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In memory of
Riva Sari Thompson
May 9, 1972 - January 7, 2026
May 9, 1972 - Jan 7, 2026
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Obituary
Riva Sari Thompson, born May 9, 1972, lost her 7 year battle to cancer on January 7, 2026. A beacon of love, faith, and empathy, Riva brought warmth and light into the lives of all who knew her. Her passion for worship, reverence for her faith, and devotion to helping others made her an inspiration.
Her legacy of unmatched compassion transcends her time on this earth. Riva was the kind of person who touched the …
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Riva opened my eyes to so many things in life that for whatever reason I was missing or ignoring. I admire her, and he…
Riva opened my eyes to so many things in life that for whatever reason I was missing or ignoring. …
Riva opened my eyes to so many things in life that for whatever …
I worked with Riva at RCA and we had many long nights together. She was like a mother to me and I was close with her da…
I worked with Riva at RCA and we had many long nights together. She was like a mother to me and I w…
I worked with Riva at RCA and we had many long nights together. …
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What was Riva's favorite color?
Purple
Purple
Purple
What causes did Riva care about most?
Addiction, Recovery Centers of America
Addiction, Recovery Centers of America
Addiction, Recovery Centers of America
What were Riva's favorite tv shows?
Friends
Friends
Friends
What were Riva's favorite songs or musical artists?
Worship Music
Worship Music
Worship Music
Timeline
Born
May 9th, 1972
Salem, MA
Passed away
January 7th, 2026
Revere, MA
Survived by
Christian Novack
Son
Erica Novack
Daughter
Rachel Novack
Daughter
Sarah Novack
Daughter
Autumn Novack
Granddaughter
Riley Edwards
Granddaughter
Seth Lee Williams
Spouse
Joan Rathe
Mother
Tom Rathe
Step-father
Adam Figueroa
Nephew
David Figueroa
Nephew
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Cause of death
Cancer
Method of disposition
Cremation
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to American Cancer Society.
$100.00
Raised by 1 person
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