Victor M. Rivera, Jr.
August 20, 2014
Victor M. "KiKi" Rivera, 69, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at the Francis House.
He was born in Puerto Rico, he was an upholster for over 50 years and was owner of KiKi's Upholstery. He was also employed at St. Joseph's Hospital for several years. He was an avid fisher, boxing fan, enjoyed listening to music and most of all he enjoyed his family.
He was predeceased by his father, Victor, Sr., 2 brothers: Angelo Perez, Ralph "Papo" Rivera, and a sister, Manuela Rivera.
Surviving are his beloved wife Lucille 39 years, mother, Anna Rivera, 3 daughters: Shannon, Victoria & Marissa Rivera, 2 sons: Gabriel (Sabrina) Rivera, Christopher (Stephanie) Rivera, 9 grandchildren: Kamar, Miguel, Isaiha, Gemini, Gabriella, Alexander, Gabriel, Jr., Victor, III, & Heather Lee, 3 brothers: Benny Acosta, George "Pito" Rivera & Felipe Rivera, and 5 sisters: Ramona Rivera, Ines Castro, Beatriz Devereaux, Anna Jimenez, Virginia Rivera, along with many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Monday from 4-7pm at New Comer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main St., N. Syracuse, with services to follow.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the to the Francis House at www.Francishouseny.org
Thank You, that will be appreciated.