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EUTIMIO was born January 6, 1913 and passed away on September 25, 2011. He was a resident of Albuquerque NM since 1949. Mr. Rivera is survived by his three children, Joe Rivera and wife, Helen from Tucson AZ, Gloria Turner and husband, Leon T., and Lucille Quintana and husband, Reydecel; sister Pita Rivera; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. He was proceeded in death by his wife, Cipriana Rivera; sons, John, John G. and Placido Rivera; Grandson, Phillip Rivera; great-great-granddaughter, Isabella Tortalita; brothers and sister; Carlos Rivera, Francisco Ribera, Placido Ribera, Militon Ribera, and Maria Varela. Mr. Rivera was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He worked most of his life doing what he loved most, which was, construction, and ranching. He enjoyed being outdoors to tend to his garden during the summer months, raising cattle, bailing alfalfa, and spending time with his dear friend "Larry Brown" on his ranch, in Penasco NM. When at home, he enjoyed visiting with family members, and valued time with his family and friends. He was a very respectful and noble man, who was very well known for his kindness, and loyalty, and very easily made friends everywhere he went. With the help of his grandchildren; Edwina Quintana & husband, Pedro Eduardo Martinez, Felisha Quintana, Veronica Quintana, Reyna Quintana, James Rivera, and Pauline Martine, he was given the opportunity that granted fulfillment of his final wishes that allowed him to pass peacefully, in his own home, surrounded by the people he loved most. Visitation will be Friday, September 30 2011, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Herman Flores. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Edwin's Church, 2501 Barcelona RD SW , at 10:00 a.m., Father Bill Sanchez, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Carlos Rivera, James Rivera, Daniel P. Rivera, Antonio Martinez, Milton Rivera, and Larry Brown. Honorary Pallbearers will be Reydecel Quintana, and Pedro Eduardo Martinez. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 505-243-7861
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