Ismael Rivera Obituary

We bid farewell to Ismael Rivera (Victoria, Texas), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 21, 2026 at the age of 90. Ismael touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Petra "Patsy" Rivera; his parents, Pedro Rivera and Anita Rivera; his daughter Amanda Baker; and his brothers, Ben Rivera and Ernest Rivera.

He is survived by: his children, Patricia Rivera, Irma Hernandez (Alfredo), Gloria Gomez (Steve), Diana Guajardo (Mike) and Matthew Rivera (Michelle); his son-in-law Robbie Baker; and his siblings, Catherine Salazar, Selina Driscoll (Jim), Lillie Critchell, Lucy Muniz (Manuel), Pete Rivera (Margie) and Rudy Rivera. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.