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Alfredo Rivera, 77

October 27, 2020

Alfredo Rivera, 77, of Lancaster, passed away on October 27, 2020 at his home surrounded by family. Born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Eustaquio and Victoria (Santiago Rivera Torres) Tomasini. Alfredo was married to Maria (Hernandez Marti) in November of 1962. They had 58 years together. He was very active in his church, First Spanish Assembly of God, and taught Sunday school for 65 years. He also was a Bible Institute teacher for his church. He loved to sing and his favorite song was “Tierra de la Palestina”. Alfredo was passionate about evangelizing and sharing his love for Christ. He had also started his own business, Translations by Alfredo, providing interpreting services for courts and hospitals in the surrounding communities.

Alfredo is survived by his wife, Maria; his 6 children: Amnerys “Nettie” Oquendo (Carlos), Neryamn Rivera Nieves (Mario), Alfredo Rivera Jr. (Kim), Peter Rivera (Melissa), Danerys “Donna” Clark (Timothy), Samuel Rivera. 5 Siblings: Ada Perales (Artemio), Victoria Jackson (Andrew), Maria Cortes, Martina Knox, and Luis Torres. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren; Esteban Nieves, Micaela Nieves, Lucas Nieves, Mateo Nieves, Anthony Rivera, Jeremy Rivera, Benjamin Rivera, Madison Rivera, Timothy Luke Clark, Samuel Clark, Michael Clark, Thomas Clark, Jet Rivera, Legend Rivera, Andrea Oquendo Andal, Amarie Oquendo, Alyssa Oquendo Carasquillo, Sean Carlos Oquendo, and 7 great grandchildren and one great grandchild on the way.

A drive-up viewing will be held at the South Portico on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 from 11am-12pm, at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Funeral services and interment will be private.

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November 08, 2020

My deepest condolences to the entire family especially the Nieves family. I love you guys and am truly sorry for your loss. He is with God now watching down on his family. 
Jackie Rivera

November 04, 2020

Mis mas sinceras condolencias, fue una gran persona, inspirando a hermanos en el estudio de la palabra, el Señor les fortalezca.
Samuel moreno

November 04, 2020

Condolences to the entire Rivera family – may you be comforted by warm memories of your time together.
Craig & Cindi Kimmel (friends of Alfredo Jr. and Kim)

November 03, 2020

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May GOD bring comfort and strength for each new tomorrow.
Kathy Schweitzer

November 03, 2020

To the Rivera family. . . I never met your parents, but am so sorry for your loss. Hope you all are doing well, blessings & best wishes to you all,
Stephanie Mowery Byers.

November 01, 2020

Nuestra condolencias para la familia Rivera, siempre los recordamos y en estos momentos dificiles, continuaremos orando para que nuestro Dios les de la paz, Pedro Luciano y Familia. Dlbm.
Pedro Luciano

November 01, 2020

Alfredo was a good man. He worked with us for 20+ years; was always cheerful; conscientious; and personable. He will be missed. Love and prayers to the familty. Jonathan Bohannon

November 01, 2020

Worked with him for 15 yrs at prefferd Tech. No nicer person on earth. Miss our days together.
Jim Parker

October 31, 2020

My sympathy goes out to the Rivera and Nieves Families.  Grieving the loss of a loved one is so very difficult, our hope is to be with them in eternity if Jesus tarries.  Grateful for Alfredo’s testimony to his family, grandchildren and great grandchildren. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! Hallelujah!
Paula Radano

October 31, 2020

My condolence to the Rivera family.Assembly of God church brings lot’s of good memories where our family met, those memories will be carried in our heart’s Love Ruthie Rivera y Mercedes

October 31, 2020

Mis condolencias y oraciones por fortaleza para toda la familia ..En especial a a su Esposa y Ada Perales y familia a quienes aprecio grandemente . Aurea Velázquez 

October 30, 2020

Condolences to the Rivera family! Alfredo & Cuqui watched me grow up on church at First Spanish Assembly of God Church on Duke Street! I have so many great memories of them both. He was a great man of faith! May God bring peace & comfort to the family! We will see him again in Paradise! 
Blessings from Debbie Pinero Harrell! Margarita Pinero also sends her condolences to the family that she loves so very much!

October 30, 2020

Praying for the family. I met Alfredo in 1977 and he was a great father to his kids. He was always the same with everyone . A great family man and great husband to his Wife. Cookie we love you and praying for you and all.

October 30, 2020

My condolences to the family. I knew Alfredo since 1980, great man of God. Will see him SOON in the presence of our God. Praying for the family 
Bishop Angel L. Nunez

October 30, 2020

Mis condolencias para toda la familia del hermano Alfredo!! Mis oraciones y fortaleza en este momento!! Ya el nos ganó la batalla!!descanse en paz🙏🙏🙏
Myrna Alvarez

October 30, 2020

Our deepest condolences go out to the Rivera family.  You are in our prayers. 
David & Katie Hershey

October 30, 2020

I have known Alfredo Rivera over 45 years as my Brother in Law and have known him to be a true Christian, father, son, husband and friend. He comes from a great family which I am proud to be a brother in law over 45 years.
May he Rest In Peace.
Brother in Law Andrew Jackson, Sr.

October 30, 2020

My condolences to the family. We knew Alfredo since 1983 when we move to Lancaster. Him and his wife was very helpful to us. I know he has a lot of stones on his crown. May you Rest In Peace.
Juana & Mario Vigo 

October 30, 2020

Mis condolencias de parte de la familia Delgado.
Nancy Delgado Vazquez

October 30, 2020

Sorry for your loss. I pray God’s strength and peace during these difficult times.
Cheryl Haymes-Lee

October 30, 2020

We are very sorry for the loss, we pray in Christ Jesus that the peace of God comfort you in these difficult moments.  May God give you strength and we believe in the Lord who knows everything and can do everything.  Here we are always for you.  God bless you infinite.
Yisel-Ovis

October 30, 2020

Mis condolencias a toda la familia. A partido con el Señor un buen hermano, maestro. El cielo está de fiesta. Mantendremos a tod la familia en oración en especial asu esposa. Dios le de la fortaleza y el consuelo que necesitan este momento tan difícil. Les amamos en el amor de Cristo. 🙏
Lourdes Tineo Cabrera

October 30, 2020

My Condolences to the Rivera Family.  Alfredo and his wife watched me grow up as a little girl and I have fond memories of them both. He was always smiling and faithful to God. Rest in the grace of God my brother Alfredo. To the family, sending Hugs and Love.
Mildred Burgos-Nwasah

Visitation
Wednesday, November 04, 2020
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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