Melvin was a native of Napoleonville, a resident of Maurepas, a roofer and construction worker by trade and he passed away June 7, 2018 in Prairieville at the age of 55. There will be a visitation for Melvin at Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM with a celebration of Melvin's life to be held at 6:30 PM celebrated by Pastor Terry Lobell followed by cremation. Melvin is survived by his mother: Elter Ann Rivere Therrien, daughter: Sara Jean Fitzpatrick, 2 sisters: Vickie Rivere and Lena Sonnier, 3 brothers: Tracy Joseph Rivere, Stacy Rivere and Daniel Rivere. Melvin is preceded in death by his father: Nelvin Felix Rivere, 2 sisters: Lisa Rivere and Jeanie Rivere and 1 brother: Simon Rivere. Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales is in charge of the arrangements. To offer condolences to the family you may visit www.oursofh.com.