Obituary of Nicholas M. Rivera

Nicholas M. Rivera, age 34, of Fiskdale died Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Tufts Medical Center Boston surrounded by loved ones after complications waiting for a heart transplant. Mr Rivera was born October 7, 1989 in Southbridge, MA. Predeceased by his Dad Michael J. Rivera in 2010. He is survived by his mother Susan (Rock) Rivera of Webster; Fiancé Felicia Witt of Fiskdale and her two sons Oliver and Gavin; one brother Alexander Rivera, his companion Paige Johnson and his niece Rylee of Oxford; Grandmother, Mary A Rock of Dudley; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and countless friends across the first responder community. He graduated from SHRHS 2008. Nick was a former member of Dudley Fire , Webster Rescue, Community Fire in Thompson and a current member of Holland Fire . Employed by RIBI/USENTRA for the past 7 years Nick worked security for most of his life. He loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed fishing, sports and movies. He had an eye for classic cars especially his Aunt Holly’s ‘58 Biscayne “Baby”. Helping came natural to him and he was quick to forgive others. He had a way of lighting up a room. Many will remember him for his gigantic heart. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 am on Friday, March 8 at St. Louis Church, 14 Lake St., Webster, MA Burial will be in St. Joseph Garden Of Peace Cemetery, Webster.Calling hours will be Thursday, March 7 from 5 to 8 PM at Bartel Funeral Home, 33 Schofield Avenue, Dudley . Flowers may be sent or family suggests donations to the American Heart Association. www.bartelfuneralhome