Still Here
Portrait of Carmen Esther Rivera
In Eternal Memory

Carmen Esther Rivera

1939 — 2026

Paterson, NJ

Carmen Esther Rivera passed away on March 14, 2026. She was born on October 9, 1939, in Maricao, Puerto Rico, the daughter of Teleforo Soto and Anatolia Padilla.

A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Carmen is survived by her eldest daughter, Elsie Collazo, along with her six grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She taught strength and always promoted love among her family. She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

May she rest in light and peace.

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