Hector Rivera Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Hector Rivera (Canajoharie, New York), who passed away on April 13, 2026, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Hector Rivera to show support.
As we bid Hector farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Hector is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Juan Rivera-Castro and Antonia Soto; and his brother Jose Rivera. He is survived by: his children, Hector, Jr., Gabrial and Kellie Rivera; his close friend Mary King; and his sister Maria Gonzalez. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and pets.
A graveside service was held on Friday, April 24th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Canajoharie Falls Cemetery (6318 NY-10, Canajoharie, NY 13317).
In Lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in memory of Hector to the Ayers Animal Shelter, 433 Hilltop Road, Sprakers, NY 12166.
