Raymond P. Rivera, Sr 85, of Globe, Arizona passed away on June 1, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. Raymond P. Rivera, Sr. was born in Globe, Arizona to Frank and Marianna Rivera on September 22, 1932. He graduated from Globe High School. Raymond married Andrea Rivera on May 4, 1963 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He worked as a diesel mechanic for IML for over 25 years. He was a veteran of Korean War and served in the Army. Raymond P. Rivera, Sr. is preceded in death by his brothers Frank Rivera and Manuel Rivera and both parents. Raymond P. Rivera, Sr. is survived by his wife of 55 years, Andrea Rivera, his children Mary Ann Rivera, Raymond Rivera, Jr. and Mark Rivera, 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. On Wednesday, June 6, 2018 a Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M., with a Rosary Prayer at 9:30 A.M. followed by the Celebration of Mass at 10:00 A.M. at St. Vincent de Paul, 3140 N. 51st Avenue in Phoenix. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th Street, Phoenix. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
Barbara Valenzuela
Our deepest condolences to The Rivera family. Take comfort in knowing that he is now resting in the arms of our Lord. May our Lord bless and comfort you all during this time.
Love, Barbara & Tony Valenzuela, Adessa & Sydney Reyes.
Marcus Martinez & Rita
Rest in paradise tata, I Love you so much tata. Sorry I won’t be able to make it due to me being in the hospital. You will always be in my heart. I truly do love you.
Sonia and Family
Our condolences and prayers are with you all
Eric Mercado
My deepest condolences to my dear friend, Maryann Rivera and your family. Prayers and love definitely being sent your way.
Unfortunately I did not have the opportunity to meet him, but I feel like I knew him some by hearing your stories you shared with me, Maryann. He was obviously a brave, strong, and courageous man.
Heaven gained a good one with this one. He lived a long life and hopefully you and the family can find peace in knowing that he’s in a good place where he can be pain and stress free.
May he rest in paradise!!