We are sad to announce that on September 25, 2023, at the age of 63, Joseph Rivera of Gary, Indiana passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph Rivera to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Juan Rivera and Maria Rivera; his siblings, Juan Rivera, Myrta Barriffe, Anna Rivera and Michael Rivera; and his niece Katie Atkins.

He is survived by : his wife Sonia Rivera; his siblings, Robert Rivera (Leanne), Carmen Adams, Samuel Rivera (Anna), Margaret Leytham (Terry), Elizabeth Atkins (Eric), Jacqueline Shroyer (Scott), Thomas Rivera (Lolita) and Susan Rivera-Molinaro (Marco); and his siblings-in-law, Lisa Rivera, Sylvia Kramer (Joe) and Alex Nokovic (Michal). He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, family members, friends, and two biological children.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Joe's name may be made to the family, http://www.everloved.com A prayer service for Joe will take place Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 6:00 pm at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart with Rev. Dominic Bertino officiating.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rees Funeral Home Inc