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Dawn Rivenburgh Obituary
Worcester - Dawn A. Rivenburgh, 45, of Worcester passed away Friday, May 2nd, 2014 in UMass Memorial Hospital, 55 Lake Avenue, North after a long illness.
She is survived by her daughter, Abigail Nkrumah of Holden and a son, Bryan Chavez of Worcester; her mother, Lorraine B. Willey of Athol; brother, Gene Rivenburgh of Peabody; two sisters, Lynn Rivenburgh of Ipswich and Tina Rivenburgh-Paul of Worcester; two half-sisters, Brenda Rivenburgh and Mary Rivenburgh;six nieces and nephews, Max Carr, Michael Carr, Tatiana Sorrentino, Cameron Sorrentino Kymberly Miru and Frankie Kennedy. She was predeceased by her father, Gene Raymond Rivenburgh.
Ms. Rivenburgh attended schools in Worcester and worked as a manager for a local business until she retired due to illness.
The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 6th, 2014 at 3:30 p.m. in DIRSA-MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 298 Grafton Street. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours in the funeral home will be Tuesday, May 6th, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dawn Rivenburgh
May 9, 2014
Lynn & Family,
We at CLW are so sorry to learn of Dawn's passing. It was nice to know her and work with her. Unfortunately the housing did not happen quick enough for her to leave the facility.
Our deepest sympathies to you and her family
Lynn Rivenburgh
May 7, 2014
Thank you all so much for everyone who was able to make it or who couldnt but sent messages and thoughts to my family. It means alot, we lost Dawn way too soon and all of us feel a void in our hearts right now.
jackie breault
May 7, 2014
Lorraine and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your daughter. Hope your memories comfort you in these sad times.
Jackie Gagne Breault and MichaelBreault
May 6, 2014
Our thoughts and prays are with your whole family Your life was cut to short Marilyn Mandella and family
joe nowalski
May 5, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tina (Laporte) Conley
May 5, 2014
I just want to say I am so sorry for your loss..Lorraine,Lynn.Geno.Tina,&Brenda..know that Dawn is pain free now and is in a better place,,may she watch over you and guide you through this time of sorrow,,,Love always Tina(Laporte) Conley,,
Kathleen Renaud
May 5, 2014
Tina and Family,
My heart breaks for you Tina, losing a sister is like losing a part of your self. Know that she is in a better place and you will see her again someday. I pray for your peace and comfort.
Max Carr
May 5, 2014
Love you Aunty Dawn, you'll always be in our hearts.
Max
May 5, 2014
My dear friend Lorraine, I am sorry for this great loss. There are no words I can say to comfort your heart other than I love you! Rev. Lou P.
May 4, 2014
Lorraine and family Lynn, Geno and Tina and all..please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Dawn at such a young age. I watched them all grow up and spent much treasured time with you all. Sending love, strength and prayers to you all today and the month going forward.
Grace Carmark
Penny Powell Benoit
May 4, 2014
To my dearest friend dawn and her family. So sorry for the lost of a great person. Dawn was a great,mother,daughter,sister,aunt, and a good friend. Dawn knew how to put a smile on anyones face. The family picked out a great picture if you. Its so sad you had to go so soon. But your in good hands now with the lord with no more pain. We had so many memories together as growing up and going to school. I couldn't ask for a better friend than you. May you rest in peace Dawn put on your wings and fly with the angels. And watch over everyone that loves you. Missing you sadly, but I know your not comepletely gone you'll always be in our heart and thoughts. Love you
Bill, Fran, Julie, Alex, Vicky Graziano
May 4, 2014
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Dawn. Abigail, the loss of a Mom for a young person and Lorraine the loss of a daughter must make it seem difficult to go on day to day, it is truly a sad occasion. We pray to ease your comfort throughout your mourning and always but also pray for peace and God's love for the soul of Dawn and strength for you to go on. With Love, Bill, Fran, and our Graziano Family
Dawn's beautiful Legacy on Earth
Lori Fortin
May 4, 2014
Stacey Smith
May 4, 2014
Lorraine, Lynn, Geno, & Tina; I am so sorry to hear of Dawns passing. We had some great time growing up on Shirley St. She will have no more pain and she is at peace.
Tina Conley
May 3, 2014
Dear Dawn I am so sorry to see you go,I will always remember all the years of fun we shared together,may you rest in peace,I will always love& remember you,,,love always you life long friend,,Tina (Laporte)Conley..
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