Derek Rivera

Derek Rivera obituary, California, MO

Derek Rivera

Derek Rivera Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bowlin Cantriel Funeral Services - California on Jan. 19, 2026.
Derek Rivera, 44, of California, MO, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Capital Region Medical Ctr. in Jefferson City, MO. He was born on March 18, 1981 in Portage, IN the son of Robert Rivera who survives of Gainsville, TX and Tanya (Sanchez) Rivera who preceded him in death. Derek was passionate about football, especially the Philadelphia Eagles, going with his buddies to offroad events, NASCAR, barbequing and enjoyed hotrods. He is survived by his son, Michael Weimer of California, MO; brother, Devlin Rivera (Liz) of Vienna, MO; sister Morgan Culbertson of Fisher, IL. Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.

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