Margarita Rivera Obituary

The memory of Margarita Rivera (Springfield, Massachusetts), who passed away on January 28, 2025 at the age of 76, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Margarita shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Margarita farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Benito Reyes and Juana Rivera; her husband Joe Rivera of Springfield; and her children, Jay (Hilda), Martin Jr., Maribel (Francisco), Eddie (Joany) and Shawndeliz.

Viewing was held on Wednesday, February 5th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Thursday, February 6th 2025 from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM at the Puerta Del Cielo® Funeral Home (730 State St, Springfield, MA 01109). A Mass was held on Thursday, February 6th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the Cathedral of Saint Michael the Archangel (260 State St, Springfield, MA 01103). A burial was held on Thursday, February 6th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery (421 Tinkham Rd, Springfield, MA 01129).