Neida A. Rivera

April 1, 1949 - March 3, 2010

Neida “Nelly” A. Rivera, age 60 of Gary, passed away on Wednesday, March 3, 2010. Nelly is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Jose L. Rivera; 4 children: Michael Ida Rivera, Cathy Velasquez, Yvette Angel Manfredy and Melissa Rivera; grandchildren: Jonathan, Lissette Jeremy Lahaie, Jordan Williams, Nick, Jessica, Celeste, Chris, Marina, Angel II and Joseph; great-grandchildren: Jisele, Isabella and Jazlene; parents, Candelario Carmen Rivera; brothers & sisters: Itsa D. Rivera, Evelyn Scotty Sanjurjo, Margarita Favio Lugo, Johnnie Pat Rivera; Edwin Jackie Rivera, Louisa Rivera, Milton Anna Rivera, Iris Danny Licega and Mildred Powers; numerous nieces & nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Geisen Funeral Home, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, with Rev. Thomas Mischler officiating. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home on Friday, March 5th from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Prayer services will be held at 6:00 PM and at 7:30 PM at the funeral home. Nelly was a member of St. Mary of the Lake Church in Miller and taught CCD with the religious education program. She was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs, and the Hobart Brickies and Crown Point Bulldogs. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family, please visit the guestbook section at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com. For more information call 219-769-3322.

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To my aunt that would always tell me the truth. She could find anything that I couldn't. I could always call and she would have the answer or call me back with what I needed. I will miss her.

Sleep well dear Nellie - Paul & Aldona Wengel

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Yvette, and Family. Tony and I wish to extend our sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Our prayer is that the Lord will give you peace and tranquility during this time of grief. May you be Blessed in God's Love. Our prayers are with you. Love you the Fontanez family.

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Mrs. Rivera was my CCD teacher when I was growing up. She was always very kind, loving, and welcoming. I always remember her having a smile on her face, and I genuinely enjoyed being around her and her family. I'm very sorry to hear of her passing and my prayers are with the family during this hard time.

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