Jorge Hernandez Rivera

Jorge Hernandez Rivera obituary, Rockford, IL

Jorge Hernandez Rivera

Jorge Rivera Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sundberg Funeral Home, Ltd. on Feb. 3, 2026.
Jorge Hernandez Rivera, 66, of Rockford, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Javon Bea-Mercy Hospital. He was born on January 21, 1962, to Manuel and Carmen (Rivera) Hernandez. Jorge was united in marriage to Irene Rosas on August 8, 1992. He was a loving husband, a devoted brother, and a cherished uncle, treating each of his nieces and nephews as if they were his own children. A passionate soccer fan, Jorge's heart belonged to Cruz Azul, and in his younger years, he was a talented baseball player, representing his local baseball team in Santo Domingo, Mexico. His love for the game continued as he supported the Chicago White Sox. Known for his infectious laughter and warm spirit, Jorge brought joy and love to all who knew him. He is survived by his beloved wife, Irene Rosas; brothers, Manuel, Juan, and Maximo Hernandez; and sister, Lourdes Hernandez. Jorge was preceded in death by his parents, Carmen Rivera and Manuel Hernandez, and one brother, Jose Luis Hernandez. A funeral visitation will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 2 PM to 7 PM, with a service from 5 PM to 6 PM. Jorge will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know him.

Sundberg Funeral Home is caring for the family, and friends can leave condolences at sundbergfh.com

Jorge Hernández Rivera, de 66 años, de Rockford, falleció el jueves 29 de enero de 2026 en el Hospital Javon Bea-Mercy. Nació el 21 de enero de 1962, hijo de Manuel y Carmen (Rivera) Hernández. Jorge contrajo matrimonio con Irene Rosas el 8 de agosto de 1992. Fue un esposo amoroso, un hermano devoto y un tío muy querido, que trataba a cada uno de sus sobrinos como si fueran sus propios hijos. Apasionado del fútbol, su corazón pertenecía al Cruz Azul, y en su juventud fue un talentoso jugador de béisbol, representando a su equipo local en Santo Domingo, México. Su amor por el deporte continuó al apoyar a los Chicago White Sox. Conocido por su risa contagiosa y su espíritu cálido, Jorge brindó alegría y amor a todos los que lo conocieron. Le sobreviven su amada esposa, Irene Rosas; sus hermanos, Manuel, Juan y Máximo Hernández; y su hermana, Lourdes Hernández. Le precedieron en la muerte sus padres, Carmen Rivera y Manuel Hernández, y su hermano, José Luis Hernández. El velorio se llevará a cabo el jueves 5 de febrero de 2026, de 2:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m., con un servicio de 5:00 p. m. a 6:00 p. m. Jorge será profundamente extrañado por todos los que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerlo. La Funeraria Sundberg está a cargo de los arreglos fúnebres, y los amigos pueden dejar sus condolencias en sundbergfh.com

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