Samuel H. Rivera Obituary
The world bids farewell to Samuel H. Rivera (Sinton, Texas), departing on September 2, 2025 at the age of 89. Samuel leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Samuel H. Rivera or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Samuel's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He is survived by: his wife Julia Valdez-Rivera; his sister Lydia R. Montalvo; his children, DoraLinda Rivera, Ermalinda Pena (Frank), Dagoberto Rivera, Humberto Rivera, Rigoberto Rivera (Lori), Amanda Garcia (Jose), Arleen Rivera (Julio) and Eileen Standlee (David); and his granddaughter Julia.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 5th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel (606 S San Patricio St, Sinton, TX 78387). A funeral Mass was held on Friday, September 5th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church - Taft (120 E Escobedo St, Taft, TX 78390). A burial was held on Friday, September 5th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Lamas Memorial Park Cemetery (800 Ave C, Taft, TX 78390).
