Celso Rivera

April 6, 1949 - January 12, 2024.

Celso Rivera was born on April 6, 1949 in Nuevo Leon Mexico to parents Luis Rivera and Natividad Mata.  He passed away on January 12, 2024.

Celso was married to his beloved wife Lourdes Rivera.  Celso worked in the pool construction business until his retirement.  When he was not at work, he loved to hang out with his buddy/grandson Cruz and spend time with his family.  Celso was the sweetest man you will ever know and most people would describe him as very friendly, caring, considerate and giving.  He was a very hardworking man and will be greatly missed by everyone.

He is preceded in death by his wife: Lourdes Rivera; his parents: Luis Rivera and Natividad Mata; his brothers: Pepe and Joaquin Rivera.

He is survived by his brothers Juan and Jose Luis Rivera, son: Luis Francisco Giovanni Rivera; daughter: Alexandrina Villa (Jose Villa), daughter in Law Gloria Rivera; grandchildren: Amanda Marie Castillo, Cruz Antonio Rivera, Christopher Castillo Jr., Nicandro Villa, Joe Villa, Prisma Villa, Emily Labori.  Great Grandchildren: Carina Castillo, Chris Castillo Jr., Giovanni Castillo, Nicandro JT Villa, Savanna Villa, Julianna Villa, and Madeline Villa.

Please join family and friends for viewing and visitation on

Thursday, January 18, 2024 from 3:00 - 6:00PM at

Jeter & Son Chapel, 4830 W. Illinois Ave, Dallas, Texas.