Manuel Frank Rivera, Jr.
Manuel Frank Rivera, Jr., of Kekaha, passed away on Jan. 8, 2024, at home at the age of 81. He was born on Feb. 2, 1942, in Kekaha. He was a shipping and receiving manager and a veteran of the U.S. Army.
He was preceded in death by wife Geraldine Rivera, daughter Karen Marie Rivera, parents Manuel Rivera, Sr. and Elizabeth Rivera, sisters Virginia Madera and Ramona Rivera.
He is survived by son Manuel Rivera III of Kekaha, daughter Lesley Rivera of Hilo, one grandchild, one great-grandchild, brothers Vincent Rivera (Luwika) of Hilo, Martin Rivera of Murrieta, California, sister Elizabeth “Didy” Gonsalves of Reno, Nevada, numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
A service will be held at the Garden Island Mortuary in Lawai on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. Visitation is from 9 to 11 a.m. followed by a celebration of life. The family requests casual attire and welcomes flowers.
Garden Island Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
