Dolores Diana Rivera, 46, of Waco passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2015, after a courageous 4 year battle with cancer.
Celebration of Life Service: 6PM Friday, October 30th at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel.
Dolores was an Independence Day baby, born on July 4, 1969, in Houston, Texas to Rudolfo and Christene Apodaca Rivera. She graduated from MacArthur Senior High School and went on to attend secretarial school at the Bradford School of Business. Raised catholic, Dolores’ faith remained a strong part of her life and offered her great encouragement in the last few years with her cancer fight. Dolores never gave up on finding a cure for her cancer, she was determined that she would be able to continue helping others and living life to its fullest. She was known for her big heart and willingness to help anyone. That passion for others was a driving force in her long 20 year career with the United States Postal Service. Dolores was stationed at the China Spring Post Office and became a fixture in the community. You could always count on her smiling face at the counter and her helpful attitude. Upon her passing the postal flag at the China Spring station was lowered to half-staff in Dolores’ honor and will later be given to her family. Dolores married the love of her life, James Richard Castro, on December 6, 2001. They had spent over 26 years together, working hard and building their life together. Dolores is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, grandmother and her namesake, Dolores R. Rivera, grandfather, Medardo Rivera and her maternal grandparents, Pauline Y. Apodaca and Joseph Apodaca.
Dolores leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband, James Castro; son Aidan Castro; her trusted side kick, Chuwy; parents, Rudolfo and Christene Rivera; sisters, Pauline Cantu and her husband David, Angela Vargas and her husband Max; nephews, Tristian Cantu and Lorenzo Vargas; father and mother-in-law, Jesus and Soledad Castro; along with a host of other loving family members and friends. Dolores’ loving heart and kind smile will be truly missed.
The family wants to offer a very special thank you to the Providence ICU Nurses, the China Spring community, her extend family at U.S.P.S., and the Capital Key Stone Group.
Honorary pallbearers will be: James French, Eddie Hurtado, David Cantu, Everett Wiley, Anthony Garcia, Jesse Castro Jr., Matthew Castro, Marty Apodaca, and China Spring Family.
Thoughts and memories may be shared with the family at www.lakeshorefuneralhome.com.
Contact Information:
Lake Shore Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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To my dear friend, I will miss you terribly. I know you are on your safe journey now.
I am so sorry James and Aiden. I will miss your mom, sister, aunt and friend to so many. She was a very special friend to me. We would laugh about our lives being alike in the way that we were the middle child. We would talk about our siblings and family and how we were affected, and then laugh about it all. Dolores was always laughing and smiling even when she didn’t feel good. She was such a great listener too. We talked about her cancer and worries for yall. She would tell us stories of you Aiden and Chewy how smart you are. She loved you and your dad very much.
I will miss you my dear friend and until we meet again.
Cindy
James, I just wanted to let you know my thoughts and my prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. Nothing I can say will ease your pain but just wanted you to know I am thinking of you. Heaven received another Angel Sunday morning. Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss. Please know that we are here for you.
It’s been an honor and a privilege knowing Dolores. I never saw her without a smile. James and Aiden, please know, that while I haven’t known you long. I will be there for anything you need. You know how to reach me. I will pray you all find the comfort you need and deserve at this time. Try to take comfort in knowing how much you both are loved. I will miss Dolores so much.
Our sincere condolences on your loss.
Dolores was a very special person and we too shall miss her.
James and Aiden sorry for your loss. Delores was a special friend to my family especially my mom “Sam”. I’m sure going to miss that laugh of Delores. I will keep ya in my prayers. God Bless you and family
There are no words to express the pain of losing a loved one. I would like to offer my deepest condolences to all the family and friends. While you keep her memories close to your hearts, I hope you can find some comfort in the words of Isaiah 25:8: “He will swallow up death forever, And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces.” God understands our sorrow, and will soon get rid of all death and suffering. (Revelation 21:3,4)
I only knew Delores from the C.S. Post office going in as a regular customer. I am sadden of her passing. I want Delores’s family know that I am sorry for your loss. She was always do very nice to me
Dolores was first my co-worker at the China Spring post office, then she was my friend; then cancer, hers then mine, bonded us in a way only fellow survivors can. I will miss her greatly. She was a light in this world that will continue to shine brightly through the memories we all share.
James and Aidan, we pray for your comfort as you learn to live without her here. We are all ready and willing to help in any way we can. Remember her smile and laughter. Even on the bad days she was an inspiration shining bright.
We love you guys. Praying for all the family and friends who will miss her.
My family and I have known Dolores, James and Aidan through her sister, Angie. We were in boys scouts together. Dolores always had a smile on her face. Our thoughts and prayers are with James, Aidan, Angie and the entire family. May God comfort you during this difficult loss.
Dolores’ loving heart and kind smile will be truly missed by all that was lucky enough to know her.
So sorry for your loss, She was a Great Lady.
James my condolences to you and your family She was a very sweet person and will be missed by all my prayers are with you and your family. May God give you strength and walk with you through these trying times and know that you have a special angel looking over you . God bless you and yours
I am very saddened to hear about Dolores. I knew Dolores from the China Spring Post Office, and she was always so nice and helpful to me. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers will be with the Family during this difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy.
Aidan, I am sorry for your loss. I remember in elementary school you always said you loved your mom and always said your mom was the best. You now have the best guardian angel watching over you. God will watch over you and your dad. I am here for you if you need me and you are in my prayers.
Your friend,
Santiago Hernandez
WE ARE SO SORRY TO READ OF YOUR LOSS. I KNOW THAT YOU TO HAD A VERY SPECIAL LOVE FOR EACH OTHER. I REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES WE ALL HAD TOGETHER. WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Dearest Cousins, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the Lord give you comfort, strength and peace. We will always cherish the memories of our Beautiful cousin Dolores.
Prayers for all for Delores D. Rivera ‘s family My Our Heavenly Father console your hearts and give you peace and know she is at peace God bless you all Rudy so sorry for your loss Peace be with you
Thank Tou Mrs.Delores for always being so kind you will be truly missed Love Eric,LaMarrion and I
I will never forget the first day Dolores knocked on the door and I let her in to work at the China Spring Post Office. That first day on the job, she and I worked together sorting mail, I knew she was special. I will never forget all the laughs we shared over the years, we saw a lot of workers come and go. Our birthday’s were so close together, we would just have one big party for us both. Those were some good times. But the best is yet to come…..
I can only imagine what it will be like to be surrounded by the glory of God. You have arrived in your eternal home – Heaven. Your work here is done. I will see you again, sweet friend.
“Blessed are those who morn, for they shall be comforted”. Matt. 5:4
James: I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife Dolores. You both fought so hard to beat her disease and she was so couragous in her fight. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
James and Aiden,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dolores. I so enjoyed her enthusiasm and happy smiling face at Boy Scout meetings. She will truly be missed. Prayers for you both and your family.
I was out of town last week and just found out about Dolores. So sorry to hear the news. I met Dolores at the CS Post Office and she was the most nicest, friendly and helpful person. Thoughts and prayers for her family during this time.
I am so saddened to hear the loss of Dolores. I only knew her just a little bit, but I never forgot her. She was an awesome person who had such a great spirit, and always smiling ,generous and helpful.
To James, Aiden, and her mom…as well as the entire earthly family, just keep in mind Dolores is free now . No more pain and suffering .She is not here physically but she is here spiritually. The angels in heaven are rejoicing ,,,They got a good one ! I love y’all and take care .
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY!
I always enjoyed seeing Dolores’s sweet smile, everywhere I would see her she would always have a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed. How Blessed I am to have known her, to see her smile just brightened my day! God Bless your Family and know that she is an Angel watching over all of you.