Maria Rivera Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Maria Rivera of East Chicago, Indiana, whose life came to an end on February 17, 2025 at the age of 85, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Maria Rivera or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Though Maria has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her children, Hector Rivera (Martha) and Gladys Perez; and her husband Angel Luis Rivera. She is survived by: her children, Richard Rivera (Anita), George Rivera (Tina), Millie Flores (Tony) and Diana Rivera.
Visitation was held on Thursday, February 20th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM and on Friday, February 21st 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM at the Fife Funeral Home (4201 Indianapolis Blvd, East Chicago, IN 46312). A funeral service was held on Friday, February 21st 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, February 21st 2025 at the Ridgelawn Cemetery (4401 W Ridge Rd, Gary, IN 46408).