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Miguel Rivera Obituary
Miguel "Mike" Angel Rivera, 62, of New Haven, CT, died suddenly on Friday, July 19, 2024. Mike was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico, on December 25, 1961, a son of Severiano Rivera and Gloria Albarrán of Utuado, and was a lifelong New Haven resident. He was a machinist at Polyone Corporation of Ansonia for the past seven years. Mike loved to fish, drive his scooter, had a great sense of humor, and had a unique perspective to life. He was a gifted musician and played the trumpet and bongos. He performed with various salsa bands in the 1980s. Mike was truly the life of the party and a kind soul. He is survived by a son, Nigel Bonner of West Haven, two sisters, Elizabeth (Luís Torres) Rivera of Tampa, FL and Migdalia (Michael) Nuzzo of Clinton, three brothers, Elvin (Elsa Berrios-Rivera) Rivera of North Branford and David (Judith) Rivera and Luís (Omayra) Rivera of New Haven, his life partner of twenty six years, Mildred Vázquez, and four stepchildren, Raymundo and Jerry Ayala and Jonathan and Amarillis Vázquez of New Haven.
Mike's family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, July 25th, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Washington Memorial Funeral Home, 4 Washington Ave., North Haven. A funeral service will take place at the funeral home on Friday, July 26th, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in All Saints Cemetery, North Haven. www.washingtonmemorialfh.com
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Anthony bivona
July 17, 2025
I will always love him he was my best friend and brother to me. I tried to get in contact with him a year ago
Nancy Rivera
July 16, 2025
Our family will never be the same again without you here with us. My coolest cousin who always welcomed me with a big smile and always making me laugh. Such a great person who I always loved talking to. How I get sad knowing I will never get to hear your jokes anymore. I love you mike and miss you so much. May God have you resting in eternal peace. My faith tells me one day I will see you again. Untill then, you will never be forgotten by me and all the Rivera family who loves you. My heart breaks just looking at these words I have written. I know God is with you and that keeps me in peace. Untill I see you again again cuz, please rest on peace. Love you and missing you.
Love,
Cuz Nancy
Florida
July 27, 2024
My beloved brother Mike. No words can express the pain we are feeling. We are going to miss you dearly. My brother I will always hold you close to my heart until my day comes. A piece of our puzzle is missing but never forgotten. I will miss your smile and unique personality filled with fun and laughter but the memories we shared will last forever. LOVE LISA
Anthony bivona
July 25, 2024
Miguel was my best friend since child hood I miss him dearly I'm sorry I couldn't pay my respect so I loved him dearly as a friend and brother.i will never for get him. I was hoping we would meet again one day.love ya mike. From Anthony bivona
Cecilio Jr.
July 25, 2024
For my cousin Michael. My emotions are all over the place but, mostly deep sadness that you are no longer amongst us. One of the kindest souls I have known. Loved by all with a great sense of humor and giving. I picture you playing your horn and smiling with so much life in you. From Utuado to Connecticut, wherever you were, we instantly smiled when you were near. You will be missed until the next time we see you. Love you forever cousin of ours. To your family, our deepest condolences and prayers.
Muriel Torres
July 24, 2024
With heart felt condolences to Severiano,Gloria and all the Rivera family our thoughts and prayers are with you. La familia de tu prima Cecilia Rivera
NANCY J RIVERA
July 24, 2024
Cuz Mike and me chilling at Migs house. HEAVEN has the kindest and coolest angel now. Rest in Peace my dear cuz. Love you forever. I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY.
NANCY J. RIVERA
July 24, 2024
I am going to miss you so much. You were the coolest cuz and so funny and kind. To his son Nigel, my Aunt Titi Gloria y Tio severiano, cousins Migs, Lisa, Elvin, Dave, and Lou, and to his wife Mildred and family, and to all my grieving Rivera family,: "May God comfort you all and may my cousin Mike rest in eternal eternal peace". " I got nothin but love for you cuz" is what I always told you." Love you and praying for your eternal rest. Love cuz Nancy
Deborah DiPietro
July 24, 2024
Deepest sympathy to Mike's family. He was a very gentle and thoughtful man.
Miriam Rivera
July 23, 2024
My.
Deepest condolence to the Rivera family.So sorry for michael. May he rest internal piece.
Melissa,Tata and Rivera Family
July 23, 2024
Condolences to my sister In law Lisa and her family. May Michael's spirit always remain in our hearts. Que decanses en paz.
-Tata (maria) y La Familia Rivera
Brenda
July 22, 2024
Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. It was always so much fun watching the boys play at parties.
Our hearts go out to all of you.
Wayne, and Brenda Smith
JOE BALZANO (B&M)
July 22, 2024
Elvin and family I´m very sorry to hear of your brother Miguel passing. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
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