Maria T. Rivera

Maria T. Rivera obituary, Haverstraw, NY

Maria T. Rivera

Maria Rivera Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by George M. Holt Funeral Home on Oct. 17, 2024.

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Maria T. Rivera, age 93, lovingly known as "Mom", passed away October 16, 2024 with her loving family by her side. Maria was born in Ciales, Puerto Rico and moved to this country in 1954 where she lived in North Rockland and she raised her family with her loving husband Carlos Rivera of 67 years, who predeceased her in 2016. Maria was a loving mother to Carlos Rivera, Juan Rivera, Raul Rivera, Laura Shuler, Orlando Rivera, Myrna Rivera, Miguel Rivera, William Rivera and Jaime Rivera. Maria is survived by seven children two of whom predeceased her, Orlando and Jaime Rivera. Maria was blessed with eighteen cherished grandchildren, and 36 adored great grandchildren and one great -great grandchild. Family will receive family and friends on Monday, October 21, 2024 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the George M. Holt Funeral Home,50 New Main Street, Haverstraw, NY 10927. Visitation and a Prayer Service at the George M. Holt Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 with the Pastor Mark A, Eccher, officiating. Burial and Graveside Committal Services will follow at Mt. Repose Cemetery.

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