Valentin Rivera

In Loving Memory of Valentin Martinez Rivera
February 14, 1976 – October 29, 2024
Valentin Martinez Rivera passed peacefully from this life on October 29, 2024, surrounded by the love he so freely gave to others. Born on Valentine's Day, his life embodied love in its purest forms-selfless, steadfast, and deeply generous. Valentin was preceded in death by his father, Ricardo Rivera; grandparents Francisca Martinez and Enrique Martinez, and Victor Rivera and Maria Ester Ura Trevino; and his brother-in-law, James Roberson. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 28 years, Brande Rivera, daughters Valerie Cipriano (and her husband, Larry Cipriano), and Devan Rivera; sons James Roberson III and Christian Roberson; and his beautiful granddaughter, Ellie Cipriano, who was the light of his life. Valentin is also survived by his mother, Cleotilde Ura, and his dad, Jesse Ura, as well as his brothers Ricardo Rivera and Jesse Ura Jr., his sister Monica Ura, his mother-in-law Glena Watson, and countless friends and family members who cherished him.
It's hard to capture the essence of a man like Valentin in words. He was a servant at heart, whose kindness and strength lifted others in countless ways. A talented mechanic by trade, he used his God given talents to help those around him, always willing to lend a hand, day or night, with unending patience, persistence and generosity. Valentin built a life centered on family and filled with love. Every day, he poured his energy into creating a home that was safe, beautiful, and full of joy. His granddaughter, Ellie, brought him indescribable happiness, and his love for her was boundless.
Valentin was a man who thrived in nature. He found joy in fishing, paintball, and any activity that brought him into the great outdoors. But his true passion was traveling with his family, creating lasting memories and sharing in life's adventures. His absence leaves an unfillable void-not only within his family but also among his church family, workplace, and community. Valentin's life was a gift to all who knew him, and though he may no longer be with us, his legacy of love, service, and strength will live on in the hearts of all he touched. We will never be the same without him.
We will leave you with these words of wisdom from Valentin "Friends don't let friends buy Fords" and "Cowboys need to get rid of Jerry Jones"
En memoria de Valentín Martínez Rivera
14 de Febrero de 1976 – 29 de Octubre de 2024
Valentín Martínez Rivera falleció en paz el 29 de octubre de 2024, rodeado del amor que tan generosamente le dio a los demás. Nacido el día de San Valentín, su vida encarnó el amor en formas más puras: desinteresado, firme y profundamente generoso. Valentin fue precedido en la muerte por su padre, Ricardo Rivera; sus abuelos Francisca Martinez y Abuelo Enrique Martínez, y Abuelo Victor Rivera y Abuela Maria Ester Ura Trevino; y su cuñado, James Roberson. Deja atrás a su amada esposa de 28 años, Brande Rivera, sus hijas Valerie Cipriano (y su esposo, Larry Cipriano) y Devan Rivera; sus hijos James Roberson, III y Christian Roberson; y su hermosa nieta, Ellie Cipriano, quien fue la luz de su vida. A Valentin también le sobreviven su madre, Cleotilda Ura, y su padre, Jesse Ura, así como sus hermanos Ricardo Rivera y Jesse Ura Jr., su hermana Monica Ura, su suegra Glena Watson y numerosos amigos y familiares que lo querían.
Es difícil capturar la esencia de un hombre como Valentin en palabras. Era un servidor de corazón, cuya bondad y fortaleza elevaban a otros de maneras innumerables. Mecánico talentoso de profesión, el usó sus talentos dados por Dios para ayudar a quienes lo rodeaban, siempre dispuesto a ofrecer una mano, de día o de noche, con infinita paciencia, persistencia, y generosidad. Valentin construyó una vida centrada en la familia y llena de amor. Todos los días, dedicó su energía a crear un hogar seguro, hermoso y lleno de alegría. Su nieta, Ellie, le brindó una felicidad indescriptible y su amor por ella era ilimitado.
Valentin era un hombre que prosperaba en la naturaleza. Encontraba alegría en la pesca, el juego de paintball y cualquier actividad que lo llevara al aire libre. Pero su verdadera pasión era viajar con su familia, creando recuerdos duraderos y compartiendo las aventuras de la vida. Su ausencia deja un vacío imposible de llenar, no solo dentro de su familia, sino también entre su familia de la iglesia, su lugar de trabajo, y su comunidad. La vida de Valentín fue un regalo para todos los que lo conocieron, y aunque ya no esté con nosotros, su legado de amor, servicio y fortaleza vivirá en los corazones de todos los que tocó. Nunca seremos los mismos sin él.
Los dejaremos con estas sabias palabras de Valentín: "Los amigos no dejan que sus amigos compren Ford" y "Necesitan deshacerse de Jerry Jones".
Services will be at Dallas First Church, 5606 W Illinois Ave, Dallas, Texas.
Visitation a week from Sunday on November 10, 2024, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM.
Celebration of Life service at 10:00 AM, a week from Monday on November 11, 2024.
Burial at Little Bethel Memorial Park, Duncanville, Texas