Obituaries

Jorge Luis Rivera, a devoted worshiper, musician, and prayer warrior, entered the presence of the Lord on March 20, 2026. Born in Cayey, Puerto Rico, Jorge later made his home in Rochester, New York, where he became a beloved figure in his family, church, and community.

Jorge lived a life marked by unwavering faith. He loved the Lord deeply and expressed that love through worship, music, and constant prayer. His gentle spirit, steadfast devotion, and willingness to intercede for others touched countless lives. To know him was to witness a man who walked closely with God.

He is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Rivera, and his daughters Wanda Ramos, Natasha Cobb, and Berta Rivera. Jorge was a proud and joyful grandfather to Pedro Rivera, Isabella Rivera, Lilianah Rivera‑Terry, Samuel Rivera, and Sophia Anderson, each of whom brought him immense happiness.

 

A viewing will be held at:

Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Road Rochester, New York 14609 from 8:00 – 9:00 AM

A celebration of his life and faith will follow at:

Pentecostal Holiness Church 939 N Clinton Avenue Rochester, NY 14621 9:30 – 11:30 AM

Interment will take place at Riverside Cemetery at 12:00 PM.

Jorge  leaves a legacy of love not only in his children and grandchildren’s hearts but in countless hearts.  His family takes comfort in knowing he is now rejoicing in the presence of the Lord he served so faithfully.

34 A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.

35 By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.

John 13:34-35 KJV

 

 

 

Jorge Luis Rivera, un adorador dedicado, músico talentoso y fiel guerrero de oración, partió a la presencia del Señor el 20 de marzo de 2026. Nacido en Cayey, Puerto Rico, Jorge más tarde estableció su hogar en Rochester, Nueva York, donde se convirtió en una figura muy querida por su familia, su iglesia y su comunidad.

Jorge vivió una vida marcada por una fe inquebrantable. Amaba profundamente al Señor y expresaba ese amor a través de la adoración, la música y la oración constante. Su espíritu noble, su devoción firme y su disposición para interceder por otros dejaron una huella imborrable en todos los que lo conocieron. Quienes compartieron con él fueron testigos de un hombre que caminaba de cerca con Dios.

Le sobreviven su amada esposa, Wanda Rivera, y sus hijas Wanda Ramos, Natasha Cobb y Berta Rivera. Jorge fue un abuelo orgulloso y lleno de alegría para Pedro Rivera, Isabella Rivera, Lilianah Rivera‑Terry, Samuel Rivera y Sophia Anderson, quienes fueron una de sus mayores bendiciones.

La velación se llevará a cabo en:

Dierna Funeral Home
2309 Culver Road
Rochester, New York 14609
8:00 – 9:00 AM

El servicio fúnebre se realizará en:

Pentecostal Holiness Church
939 N Clinton Avenue
Rochester, NY 14621
9:30 – 11:30 AM

El entierro tendrá lugar en el Riverside Cemetery a las 12:00 PM.

Jorge deja un legado de amor no solo en los corazones de sus hijos y nietos, sino en innumerables corazones. Su familia encuentra consuelo al saber que ahora está gozando en la presencia del Señor a quien sirvió con tanta fidelidad.

34 Un mandamiento nuevo os doy: Que os améis unos a otros; como yo os he amado, que también os améis unos a otros.

35 En esto conocerán todos que sois mis discípulos, si tenéis amor los unos por los otros.

Juan 13:34-35 Reina Valera

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  1. Gby our condolences to the family. Brother Jorge was a great man of God. He will be missed. Love you all!

  2. My deepest condolences to all his family. You are in my prayers. I’ll always remember him.

  3. My prayers, and my Condolences to his family 💝🙌🏼 May you rest in peace brother Jorge🙌🏼

  4. My deepest condolences to the family . He will truly be missed . Thanks for allowing me to always call him my second dad. Always in my memories . Till we meet again dad .

  5. Mi querida Marci, mis oraciones estan con tigo y toda tu familia, Le pido a Dios les conseda mucha FORTALESA y consuelo en tan tristes momentos.
    Q La Paz d Dios les arrope a todos y les ayude a lidiar con su dolor.
    Saves q siempre estare a la orden cuando me nesecites .
    Confiando q Dios a recivido a tu papi con los brazos abierto y le dará el descanzo eterno
    R .I .P.
    CON CARIÑO ,CONCHITA

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