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Dianna Brenn posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
It's hard to believe it has been a year since you were taken away from us. Know that you will always remain in my heart. I had a hard time not making a cake on your birthday, I didn't forget. You would be 52 now. Anastasia misses you more with each passing day. Some day you will come home to us no matter where that is. It would be easier on her if you were home now. She hasn't made sense of all this yet, no one has and probably never will. You will always be loved and missed. We think of you all the time. Always Loved, Never Forgotten.
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Dianna Brenn posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Happy New Year!!! Where ever you are, I know that you are doing fine. You always had a way of coming out ahead. Know that you are always thought of, loved and missed very much.
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Wanda Potts posted a condolence
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Dear David:
It has been 6 months now since you have been gone. A day doesn't go by that you aren't in my thoughts and my prayers. You will allways be with me and I will allways Love and Keep you in my Heart.
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Maria Figueroa-Huertas posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Dear Mercedes & Derek, George, Anastasia & Dianne. Words cannot express the deepest sorrow I am feeling since I received that alarming call on memorial day to tell me the news, i remember just hearing a buzzing sound in my ears, as my knees buckled and i sat there numb.
I've known David since he and I were 16, when he lived with his family in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York. His mom and dad owned a billard next door to my mom's apartment, he was attracted to me 'cause of my long hair, and I was mezmorized by his out of control afro lol we became instant friends. He was there to be my guardian angel when I was in an abused relationship, he walked with me through the night when my ex- would not allow me back in the house, he was there always when I was teary eye, and made me smile alot with his funny views on life, he always said to me when "life throws you lemons" you just make lemonade and move on.
I would like to send out my deepest condolences to everyone of his family, especially to young Anastasia and mother Dianne, in which I was looking forward to meeting both of you in person this summer. David was so proud of his baby girl, I know he will be watching over her forever.
Mercedes I love you and hope you keep strong the way Dave would of wanted you to. To George, Dave always loved you as much as he loved his mom Hilda, not only cause you were a great husband to her, but that you always stood by her regardless of sudden ventures. Right now David and Hilda are together the way they always were. May they both be in eternal peace.
To David:
The days keep passing by, my heart is broken in two, the 1/2 I have is crushed, the other 1/2's with you. Will there ever be a day, the tears no longer come, will I get to see you again, do you see me in this place, promise you'll always be there, even though I can't see your face. I promise to hold our friendship, for it will always be as strong, I promise to never forget us, our memories will always live on. You were the closest friend I ever had, death can't take that away, your soul and my soul are connected, and forever that will stay. Years ago we made a promise, and forever I promise to keep, and it will come true in the blink of an eye, when I rest for my eternal sleep. But as for now, the days pass slow, I get confused, I'm at a low. One day at a time, or whatever it may seem, I just wish I could wake up, this has to be a bad dream.
Dave, I recently had a conversation with someone about my fear of dying, and I felt frightened, but now that I know you will be there when I get there, it does not frightened me anymore. Thank you Dave, for all the times that you were there, when I needed someone to just listen to what I had to say. God bless you and your mother Hilda. You both will be forever in my prayers...God bless you my best friend..til then...God bless..
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ryan bryant posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Dear Uncle David , You are the greatest uncle i could ever have . Last summer when you came to california we had so much fun at the beach every day. Anastacia and i play every day to and the best was disney land and water park i just want to tell you that it was the best summer i ever had. I love you very much and how i will miss you very much. Love your nephew Ryan Bryant
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Mercedes Bryant posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
To Everyone that sign this Memorial guestbook , I Mercedes Bryant , David sister would like to thank everyone Thank you for your support and kind words in our family greatest lost of my brother David. All your letters means the world to me and my family thank you again My loving family and loving friends . Mercedes Bryant
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Mercedes Bryant posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
To My Dad, Son, Husband, Dianna, and Anastasia:
We all have to leave this world, that's for certain our destiny and we will all go different ways because it is God's will. But one thing is for sure when we go our dreams to be with our heavenly Father is our greatest joy. In paradise, in lasting eternal life where happiness is God's kingdom, join with his family in heaven. "For God so loved the world that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3/16
And with that, my family, don't cry, don't fear the pain, the suffering for David, who is at peace, but save your faith and belief for those who have not yet learned about the power of our heavenly Father, who promises lasting life, peace and love through his son Jesus Christ our Lord. My family, I love you so much, my brother, my father, my son, my husband, my sister-in-law, my niece Anastasia, my grandchildren Ryan and Dominic, my daughter-in-law Jessica and family and friends. I know God is a good God and He will see us all through this time of our greatest grief for our beloved David S. Rivera, my brother. I will always and forever love you and miss you for all life. May God be with you and our mother in your eternal life because I will be with you one day. Love your sister, Mercedes Bryant
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me posted a condolence
Thursday, April 24, 2008
David,God does not like ugly. On April 23,2008.He took care of ugly.This is something she has to live with for the rest of her life.No jail No bail will ever amount to what her memory of that sad day will be. REST IN PEACE!
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Dianna Brenn posted a condolence
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Seven years is not long enough for what she has done to us. I will make sure that she remembers April 8, 2008 for the rest of her life. Our daughter deserves more than that. However, the only real punishment will come from God. Always Loved, Never Forgotten
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Willie Mae W. Burford posted a condolence
Sunday, April 20, 2008
To the RIVERA Family....My CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY... YOUR FAMILY WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS... UNCLE DAVID YOU WILL TRUELY BE MISSED...TILL WE MEET AGAIN!!! WE LOVE YOU AND WILL TRUELY MISS YOU.....
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Nicole Weller posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
We are saddend to hear of Davids death. My you know that he will be missed.
Nicole, LionelII, Jacob & Robbie
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Dianna Brenn posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
David's started life on the streets of Brooklyn with his mother and sister and not much else. At the age of 15, he left for California to escape the violence that was at his doorstep every day; with little money and no where to live, he slept in his car and washed up in a gas station bathroom. Shortly after he found and an apartment near the beach that he loved to visit as ofter as he could. Eventually David moved back to New York to be closer to his mother, who he adored and start life over again. Through the years he strived for everything he wanted. Once David had a goal in mind, there was no stopping him. His determination is undying. From where his life started, to what he has today, David's life is a crowning success. David loved to be out and about and around people. He has a charisma that draws people to him. He always had a kind word and a helping hand for those who needed it. Everytime he saw someone stranded on the side of the road, he would stop to help. Everywhere David would go, he found a friend that looked at him with admiration. The one thing David loved more than life itself is our daughter, Anastasia. His eyes were filled with tears of joy the day she was born. I had to beg him to let me hold her because he didn't want to let her go. There is nothing he wouldn't do for her. He always made time for play and that was the high light of his day. David couldn't wait to take Ana out on the boat, teach he to fish, ride the four wheeler, or share any other of knowledge he had with her. She is the light of his life and the center of his universe.
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Dianna Brenn posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Don't think of him as gone away, His journery's just begun, Life hold's so many facets, This earth is one, Just think of him as resting, From the sorrows and the fears, In a place of warmth and comfort, Where there are no days and years, Think how he must be wishing, that we could know today, How nothing but our sadness, Can really pass away, And think of him as living, In the hearts of those he touched, For nothing loved is ever lost, And he was loved so much.
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Judith Romeo previously Rivera posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
I met David exactly 20 years ago. For 9 years we learned from each other. We came to understand ourselves as we explored our goals only to find that they were very different. But all was not wasted. I have many fond memories.
I'll always remember how he loved to laugh & had a child-like enthusiasm when he was excited about something. He could always find useful stuff in other peopleâ??s trash. Heâ??d pull over & rummage through a curbside pile of junk while I melted down in my seat. Hence, his nickname â??Dump.â?
His mispronunciations & verbiage cracked me up. If I had a nickel for each time I told him that â??paper toiletâ? was a toilet made of paper, and â??toilet paperâ? was really what he needed.
From him I learned that those big bananas are really good fried with garlic & that thereâ??s music I like better than Rock. I learned how to paint my nails while on a moving boat & that REAL Spanish rice doesnâ??t have tomato in it. I learned how to fish for herring & that I absolutely detested campingâ??even in a trailer.
I learned how say, "Come Here," "Look" & "Letâ??s Go" in Spanish. But I never thought Iâ??d be saying "Adios Forever" so soon though.
God took him from our world, but we still have his memories. Nobody can take those.
Rest well old friendâ??it was good to know you.
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Beno posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
I've known David since 1977, he was like a brother you would not see for a long time, but when you saw him it was always good times. I will always remember David as a fun loving person. I will miss him.
Love,
Beno Brother in-law
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Dwayne Cook posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
Mercedes,Derek The Rivera Family my deepest Condolences to you all for such a tragic loss in your lives.No matter what you are facing today, no matter what challenges or obstacles are in your life, Jesus will make a way for you even when you donâ??t see how. God loves you so much that He will strengthen you in time of your bereavement. I met david once long ago back in the late 80's in SD during a visit with his sister. Besides definitely being one of the most impressionable coolest down to earth brothers from NY I'd had the pleasure of knowing I'll remember and admire him most for the undeniable,unquestionable Love he had for his sister and his family.. David I will keep your Family lifted up in my prayers."Blessed is the man that maketh the Lord his trust" God Bless You...
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Drancy posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
I send my deepest sympathy to my aunt Mercedes and the family. Mercedes, stay strong.
Love,
Drancy nephew
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Janice Costello posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
I had the pleasure of meeting David poppy through a friend of his a few years ago and was struck by his ability to make you feel very welcome and at ease. He was a very kind and loving person and will be missed by every one who had the privilage to know him. I know that God will take him into his kingdom and will take care of his family in their time of need. David will be missed by all.
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ANN MORRIS posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
I am so saddened by this tragic news of such a nice young man. Each time David came to California I really enjoyed his company. He was so easy to sit down and talk with, you could indulge into a good conversation with him. I had the pleasure of meeting his beautiful and smart little girl this past summer, you could easily tell that they were very close to one another. To the family, may God comfort you at this time of loss in your life and may David rest in peace.
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Gieseler's posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
To the Rivera family we are so sorry for your loss.
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Fulmont Head Start posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss of David. The staff of our program always enjoyed Davidâ??s presence in the classroom. He was a wonderful father and will be greatly missed. Fulmont Head Start Staff
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Marvin D Frost posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
To the Rivera/Bryant families....my deepest and heartfelt condolences in your time of grief..it is never easy to lose a loved one so prematurely, but be conforted in knowing that David was truly loved and will always be remembered...David always had that aura around him that brightened up even the darkest days..he personally reminded me of everything I love about NYC..I pray that David has moved on to a better place...
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Freddy Morales posted a condolence
Monday, April 14, 2008
Dear Mercedes and family, Iam so sorry for your loss and will be praying that the Lord comforts your family in this sorrowful time. with deepest sympathy, Freddy Jr.
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Dianne, aka,' Mommy' posted a condolence
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Dianna, Anastasia and the remaining family of Dave Poppy, how my heart aches for you. May God help heal your hearts, as I know He will, in time.
I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but I know I would like you all, David did.
I met Dave years ago at the 'boat launch', and knew I would never meet anyone else like him. He has so many friends, and we were all treated with kindness and respect. I am sorry that I lost contact with him.
May God bless you all.
Dianne
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Wanda Potts posted a condolence
Sunday, April 13, 2008
You were a great friend and will allways be. I know that we can't share the little things that make us as we were but they will allways be in my memories. We shared alot as friends and knowing you will make the loss be less hurtful. I will allways keep you in my thoughts and in my heart.
May you rest in peace.
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Myra posted a condolence
Sunday, April 13, 2008
I remember when I first met David I was visiting my son and future daughter in-law Mercedes, in New York. I went to shake his hand and he said get out of here you better give me a hug we're family mom. He went on to tell me how happy he was that Derek was with his sister. David was a sweet and kind person that would give you the shirt off his back. He will be deeply missed and I will always carry him in my heart. My deepest sympathy and blessing's to the family.
Love your mother in-law,
Myra aka Terrell
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penny hough posted a condolence
Sunday, April 13, 2008
i have been so sad from day one that i found out david passed away. i still can't believe it. i hope to be able to get to the evening service. david was a great guy. he would do anything for anyone who needed help. i will never forget his great friendship or that great smile. i truly will miss that guy. penny
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DEREK BRYANT posted a condolence
Sunday, April 13, 2008
I MET DAVID 31 YEARS AGO THROUGH HIS LOVING SISTER MY BEAUTIFUL WIFE MERCEDES. DAVID HAS ALWAYS BEEN THE KIND OF PERSON WHO LOVED THE OUTDOORS LIFE, SUCH AS BOATING,FISHING,MOTORCYCLES,CAMPING ECT. DAVID GREW UP IN THE CITY,BUT IN HEART HE WAS A COUNTRY TYPE OF PERSON. HE WAS SOMEONE THAT LOVED HELPING OTHERS ESPECIALLY WHEN IT CAME TO FIXING THINGS SUCH AS CARS,OR REPAIRING WHAT EVER NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. EVERYTIME DAVID CAME TO CA. TO VISIT US WHEN HE RETURNED BACK TO NY MERCEDES AND I WOULD SAY THAT HE SAVED US ALOT OF MONEY ON REPAIRS,DAVID WAS A JACK OF ALL TRADES. DAVID WAS ONE WHO LOVED HIS FAMILY, I REMEMBER THE DAY MY SON DEREK WAS BORN DAVID WAS RIGHT THERE AT THE HOSPITAL AT HIS SISTERS SIDE,UP UNTIL THE DAY DEREK WAS BORN WE DIDNT HAVE A NAME PICKED OUT SO DAVID SUGGESTED TO NAME HIM AFTER HIMSELF,BUT THE LAST MINUTE MERECEDES AND I SAID WHY NOT GO WITH DEREK,II. DAVID WAS REALLY CLOSE TO HIS NEPHEW,HE WANTED TO DO EVERYTHING WITH HIM HE WAS PROUD TO BE A UNCLE. I NEW FROM THAT DAY DAVID WANTED TO HAVE HIS OWN BUNDLE OF JOY.THEN IN 2003 IT HAPPEND,THE MOST PROUDEST DAY OF HIS LIFE HIS BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER ANASTASIA,HE HAD SO MANY GOALS AND DREAMS FOR HER.HIS LIFE ENDED MUCH TO YOUNG,I KNOW HE IS LOOKING DOWN ON HER. HE WILL ALWAYS BE HER GUARDIAN ANGEL.DAVIDS DAD GEORGE HAS BEEN THROUGH SO MUCH TRAGEDY IN THE LAST 10 TO 15 YEARS.ITS HARD HAVING TO COPE WITH THE LOST OF A LOVED ONE,BUT WHEN YOU LOSE YOUR WIFE AND YOUR SON IN A SIX YEAR SPAN THAT IS DEVASTATING.I SAVE MY WIFE FOR LAST,SHE STILL HAD NOT GOTTEN OVER THE LOST OF HER MOTHER HILDA WHO I LOVED AS A SECOND MOTHER,NOW HER ONLY BROTHER DAVID IS GONE. I LOVE MY WIFE FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART AND WILL ALWAY BE HERE FOR HER.SHE IS MY FAMILY, THE BRYANT FAMILY, FOREVER. LOVE HER HUSBAND DEREK. DAVID YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED,YOUR BROTHER DEREK.
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Shante Bryant posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
DAVID YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED... WE LOVE YOU AND YOU'LL ALWAYS BE IN OUR PRAYERS.
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Anastasia Rivera posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
I miss you and love you more than the whole wide world, Daddy.
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LONNE BRYANT posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
TO THE FAMILY I'M VERY SORRY FOR THE LOST OF A GREAT MAN DAVID HE WAS AN EXECELLENT FATHER I MET HIM BACK IN 1977 IN SAN DIEGO AND WE BEEN GOOD FRIENDS AND BROTHER IN LAWS EVERY SENSE, I REMEMBERED HOW MUCH HE LOVED RIDIN HIS BIKE HE EVEN TOOK ME RIDING, HE WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND THE FAMILY HE LOVED HIS DAUGHTER I REMEBER THE LAST TIME HE WAS OUT HERE ALL HE SPOKE ON WAS HIS DAUGHTER HOW MUCH HE LOVED HER AND ALL THE PLANS HE HAD 4 HER SO I KNOW HE IS IN HEAVEN LOOKIN DOWN ON HER 4 EVER MAKIN SURE EVERYTHING IS GOING GOOD I LOVE HIM AND WILL MISS HIM DEARLY
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reirei posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
i will miss you and remember the good time we had @ the Palace 2007
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MICHELLE BURKS posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
TO THE FAMILY I'M VERY SADDEN BY THIS TRAGDY BUT PLEASE KNOW THAT MY PRAYERS AND MY FAMILY PRAYERS ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
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Floretta posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Mercedes,
Remember all the good times you and David had. As long as he lives in you he will always live. Stay strong for your niece, she will need you to tell her about her dad throughout her life. keep your hand in God's hand even when it appears that you are alone he is aways with you. May David rest in peace.
Love And Peace,
Floretta
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ANTHONY BRYANT posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
The things that automatically come to my mind when I think of David are all qualities of a good man. David was the type of guy that makes you feel comfortable from the moment he begins speaking. He is so full of energy, with a natural ability to have you laughing until you just can't take anymore! A very down to earth, and easy going guy....He and I had a pretty good conversation the last time I seen him{2007,his visit to Cali} It was a conversation concerning being a father to a little girl....It was such a touching conversation when I look back in retrospect now, because he was so full of compassion and tender caring when he spoke of his beautiful daughter. I myself have two daughters, so I felt that deep love he feels for his daughter when he spoke of her.... All of my heart pours out for David's daughter, because her daddy is a great man, and with the loving mercy of God, David will live within his daughters soul,spirit,mind, memory and heart. We love you David,.....Anthony Bryant, Alexis Bryant,Gabriella Bryant. {It's nothing like a great daddy's love for his daughter!!}
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Jenny,John,Nate,Matthew posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
DEAR GEORGE and FAMILY, WE ARE VERY SADDENED BY THE LOSS OF YOUR SON,DAVID. I CAN NOT BEGIN TO IMAGINE HOW YOU ARE HURTING. EVEN THOUGH I JUST MET DAVID, THIS PAST YEAR, I RECOGNIZED ALL THE WONDERFUL THINGS PEOPLE HAVE SPOKEN ABOUT HIM. IT WAS SO APPARENT ,HOW LOVING AND SUPPORTIVE HE WAS FOR YOU,TOGETHER WITH ALL THE FAMILY. HIS LOVE, KINDNESS ,COMPASSION,AND LOYALTY,WAS OBVIOUSLY WHO HE WAS. GOD HAS A REASON AND PLAN FOR EVERYONE, IT'S HARD FOR US TO COMPREHEND,BUT ONE DAY IT WILL ALL MAKE SENSE. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU,GEORGE,MERCEDES,PRECIOUS ANASTASIA,DIANNA,ALL OF THE FAMILY.
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Wayne & Lonette posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
David and his daughter visited our home just last summer2007. The lasting memory we have of him is that of he putting cute little dressses and hats on his daughter that we had given them. David was so proud of his little bundle of joy, he couldn't stop talking about her. David has always been a beautiful,caring, and great guy! We love and miss him dearly.
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Jackie Bowman posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Mercedes our hearts go out to you and the family for your lost you are all in our prayers, David was our brother also The Bryants I knew David for a long time and this was a big lost to all of us. I remember when I first meet him when I came to spend the summer with you and Derek in Brooklyn that was over 25 years ago and he took me for a ride on his bike that was the first time I was ever on a bike he handled that bike so well I was like can you teach me how to ride. There are a lot of great memories that I have of David and it would take more then a week to share them all, my point is he loved motorcycles and his family he was a great fun and loving man.
David you will be missed.
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Theresa J posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2008
David, humm, where do I start. It is still a shock to me and it really wont set in till I acutally see mercedes and see the hurt and loss on her face. You have always been a friend and more so more like family. You always have such a great attitude and you are so much comedy to listen too. The thing I remember most about you is your voice. Listening to you and mercedes argue was so much comedy, anyways, you will be missed and know that you are in gods hands and you are with your mother and so happy, tell hilda i said hello and give her a kiss for me. Don't worry about your sister we love her and will take very good care of her. Don't do to much flirting up there, you know how you are, LOL!!!, your friend for life, i'll see you soon, Theresa
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Shorty posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2008
Dave, I love you so much for the great times we had, I will never forget you. You are my good and honest friend. I miss ya, B! God watch over you, man.
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Dianna Brenn posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2008
I am so blessed you are a part of my life. You have made a mark on my heart and soul that can never be erased. Our lives will be never be the same without you. I know that God took for a good reason and that someday will be together again. I Love You, Forever.
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Will and Sheila LaTour posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2008
Dianna,
We are so sorry for your loss.
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