Reinaldo Maldonado-Rivera was born on Jun 27, 1952 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico his parents were Gloria Rivera and Julio Maldonado. He married Marla Mulet on April 22, 1972 with whom he had three daughters ; Iris Zoraya, Fantina Cosette and Jokasta Michelle.
He is survived by his grandchildren Anthony Jr, Alexander Joel, Vanessa Nicole, Esther Anais and Alejandra Paola. He was the fourth of six brothers: Julio Maldonado, Maria Negron and Valentin Maldonado who also are in heaven. Carmen Ruperto and Adrian Maldonado who survive him.
He stands out in his years as a man of God and pastor of the Christian Church Walking with Jesus.
In the public sector he was a math teacher for more than 20 years, he also worked for the United States IRS insurance and was insurance salesman in Puerto Rico.
His life and passion were his God who he was addicted to, his family who he love and care for and his homeland which he dedicated poems and songs on several occasions.
At thirty-five years old, he found the treasure that al nations desire, Jesus Christ, came into his life. He dies on February 10, 2020 and today at 67 he celebrates with joy to be before God's presence.