Thomas Rivera

Uncle Tommy,
So many memories have flooded my heart these past few days and I look back at what a great role you have played in all our lives!
I am thankful for the time we did have on this earth with you and thankful you are no longer in pain.
Though our hearts ache for just one more moment with you, we can only fill the void with all our precious memories we have of you.
You will always be in my heart and I look forward to the day we reunite in God's heavenly mansion!
Until then, God Bless and I love you!

"Let children walk with Nature, let them see the beautiful blendings and communions of death and life, their joyous inseparable unity, as taught in woods and meadows, plains and mountains and streams of our blessed star, and they will learn that death is stingless indeed, and as beautiful as life." -John Muir

Daddy you will be missed so much.life was to short I thought I woud always have you around.I know you fought hard to battle this illness.but your body wasjust to tiered.And know that you have intered God's kingdom your journey continues

As I'd say...Heeey my grandpaaa..
He'd say heeey my boyiiii...
Like a code to ones heart ...
And now his left echoes, make me fall apart..
As he'd say heeey my boyiii..
I'd say heeey my grandpaaa...
This was are way...
To say we were happy ...
To say we were loved ...
This was are way ...
I'd say heeey my grandpaaa..
He'd say heeey my boyiii....
It's the was said only in the beginning...
And never said in the end...
He'd say heeey my boyiii..
I'd say heeey my grandpaaa..
It was always answered ..
For it had always been a pair...
I say heeey my grandpaaa...
One more time ..
As now there's no answer
I I'm forced to cry...
I say to you now...
Your loved always ..and I guess tonite I have to say my good bye...

Your grandson Elliott

Dad in this lifetime - time has passed me by. I thank God for giving me the blessings of being with my Dad for 2 months. I saw you go in bouts with cancer but you never cursed God thru your suffering. I called out daddy when I saw you stumble, you became frail and weak. I miss you dad and our
conversations over coffee or a meal or just seating outside shooting the breeze. I love you dad although I did not get to tell you often. So I am storming heaven with my prayers. Please pray for me and I will continue to pray for your love ones too. Te mando besos y abrazos por siempre. Dad I know you found your spring you suffered much in life but I thank God for allowing me to see what He wanted me to see a compassionate heart and a very, meek and humbled heart at that. Dad thanks for all you did for my family. Laus Deo!

Grandpa,

Thank you for all the great memories we had together. I wish we can make more but that will have to wait until we meet in Heaven. I love you very much and miss hanging out with you. Knowing that you are in a better place and not in pain allows me to carry on. I wish I could have one last hug. You will forever live in all our hearts.

Love always your Grandson,
Michael Arauza

I miss my grandpa...

Kathy - Hold tight to memories of your father for comfort, lean on your friends and family for strength, and always remember how much you are cared for. Please extend my sympathy to your mom and the rest of your family.

Mama lucy, kathy, karen, mike, all grand and great grandchidren of Tommy.....my heartfelt condolences to you all....will iss Tommy's big smile and tight hug whenever I come around and asking "where is..."....God had called Tommy-COME TO ME- He knew the man with a golden heart was getting tired...God takes the best.
Requiem aeternam dona eis Domine...Et lux perpetua luceat eis...Reqiescant in pace.

I wish your family peace during this difficult time. Celebrate the life of Thomas... May God Bless you all.

I am sorry to hear of your loss, Michael and my prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. GOD BLESS

Angie Garza

Tommy know that you are in our hearts today and always. Rest in peace til we meet again.

My heart is saddened by the loss of a great man. To my nieces and nephews and sister Lucy. .know that each of you are in our thoughts and prayers. He is now all of our angel in Heaven and we are truly blessed to have had in our lives. In each of you I can see his characteristics. What a neat quality to have. ..hearts filled with love, honesty, and caring for each other. He is no longer suffering nor in pain. Though our hearts our broken may each of you find comfort in knowing that all of you made him comfortable til the end. Love you all, Tia Lucy and Uncle Brock

Steven, Tony and mom Kathy:

Condolences to the Family. Hope You and yours and Thomas get COMFORT as soon as possible. You will be in our thoughts every day.

Kathy , our condolences to you and your family.May God give you peace and comfort.

Tia Lucy, Kathy, Karen, Michael and Family , there are no words that we can say to make that pain go away just know that God is with you all during this time, Uncle Tommy you were a very generous Loving uncle so much Loved you had for all the Family. Rest in Peace Uncle. please accept our deepest condolences; we are so sorry for your loss. God bless you Tia Lucy Kathy Karen Michael Family . We all Love you and Praying for you all The Penalbers

Kathy, we were so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We know you loved your Dad so very much. We hope the happy memories you have of your Dad will help put a smile on your face. Our prayers are with you and your family. - Diane Asher, Michael Smallwood and Brianna Lee

Tio, I thank you for loving us all unconditionally. It didn't matter what flaw anyone had, you never saw them, and you loved us just the way we were. And thanks to you Tio, we will always be connected, you are "Porky" and I am "Piggy" because you named me. I don't know how many times the family told me the story of our beginning, I will cherish it for the rest of my life. I love you and I miss you already. I know all our hearts are aching for just one more hug from you, but I know we will see each other again.

Kathy,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our sincere thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, God Bless!

Reggie & Elizabeth Roy

Condolences and prayers for your family. You will be missed dearly. Love your cousin Rudy Rivera and daughters, Lisa, Kathy, and Kristina.

Our condolences to Tia Lucy and the family! May God comfort you and give you peace during this difficult time! My Tio was a good, kind man! He will be missed dearly! RIP Tio Tommy! Sending love and prayers to the family! Love, The Castro Family, Gina, Julio, Katie, Jewel, Ian and Chloe Oxox

Uncle Tommy
You were so loved and still loved, it was always a blessing to see you and my Tia Lucy the best times were when we all got together as a family here in the desert seeing you all made us so happy, you will truly be missed but will always be in our hearts and memories, Tia Lucy Kathy Karen Mike I love u all do very much..

Kathy,
I am so sorry. I know how much you love your Dad, and just your whole family for that matter.You have always been so proud of your Dad. You should be proud of how you treated him and i know you have many amazing memories. My Heart and prayers are with you and your family. Love you!

My Dad had a BIG HEART...and will be very missed.

Love Always
Mike

Dad, You are My Hero! You were the smartest man I know. Watching you enjoying life was my high. Dad, you always said, “Thank you” and you always said, “I love you.” I will always treasure my memory. The memories of you walking me down the aisle, the Daddy/Daughter dance, and the birth of my sons, your grandsons. Thank you Dad for making us whole! You always made life better. Thank you for loving my Mom as much as you did. You showed us how a husband should treat his wife. Dad, when I last saw you, I realize that you were slowly slipping away. There's nothing worst in this world then to see someone you love suffer. Dad, I wish I could have taken your cancer away. I would have traded my life for yours. I miss you so incredibly. I know you are still in me as I feel your presence. Note to Mom: Thank you Mom for giving Dad kisses and staying by his side and loving him so much until the last goodbye. You learned to live and cherish each moment! You made Dad happy. Thank you Mom for giving us Dad.

I Love You Grandpa R.I.P? Love Always Your GrandChildren -Angela, Jessica, Elizabeth and Thomas Rivera?

To the Love of my Life! When I first met my husband, I felt like I knew him my whole life. He was like an old shoe,we fit. He was such an amazing and passionate man. I was truly blessed to have been given such a wonderful husband. We were together for 45 years, and the love of my life passed away from cancer yesterday. We always made the best of our time together. He treated me like his Queen, and he was my King. I could not have asked for a more attentive, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and most of all best friend. I will miss my true love. He was my treasure and precious jewel. He had all the virtues of a true Christian. He was kind, loving, patient, forgiving, generous, non-judgmental man. He always put others before himself. His sense humor was added plus. On occasion, when we spoke, my husband would tell me that he could not understand what I was saying, because I mumbled. He would then say, all I heard was, "blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah!" He always managed to spark laughter. Honey, I was not ready to let you go, but I know that you are no longer suffering. Go in peace until we meet again.

For those who have gone and left foot prints on our hearts.

Cathy,
You are an amazing, intelligent woman. Although I never had the privilege to meet your father, I know he had to be an amazing man to raise such a gifted woman. My heart and prayers are with you and yours during this difficult time. God bless and keep your faith strong. You are a gifted and talented classmate, I know your father is proud of you,

I'm sorry for your loss and may God with you and your Family

Uncle Tommy was one of a kind. His infectious laugh and cheerful nature has always brought joy and laughter to everyone's lives. We know you will miss him terribly, and we will miss him just as much. Know that we loved my Uncle Tommy very much. We always looked forward to his annual visit. We will cherish the fond memories we have of our good times together. Tia Lucy, Michael, Kathy and Karen, and family, please accept our deepest condolences; we are deeply saddened for your loss. We will continue to honor Uncle T's memory and have you all in our prayers. May God hold you in his hand and give you strength in the days ahead. Please remember us if you need anything. You are not alone. We are with you. We love you very much.
The Carrizosa's in Arizona

Uncle Tommy, OMG what can I say, you will be missed by me:( I looked forward to seeing you n Tia Lucy because you'd always dance saying that when I was a little girl I loved dancing and how ud ask my parents to let me go with u and Tia Lucy, to reside in Texas. We had good times you and Tia Lucy always inspired me and always encouraged me! Tio Tommy rest in peace I will miss you!
Tia Lucy, Mike, Kathy, Karen and kids, there are no words that I can say to make that pain go away just know that God is with you all during this time, and uncle Tommy will forever be so proud of you all. He loved you all so very much, and was so proud of all of your accomplishments!
God Bless You and my Condolences!

RIP Uncle Tommy. You were a kind and gentle person who always had a smile on your face. Tia Lucy and family, please accept our deepest condolences; we are so sorry for your loss. God bless you and give you strength in the days ahead.
We love you,
The Castros in California