Roberto Rivera-Diaz Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Roberto Rivera Diaz passed peacefully surrounded by his family on November 18th, 2018 at the age of 65. Roberto was born in Vega Alta, Puerto Rico on 05/23/1953 where he then moved to Kennett Square, Pa when he was 12 years old. He then started working in the Mushroom factory with his brother and brother in law. Roberto held very many jobs throughout his life as we all knew him to be a very hard working man. He worked at Olympic Hydraulics for approximately a year before he was injured on the job. He ultimately finished his working career at New Chester Deli, where he served the public for a very long time. Roberto was known for having a strong and caring heart and devoting his time to family. He could make anyone smile at any given time. He also loved boxing and had a passion for salsa music. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. Roberto was preceded in death by his parents Isabel Diaz and Juan Rivera of Vega Alta Puerto Rico. He is survived by his children Roberto Rivera Jr and wife Maria Jose Rivera, Leonel Rivera and Fiancée Vanessa Martinez, Felix Cruet and wife Erika Cruet. Grandchildren Giovanna, Samari, and Nailani Cruet; Roberto Rivera III, Noel, Taina, and Grand baby Adrian Rivera due on February of 2019. He is also survived by his siblings Carlos, Juan L., Teresa, and Ramonita Rivera Diaz.

Roberto Rivera-Diaz

May 23, 1953 - November 18, 2018