To Mary's Son and Mother,  I was deeply sadden to hear of your loss.  Mary was certainly a kind and sweet person, who I really enjoyed knowing.  God Bless and Keep you all, Paulette Jenkins

I'm very saddened to hear of the loss of Mary Ann and would like to express my sincere condolences to the Rivers' family. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

My sincere Condolences to the Rivers Family, I pray God gives you the strength during this time.
God Bless, Carol Dortch

We are grieved beyond expression to learn of your great loss. 
God bless and comfort and keep you in his loving care.

Earle and Seevah Johnson

For MaryAnn's family and friends, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate this difficult journey. May MaryAnn's warmth, spirit, courage, and devotion continue to inspire us.

So sorry for your loss, Maryann was a wonderful person/ cousin, who will be truly missed. Words can not express how I feel right about now. Gone to soon, I know you are shining down on us from heaven. Love always

Mary, I will truly miss our conversations and laughter going way back to the 80's.  I feel so blessed to have known such a strong and courageous you for so many years.  Your kindness, your spirit, such a beautiful person.  I will miss you and love you always.  To Kenny and Kendal, your mother loved you so very much.  Hold on to that and it will sustain your hearts forever!

What a blessing to have had the opportunity to know as a friend,laugh together and sharing hopes and dreams as sisters for part of our lives. What an incredible woman and devoted mother and wife you were. MaryAnn will continue to watch over us all from heaven. Cecilia and family.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

To the family of MaryAnn our prayers go out for comfort and patience during this difficult time.  I was blessed to have the opportunity to have her as a friend (sister) and witnessed the great spiritual strength she maintained on a daily basis.  Your spirit will live on through the countless people whose lives you touched.  May almighty God bless her with the highest status in heaven!


Umar Abdul-Wahhab & Family (Fort Washington, Maryland)

 I cannot express the lost that I am feeling right now you had a long fight God has better place for you. I remember our conversation so clear Linda I am comming to California to see you, the door was always when you wanted to come.  I miss you & love you until we meet again rest in peace.

MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS THE RIVERS FAMILY.  KENNY AND KENDAL YOU HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE BEEN RAISED BY ONE OF THE GREATEST MOTHERS EVER.  CONTINUE TO LEAN ON YOUR FAMILY AND MOST OF ALL GOD TO HELP YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

LOVE ALWAYS

CLARENCE AND JOCELYN ABRAHAM

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Maryann she was truly a blessing and a special gift from God.Maryann, you are such a rare Gem, a great combination of beauty, and laughter. I will forever remember your smile, and your goodwill toward others.Maryann, the  way that you handle being a Mother, Wife, Daughter and Sister, and Friend, during your time of need spoke volumes about the person you truly are.Maryann you are impeccable and remarkable. A woman with great Character, Strength and Resilience. To the Family:Let God be the pilot of your lives, may the peace of God soothe and comfort you all.To the children:Do not give up on your Dreams,goals,or the gifts God has given you. May God bless and keep you all. Sincerely

To the family of Mary Ann Rivers, please accept our prayers of comfort during the loss of Mary Ann... Rember that God will sustain you during your darkest hours.

With love Robert and Brenda Belmont, Paterson New Jersey....

Words can not begin to express what I'm feeling right now.My Sista /friend has left me I remember meeting Mary back in the 80 .she has been my Sista since the first time we meet .Mary just rest now for I know you are tired ,you fought a long battle .I'm just happy I was able to visit with her  when I did ,most of all I was able to sign happy birthday to her  on dec.4th 2013 .as we laughed and her words to me was that is good song Sista ...I love my Mary Mary,.....Love Joyce Brown (Paterson,NJ)

Mary, I can't believe you are gone...you left us too soon.  I feel an emptiness and ache in my heart but I find comfort in knowing you are at peace and will endure no more pain.  You earned your wings and I know God has a special plan for you because you see, you always had goodness in your heart.  You helped others to see the good in people.  You never uttered so much of a whisper of dislike, or negativity always finding positive in every situation and all the while you were a trooper.  Never complaining but always looking out for others especially your family. You are such a beautiful person inside and out and your beautiful soul will be remembered forever.  When I find myself down, I will think of you and how brave you were through your journey and lean on your everlasting spirit.  I ask God to hold your family in his hands especially your boys and help them through this difficult time of losing their mommy.  RIP my beautiful friend.
Michele Neloms

So sad to hear about Mary's passing. She not only was a co-worker, but a great friend who will be missed. You are sadly missed and we are grateful to have had the pleasure of your company!

I love you always and you will forever live in my heart and mind.  Love your lil sis Keysa.  I'll see you when I get there

OBITUARY

Mary Ann Rivers

December 4, 1963 – December 25, 2013

Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service

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