Elisa Rivas

Elisa Rivas obituary, Miami, AZ

Elisa Rivas

Elisa Rivas Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Griffith Mortuary - Kearny on Jul. 10, 2025.

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Elisa Rivas was born in Copan, Honduras December 8th, 1937 and She passed away July 10th 2025, in Globe, Arizona.
She was a beloved sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and wonderful friend to everyone. Elisa is survived by her 6 daughters: Dina Rodriguez, Nelly Rodriguez, Miriam Avelar (Jay), Edith Rodriguez, Blanca Andino (Oswen) and Jaqueline Galway (Corey); her grandchildren: Giselda Villeda (Nicholas), Alex Villeda (Fernanda), Bessy Villeda (Cladyson), Edwin Hernandez (Sayda) David Hernandez (Heather), Matthew Avelar (Emerson); Her great grandchildren: Rachelle Morel, Michelle Castaneda, Timothy Castaneda, Thiago Villeda, Axel Villeda, Claydssie Pasos, Bryan Hernandez, Lucas Mateo Hernandez and Lou Avelar.
Her family was the love of her life. She put everyone before herself and lived to serve others, not to be served. Her life was full of love, She was a hero, a confidant, friend and most importantly the pillar of the family, keeping everyone together, no matter what.
She was the mayor in the town of Zacapa, Santa Barbara, Honduras. Elisa was a business woman with a heart of gold that served her community with love and care. She would go by the nickname 'Ojitos Tapatios' because of the beautiful colour of her eyes. She was our angel on earth with a pure heart and a love that lasts forever.
She is bringing with her our love, our heart and our tears. She will be dearly missed forever. We will miss you terribly and love you forever, until we see you again, our precious mother. You are flying on angel's wings in God's paradise. May God Bless You.
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