Pastor Guillermo Rivera Texidor, 70, of East Hartford passed away peacefully on January 2, 2021. Guillermo was born in Puerto Rico on November 28, 1950, the son of the late Guillermo Rivera and Ana Texidor. Guillermo proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during which he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Rifle Marksman. After returning home, Guillermo would later meet and marry his loving wife, Nilda Tirado. Guillermo and Nilda ultimately settled in East Hartford. Guillermo was a proud and devoted husband, father, and friend to all that were blessed to know him
Guillermo enjoyed spending time with his family, both in and out of the Iglesia Pentecostal Jehova Es Mi Luz, where he served as a beloved Pastor. Aside from his family, Guillermo’s passions included being a rabid fan of the New York Yankees and the New York Giants (go Big Blue!).
Guillermo will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Nilda, sons and daughter, Guillermo Jose, Edwin, Kelenlu, Abdiel, and Guillermo, grandchildren, Liam Rivera, Jahir Phillips, Naija Phillips, Elijah Rivera and Dyani Rivera, as well as countless friends and members of the community.
Guillermo’s family would like to thank all who have reached out in support including family and friends, as well as the extended Iglesia Pentecostal Jehova Es Mi Luz family. Guillermo was so much fun to be around and his guests were always guaranteed to have the best time in his company. He will be forever missed by all those who knew and loved him.
A burial service with military honors will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Newkirk & Whitney Funeral Home at 9:00 AM, followed by a burial at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Hartford, CT. If attending, please be cognizant of social distancing and masks will be required to be worn while in the funeral home and at the cemetery in order to ensure the safety and health of all in attendance. Newkirk & Whitney Funeral Home is assisting with the services. To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.newkirkandwhitney.com
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