Antonio Rivera
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- Oct 10
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Updated: Oct 14
October 11, 1955 - October 9, 2025
Antonio Rivera, 69, of Trenton, died peacefully on October 9, 2025 at Capital Health Systems at Fuld.
Antonio was born on October 11, 1955 in Jayuya, PR to parents Ovidio Rivera and Ramona Ortiz. He didn't finish school, however he was as smart as they come. He worked as a laborer for over 40 years, 15 with IEW and over 30 with Joseph Jingoli and sons when he joined Local 172 labor union until he retired in 2014.
Antonio loved working with his hands, building things, gardening, and landscaping. He also enjoyed pig roasts and playing dominoes with family and friends as well as working on cars with his fellow mechanics.
Predeceased by his parents, Ovidio Rivera and Romana Ortiz; his sister, Anna Rivera, two brothers, Benjamin Ortiz, and Angel Rivera. A cancer survivor, Antonio is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Dorothy Rivera with whom he shares 5 children; Antonio Jr. and wife Tracy, Ramona and husband John, Jason and wife Beckie, Sylvia and husband Jorge, and Amanda; 18 grandchildren, Mikal, Mikayla, Damon, RayShaun, RJ, Rose, Joshua, Dominic, Isiah, Jalissa, Adriana, Juan, Javier, Jarell, Jayms, Rasheen, Reese, and Alise; his brothers, Ruben, Rafael, Luis, and Joe, and his sister, Carmen Rivera; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
Visitation for family and friends will be held Friday October 17, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Buklad-Merlino Memorial Home, 2141 South Broad Street, Hamilton, NJ 08610.
Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.
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They say we only get 1 father, but I was blessed with a father and a dad. Dad, you filled a void that was missing in my life and for that you hold a very special place in my heart. The words you said to me as we sat at the table and cried together will resignate in my ears and heart forever. I love you forever and always. Sleep and rest,until we meet again.
He was an amazing uncle , no words can express my love for my tio , rip I will miss u ,
Tio, I am so lost for words. you were a true kind hard working man, a provider.
Your laughter and good sense of humor will be truly missed and definitely seeing you roasting that delicious pig that everyone enjoyed.
Give my abuela Candida a big hug and kiss for me and may we meet again🤍
God bless you
I love you , Bendicion ……
He will be truly miss gone but never forgotten
My prayers and condolences go out to you All