Con profundo dolor y gran amor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Juan Elder Rivera, quien partió a la presencia del Señor el 22 de junio de 2026 en el Palisades Medical Center de North Bergen, Nueva Jersey.

Nacido en Ilovasco, El Salvador, Juan fue el amado hijo de Meregilda Rivera. Fue un esposo dedicado, un padre amoroso, un abuelo orgulloso y un amigo entrañable, cuya vida estuvo marcada por su entrega incondicional a su familia. Sin importar los desafíos que enfrentó, su mayor alegría siempre fue estar rodeado de las personas que más amaba.

Juan compartió una vida llena de amor y dedicación con su querida esposa, Gloria Rivera. Juntos formaron una familia que fue el centro de su mundo. Le sobreviven sus hijos, Elder Rolando Rivera, Didier Alfredo Rivera y Henry David Rivera, quienes llevarán para siempre en sus corazones sus enseñanzas, su fortaleza y su amor incondicional.

También fue un orgulloso abuelo de Gustavo, Jacqueline, Brianna, Paola, Kaley, Gia, Jesse y Sofía. Sus nietos fueron una fuente inmensa de felicidad para él, y atesoró cada momento compartido con ellos. Con sus palabras de aliento, su cálida sonrisa y su constante presencia, Juan hizo que cada uno de ellos se sintiera profundamente amado.

Juan será recordado por su noble corazón, su fortaleza silenciosa, su generosidad y los sacrificios que hizo por aquellos a quienes amaba. Trabajó incansablemente a lo largo de su vida para proveer a su familia y brindar mejores oportunidades a las generaciones futuras. Su amor fue constante, su guía inquebrantable y su dedicación ejemplar. Aunque su partida deja un enorme vacío, los recuerdos que creó y el amor que compartió vivirán para siempre en el corazón de su familia.

Familiares y amigos están cordialmente invitados a acompañarnos para honrar y celebrar la vida de Juan durante la velación que se llevará a cabo el domingo 28 de junio de 2026, de 2:00 p.m. a 6:00 p.m., en la funeraria.

Asimismo, habrá una visita matutina el lunes 29 de junio de 2026, de 9:00 a.m. a 10:00 a.m., en la funeraria.

El sepelio se realizará a continuación en el Cementerio de Hoboken, en North Bergen, Nueva Jersey.

"Aquellos que amamos nunca se van del todo; permanecen para siempre en nuestros corazones, guiándonos con su amor y acompañándonos en cada recuerdo."

 

 

With profound sorrow and great love, we announce the passing of Juan Elder Rivera, who entered into the presence of the Lord on June 22, 2026, at Palisades Medical Center in North Bergen, New Jersey.

Born in Ilovasco, El Salvador, Juan was the beloved son of Meregilda Rivera. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, a proud grandfather, and a cherished friend whose life was defined by his unconditional dedication to his family. No matter the challenges he faced, his greatest joy was always being surrounded by the people he loved most.

Juan shared a life filled with love and devotion with his beloved wife, Gloria Rivera. Together they built a family that was the center of his world. He is survived by his sons, Elder Rolando Rivera, Didier Alfredo Rivera, and Henry David Rivera, who will forever carry in their hearts his teachings, his strength, and his unconditional love.

He was also a proud grandfather to Gustavo, Jacqueline, Brianna, Paola, Kaley, Gia, Jesse, and Sofia. His grandchildren were an immense source of happiness to him, and he treasured every moment spent with them. Through his words of encouragement, his warm smile, and his constant presence, Juan made each of them feel deeply loved.

Juan will be remembered for his noble heart, quiet strength, generosity, and the sacrifices he made for those he loved. He worked tirelessly throughout his life to provide for his family and create better opportunities for future generations. His love was constant, his guidance unwavering, and his devotion exemplary. Although his passing leaves a tremendous void, the memories he created and the love he shared will live forever in the hearts of his family.

Family and friends are warmly invited to join us in honoring and celebrating Juan’s life during the visitation on Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the funeral home.

A morning visitation will also be held on Monday, June 29, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., at the funeral home.

Interment will follow at Hoboken Cemetery in North Bergen, New Jersey.

While we deeply mourn his passing, we also celebrate the beautiful life he lived and the countless lives he touched through his love and example. Juan leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, hard work, and family unity that will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Forever loved, forever remembered, and forever missed. 

"Those we love never truly leave us; they remain forever in our hearts, guiding us with their love and accompanying us in every memory."