Obituary

Richard Vega Rivera, age 62, was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He was the beloved son of Ana Delia Rivera and Virgilio Vega Carabello (deceased), and stepson of Angel L. Perez Rodriguez (deceased). Beloved brother of Angel L. Perez Rivera, Alida Lilly Vega, Gloribel Vega Acevedo, Noraliz Vega Ramon, Migdalia Vega Roman, and many other brothers and sisters. Uncle and cousin of many.

Richard had a large, loving family and group of friends. He was raised and lived in Yauco, Puerto Rico, and Washington Heights in New York, NY. During his younger years, he was somewhat reserved, but he eventually blossomed into a free spirit. He studied in the public school system and graduated with his first degree from B.M.C.C., where he also became an administrator. He continued his learning during the years and eventually got his Real Estate License and his C.P.A. accreditation.

He traveled many continents and even met His Holiness the late Pope John Paul II at the Vatican - it was one of the proudest moments of his life. He always looked for the good in people and was always willing to help.

Richard was a person who would give his shirt to you and always hoped that you would do the same for others when needed. His devout devotion to his religious beliefs were honest and true. He was a person who loved life and lived it to its fullest, never wanting to miss a moment. He was and will always be known as a caring, loving, and straightforward person. He will be truly missed but never forgotten.

A TIme of Remembrance will be held

Friday, July 25th, 7pm

at the CANNON - CATAVOLOS FUNERAL HOME

6953 W130th, Parma Heights

where family and friends will gather from 5-7pm

In lieu of flowers, Richard's family requests donations be made to Trials for Hope, a local nonprofit that provides dignity and hope to those in need. https://www.TrialsforHope.org

Online tributes and condolences may be viewed and expressed at www.C-Cfuneralhome.com

Donations:

Trials for Hope
4321 Bridge Ave., Cleveland OH 44113
Tel: 1-216-920-2205
Email: help@trialsforhope.org
Web: https://trialsforhope.org

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Services

Gathering of Family and Friends

July

25

Cannon - Catavolos Funeral Home

6953 W 130th St, Parma Heights, OH 44130

5:00 - 7:00 pm

Time of Remembrance

July

25

Cannon - Catavolos Funeral Home

6953 W 130th St, Parma Heights, OH 44130

Starts at 7:00 pm

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