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In memory of
Richard "Rich" Erick Rivera (Rice)
March 1, 1962 - August 2, 2025
Mar 1, 1962 - Aug 2, 2025
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In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to American Cancer Society.
$150.00
Raised by 2 people
Survived by
Katie Rice
Daughter
Cory Wahl
Daughter
Lisa Way
Partner
Travis Wahl
Son-in-law
Myles Wahl
Grandson
Sandra Rice
Mother
Tammy Young
Ex-wife
William Rice
Brother
Lori Rice
Sister
Karen Rivera
Sister
Juliana Durrett
Sister
Sara Rivera
Sister
Camille Fernandez- Porter
Sister
Mark Deserto
Bonus Son-In-Law
Gavin Deserto
Bonus Grandson
Elias Deserto
Bonus Grandson
Candi Martin
Bonus Daughter
Emiliana Hunter
Bonus Granddaughter
Natalie Garcia Deserto
Bonus Daughter
Noelle Martin
Bonus Granddaughter
Terry Martin
Bonus Son-in-law
Norma Archuleta
Bonus Mother-In-Law
Jeremy Young
Nephew
Bobbie Watterson
Niece
Melissa Young
Niece
Sophie Kwiatkoski
Niece
Predeceased by
Ernesto Rivera
Father
Leihua Oliveros
Niece
Obituary
Richard Erick Rivera was born on March 1, 1962, in Phoenix, Arizona. He was a true son of the desert. After a courageous battle with tongue cancer, Rich found peace on August 2, 2025. He was 63.Â
Rich found his calling as a homebuilder. He didn't just build houses; he created homes and communities. Beyond his work, he was a man who treasured simple joys and deep connections. He found immense happiness in spending time …
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Memories & condolences
My condolences to Lisa, Katie, Cory, Travis, Myles and to Tammy. Richard was loved by so many.. He's a great guy, a g…
My condolences to Lisa, Katie, Cory, Travis, Myles and to Tammy. Richard was loved by so many.. H…
My condolences to Lisa, Katie, Cory, Travis, Myles and to Tammy.…
My condolences to the family. I grew up with Rich and am so sad that he has left us. I am thankful that we stayed frien…
My condolences to the family. I grew up with Rich and am so sad that he has left us. I am thankful …
My condolences to the family. I grew up with Rich and am so sad …
Always good friend we meet in construction when he work for continental homes back in the day I did the tile work in m…
Always good friend we meet in construction when he work for continental homes back in the day I did…
Always good friend we meet in construction when he work for cont…
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What were Rich's favorite games to play?
Risk
Risk
Risk
What were Rich's favorite ways to spend free time?
Spending time with his kids and grandkids on "the big bed."
Spending time with his kids and grandkids on "the big bed."
Spending time with his kids and grandkids on "the big bed."
What were Rich's favorite performances to watch?
Daughter's childhood dance recitals, and school performances.
Daughter's childhood dance recitals, and school performances.
Daughter's childhood dance recitals, and school performances.
What were Rich's favorite vacation spots?
Jerome, Arizona
Jerome, Arizona
Jerome, Arizona
Timeline
Born
March 1st, 1962
St Joseph's Hospital, Phoenix, Maricopa, Arizona
Graduated from high school
1980
Coronado High School, East Virginia Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ
Got married to Tammy Young
1982
Arizona
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Cause of death
Tongue Cancer
Method of disposition
Cremation
Hospice care provided by
Lund Home | Hospice of the Valley
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to American Cancer Society.
$150.00
Raised by 2 people
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