Mary J Rivera's obituary , Passed away on January 21, 2025 in Michigan City, Indiana

Mary J Rivera

October 13, 1935 - January 21, 2025 (89 years old)

Michigan City, Indiana

Mary J Rivera's obituary , Passed away on January 21, 2025 in Michigan City, Indiana

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Root Funeral Home

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Mary J Rivera

October 13, 1935 - January 21, 2025 (89 years old)

Michigan City, Indiana

Mary J Rivera Obituary

In loving memory of Mary J Rivera of Michigan City, Indiana, born in Reed, Kentucky, who departed this world on January 21, 2025 at the age of 89. Mary leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary J Rivera to pay them a last tribute.

As Mary departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Mary may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Mary leaves behind.

She was predeceased by: her granddaughter Melissa; and her great grandchild Anthony. She is survived by: her children, Barbara Chavez (Tony), Ronald Shelton (Barb), John Shelton, Staci Chambers (Leroy) and Heather Roe (Tony Gasaway). She is also survived by thirteen grandchildren; many greatgrandchildren and great-great grandchildren; two brothers; and many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
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