Arnaldo Rivera Rodriguez

Arnaldo was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He was deeply devoted to his family, his faith, and his community. He worked for many years with the Department of Transportation in Puerto Rico before moving to Florida in 1991, where he continued serving others through his work with Our Lady of the Lakes and J&J Security Services.

A faithful member of St. Clare Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, Arnaldo lived a life rooted in kindness, generosity, service, and faith. He enjoyed cooking, music, collecting coins, and collecting 101 Dalmatian figurines—simple joys he loved sharing with those around him.

He is survived by his children and their wives, Arnaldo and Yadhira, Miguel and Elizabeth, Jorge and Damaris, and José and Ingrid; his nine grandchildren, Arnaldo, Steven, Andrés, Kiara, Daniel, Javier, Ethan, Adriana, and Sofía; and his two great-grandchildren, Liliana and Arnaldo Adrian. He also shared a lifelong bond with his siblings, several of whom survive him, while others have gone before him.

A Visitation will be held on May 8, 2026, from 4:00 PM until the time of the Funeral Mass at 5:00 PM at St. Clare Catholic Church, 2961 Day Road, Deltona, Florida 32738. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in his memory.

Arnaldo will be remembered for his warmth, strong work ethic, welcoming spirit, and the love he gave so freely.