Carmen Rivera

October 6, 1927 - January 12, 2021

Carmen Maria Rivera Cardona, age 93, went to be with the Lord on January 12, 2021. Her final moments were at her residence, Westminster at Lake Ridge, with her oldest daughter by her side and her youngest daughter virtually present. Carmen was born on October 6, 1927, in Patillas, Puerto Rico, to Juan Rivera and Felicita Cardona.

She was a strong-willed, independent, and determined woman who raised her two daughters, the youngest, a child with special needs. Her passions were sewing, knitting, cooking, and reading her bible. Her greatest joy was helping to raise her three grandchildren.

Carmen was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, but most of all, she was a devout woman of God. Her faith remained unshaken until her final days. She was admired and loved by many.

Carmen is survived by her two daughters, Yellixa Zobeida Cruz and Eroida Margarita (Margie) Rivera; three grandchildren Alexis Reyes, Arielle Darlene, and Anabelle Nicole Cruz; their father Reyes Cruz; and her great-grandson Samuel Elias Roblero-Cruz. As the eldest of eight children, she is survived by her seven younger siblings, four brothers, and three sisters.

The family is not having a service at this time due to COVID-19. If anyone wants to celebrate her memory, they could do so by donating to the Beverly Farm Foundation, where her youngest daughter Margie resides. For more information, visit .

A Celebration of Life ceremony is planned for a future date and location TBD.

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Mothers never die, they subsists forever in the memories of their sons and daughters, grand sons and daughters, great grand sons and daughters and friends.

Our deepest condolences to you and Margarita, you are both in our thoughts and prayers. She was a role model to her nieces; she was strong, beautiful, resourceful, skilled and spiritual. May she rest in peace with the Lord; she is finally home.

I am very sorry for your loss, my deepest regret I ask God for strength for the whole family I am sorry .

I regret to hear this news of the passing of your mom. My/our sincerest condolences. Pascual Goicoechea

Our deepest sympathy. May loving memories ease your loss and bring you and your family great comfort. Saying good bye to someone we love is heartbreak. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

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Mothers are so very special, which makes their loss so difficult. No words can lessen the sting of losing the one person who was always there to love and protect you. Just know that God is always there for those who mourn. I pray for healing and strength as your family deals with the loss of this wonderful, loving woman. She leaves a legacy of love, warm memories, and good times past. May the smiles from those memorable yesterdays replace your silent tears of grief. I share your sadness and pass on my sincerest condolences. God bless and keep you and yours.

Beautiful lady we will miss dearly, praying for the family, Lord give them strength and comfort.

Thank you for sending this notice. Iu2019m so sorry for your loss Yellixa. Will make sure Margie sees this. She really looks like your mom! Praying for your peace and comfort. Love, Sharon

I will miss you my Titi Carmen. You were always a delight to be around. I always enjoyed visiting you with Yellixa when I was up in VA. God bless you, rest in peace, I loved you

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.