going to the dentist is not really something you look forward to, but you always made it less scary and more enjoyable. They time would fly by listening to your stories or sharing in our common interests. Sometimes I'd worry you were going to poke me with something sharp b/c what we were talking about was funny or would make me smile at the wrong time. (That never happened though, don't worry) Anyway, thank you for being so awesome and kind, we will all miss you very much. My heart goes out to your close family and friends during this difficult time.
Love and Light,
Barbara

Our family will miss you. You were such a great person. Our family requested that we only see you at Dr Colletti's office because you were the best and our family loved you.

I visited Marissa twice a year, She was a great conversationalist and made the cleaning go easy. She will be missed.

Eternal rest grant unto Marissa O Lord and may your Perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of the faithfully departed by the Devine Mercy of God rest in peace Amen

Marissa was a very good friend We meet at her work at the dental practice She always had one new health thing to share or one new trip to discuss or one new special discovery or adventure She was a light in this world I will miss her and that smile so very much