Our beloved mama, Eleanor Lupe Rivera, was called home on May 10, 2019. Eleanor was born in Phoenix, Arizona to Robert and Mercy Rivera. Eleanor graduated from South Mountain High School as a Rebel and remained here in South Phoenix to raise her family. She is survived by her mother Mercy Rivera, her 3 siblings and her 5 children, Aurora Espinoza-Hicks (Scott), Tommy Espinoza (Julie), Javier Espinoza (Marisa), Veronica Morales (Luis) and her baby, Luis Castro. Eleanor has been blessed with 13 wonderful grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Thursday, May 16, 2019 at 9:30 A.M. with Rosary at 10:00 A.M. and the Funeral Mass at 10:30 A.M. at the Crosier Village Priory Church of the Holy Cross, 717 E. Southern Avenue, Phoenix.
Eileen Hrbal
Eleanor was a beautiful person. I have many fond memories of her from when we worked together at Revlon. My thoughts and prayers to her family and friends. Rest in peace, Eleanor.
Irene Morales
My condolences to all of Eleanor’s family, especially her children and grandchildren, of whom she always spoke in loving terms. Her stories and recollections were filled with glowing pride. hope and an unwavering belief that they would each forge a future filled with learning, appreciation and love for each other and for the world. She believed they would lead good lives filled with a strong belief in God and a hopeful look toward the future. Our conversations always brought a smile to her face and joy to her heart. I will truly miss Eleanor. May she rest in peace. Irene Morales in Laveen, Arizona. (imorales47@msn.com)