Carlos Rivera Obituary
Carlos Rafael Rivera, 53, died October 20, 2025, at Elliot Hospital in Manchester. He was born on September 20,1972 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the son of Carlos Rivera and Ana Nieves. Carlos was the husband of Keisha Rivera. They were married on March 4th, 2021, in Manchester, NH.
Carlos attended Southwestern High School in Detroit, Michigan. He worked as a Drain Technician for 12 or more years, during this time he got to mentor his sons and stepsons on his experiences. He also shared many friendships with his coworkers. Carlos worked at various companies and his last was Top Dog Sewer and Drains Company in Manchester, NH.
Carlos loved spending time with his family and grandkids. He loved his sports and traveling. His last trip was to Puerto Rico for Christmas, where he got to share that part of his life with his kids which he loved.
Carlos is survived by his wife, Keisha Rivera; daughters, Taina Rivera, Anaiya Rivera, Kintaza Cromartie, Kianna Cromartie and Imani Rivera; sons, Carlos Rivera Jr., Shyheim Rivera and Demaris Hamlin; his grandkids, Jaylani Hamlin, Adelina Hamlin, Cataleya Rivera and Analeyia Rivera.
No formal services will be held at this time.
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