Michael Rivera obituary: Michael Rivera's Obituary, Albany

In Memory Of
Michael A. Rivera
1991 - 2020

Obituary photo of Michael Rivera, Albany-NY
Obituary photo of Michael Rivera, Albany-NY

In Memory Of
Michael A. Rivera
1991 - 2020

Michael A. Rivera, 29, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 25, 2020.

Michael was the son of Karen Peterson and the late Samuel Rivera.

Michael spent the past couple of years working his way up and recently promoted to Assistant Manager at the Price Chopper in Clifton Park.

He traveled the world in his short period of time. He loved skateboarding, kayaking, hanging out with his friends and family and most of all he enjoyed spending time with his canine pal Leroy Brown.

Michael is survived by his mom Karen (Mozelle) Peterson, he is the brother of, Nelena, Evelyn, Debbie, Sammy and Valerie. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother Sera Hotaling and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends.

Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Albany, New York on Wednesday July 1, 2020 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A funeral service will be held Thursday July 2, 2020 for the family. Burial will follow the service at Memory Gardens.

Gathering size, within our chapels will be based on the most current NYS occupancy requirements.
Masks are required, and social distancing is to be observed inside and outside of our chapels.

Michael A. Rivera, 29, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 25, 2020.

Michael was the son of Karen Peterson and the late Samuel Rivera.

Michael spent the past couple of years working his way up and recently promoted to Assistant Manager at the Price Chopper in Clifton Park.

He traveled the world in his short period of time. He loved skateboarding, kayaking, hanging out with his friends and family and most of all he enjoyed spending time with his canine pal Leroy Brown.

Michael is survived by his mom Karen (Mozelle) Peterson, he is the brother of, Nelena, Evelyn, Debbie, Sammy and Valerie. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother Sera Hotaling and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends.

Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Albany, New York on Wednesday July 1, 2020 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A funeral service will be held Thursday July 2, 2020 for the family. Burial will follow the service at Memory Gardens.

Gathering size, within our chapels will be based on the most current NYS occupancy requirements.
Masks are required, and social distancing is to be observed inside and outside of our chapels.

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New Comer Cremations & Funerals
343 New Karner RD
Colonie, NY 12205
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Wednesday, July 1, 2020 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
343 New Karner RD
Colonie, NY 12205
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Colonie Area (518-456-4442) is assisting the family

Colonie Area (518-456-4442) is assisting the family

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