Carmen L. (Flores) Rivas, age 86, passed away on May 3, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 22, 1938 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, daughter of the late Eladio and Paula (Vega) Flores. Carmen worked as a seamstress for many years before she retired. Carmen had a heart of gold. She loved helping people, shopping and most of all spending time with her family. She is predeceased by her husband Julio Rivas-Rosado; her daughter Elsa and two sisters Minga and Patricia Flores. She is survived by four sons, Raynaldo Custodio and his wife Yayi of FL, Roberto Custodio of Springfield, Rafael Custodio of Springfield and Julio Rivas and his Fiancé Keisha Adams of Springfield; one daughter, Mary Marrero and her husband Joe of NY; 22 grandchildren and many beloved great grandchildren. Calling hours will be held on the morning of the funeral, Friday, May 10, 2024, from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at the Grise Funeral Home, 280 Springfield St, Chicopee followed by an in house Prayer Service at 11:00 AM. Burial will take place in Calvary Cemetery, Chicopee. For online condolences, please visit www.GriseFH.com.