Worcester – Joseph L. Rivera Jr., 36, passed away in his home on Saturday, August 26, 2023.
He is survived by his son, Julian Rivera of Worcester; his mother, Maria A. Aldea of Worcester; his father, Joseph L. Rivera Sr. of Manchester, NH; his girlfriend, Meagan Monteiro of Taunton; Three brothers, Jesus Rivera of Leominster, Steven Rivera of Worcester and Ricardo Sims of Worcester; Two sisters, Evelisa Rivera and Leilany Rivera both of Worcester; Two brother in laws James Cole of Leominster and Anthony Rivera of Worcester, a grandmother Linda Mintz many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mr. Rivera was currently working as a warehouse clerk but previously work with his father as an auto body technician for many years at D & B Auto Body.
Joseph was talented at writing freestyle lyrics and took great enjoyment in rapping with his friends. He was a skilled writer and drawer and could often be found customizing cars or fishing.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Friday, September 8, from 5 to 8 PM in the Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home 12 Hammond St. Worcester. A prayer service will be held at 7 PM.
To share a memory of Joseph or to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.Royfuneral.com