Raymond Rivadeneyra
September 14, 1935 - February 17, 2010
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Raymond Rivadeneyra
September 14, 1935 - February 17, 2010
Obituary
Ray Rivadeneyra born September 14, 1935 and passed away Wednesday, February 17th. He was born in Los Angeles California to Anita and Bernard Rivadeneyra. Ray was one of thirteen brothers and sisters. He attended Rosemead High School where he met his high school sweet heart and wife of 55 years; Shirley Rivadeneyra Grohs. Their young love has proved everlasting for as the couple married on October 9, 1954. For the first three years of their marriage they attended college together while working part time.
Ray is survived by his wife Shirley their sons Rick and Mark- Wife Susie. Rick is a retired Police Officer and continues his artwork and Mark graduated from UCI and is in his 22nd year of teaching with CUSD. Ray and Shirley have five grandchildren. Rick’s children: Adam Medical student, Rachel Hair stylist. Children of son Mark and his wife Susie Rivadeneyra are Aaron Junior at Concordia University Irvine, Kyle Freshman at St. Francis University, New York, and Tanner Senior at San Clemente High School.
Ray and Shirley traveled extensively during their years together. Their excursions have taken them to Austria, Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales, Belgium, Amsterdam, Germany, France, Italy, Mexico City and Canada.
Ray was involved in many community activities: Dana Point Yacht Club, San Clemente Men’s Golf Club, Hawaiian Surf Club, Boys and Girls Club, Elks Club, Knights of Columbus and Friends of the Orange County Performing Arts Center.
Ray worked as a meat cutter for 40 years and retired with Safeway/Vons. Since retiring he focused on his greatest passion of playing golf with friends. Many know Ray at San Clemente Golf Course as the man with a big smile who looked forward to playing with new golfers and old friends. Ray also enjoyed his time with his buddies in the Hawaiian Surf Club.
The common word thrown about when describing Ray is ‘smile’ and how bad a life could a man have lead when all the people he knew remember him as a ‘smile’. He and his fantastic smile will definitely be missed. Ray was a special man and he was always there for his family and friends. It could be a simple task like fixing your golf club or driving you to the airport or expertly carving the turkey at Thanksgiving. Ray Rivadeneyra was one of the kindest men you would ever want to meet and befriend…
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to:
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
https://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_donate?item_id=8072
The City of Hope
https://secure.cityofhope.org/DONATE/Main/GeneralDonation.aspx
59 responses to Raymond Rivadeneyra
Jim & Shirley Vizzolini says:
February 21, 2010
Dear Shirley and family,
When there is a loss for the right words, please know that you all are in our hearts and prayers. We will look forward to our family get-together down there as soon as mutual opportunities permit.
With our Love,
Joanne Koegl says:
February 21, 2010
Rick, I am so sorry for you and your family at the loss of your dad, I only knew him by how you talked so lovingly about him, I love these photos of him. I send you love and prayers to get you through this time. I want to especially address your mom since I too sadly knew what it was to lose a husband I loved so deeply. Mrs. Rivadeneyra: I unfortunately only had 8 1/2 years with Mike so to read 55 years what a blessing! But 8 years, 55 years…it is never long enough when you lose your partner. If I can give you one bit of advice is to be strong because Ray would want you to be, your love for him will help you walk through this very “despair” feeling time but you will get through it. You know he is at peace somewhere that we only count on that is “MAGICAL”, it is those that are left behind that suffer the most…hold onto the wonderful 55 years of memories, your children and grandchildren. You have so many reasons to live and enjoy this incredible life that is fragile, beautiful, painful, challenging, yet filled with many gifts. You and Ray were gifts to each other and now you carry on as the matriarch and the gift you are to your family. I pray you find comfort and I know right now it is one second at a time but trust that it does get easier with time and love.
My prayers are with the Rivadeneyra family.
Joanne Koegl a friend of Rick’s
Lynda Cook says:
February 21, 2010
Shirley and family, I was so sorry to hear about Ray. I know he was the light of your lives and his memory will last forever.
Mary Anne Adriance says:
February 21, 2010
Shirley and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and wishing you God’s peace and comfort, at this sad time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Mary Rapprich says:
February 21, 2010
Shirley & Family,
Such a hugh loss. I know you will miss Ray Dad, Grandfathervery much. He enjoyed life,and I enjoyed being in his company. Many thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Mary Rapprich