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July 26, 2013
Stanley Arthur Rivers

Niagara Gazette

NIAGARA FALLS — Stanley Arthur Rivers, age 94, of Niagara Falls, NY, entered into rest on Thursday, July 25, 2013. Stanley was born, July 22, 1919, in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of the late William and Liza Rivers. He married Jettie Grey Painter on March 18, 1943, at St. Paul's Methodist Church, Niagara Falls, NY. He attended local schools and was a member of the former St Paul's Methodist Church. He joined the Civilian Conservation Corp in 1937. Stanley was a World War II Army veteran in the Pacific Theater and was a chemical operator for 31 years at E.I. DuPont's Niagara Falls facility, retiring in 1981. In retirement he was a member, and served as Exalted Ruler, of local Lodge #346 of the Benevolent Order of the Elks. He was also an active bowler and golfer, and was a member of numerous retirement leagues.

He is survived by his spouse of 70 years and two sons, James (Michelle) Rivers of Oakland, CA and Kenneth Rivers, Aliso Viejo, CA; and three grandchildren, Sally (Andrew) Robinson, San Leandro, CA, Kelly Rivers, San Francisco, CA, and Joshua Rivers, Oakland, CA. He was one of six siblings and is survived by his sister, Rita Miller of Wheatfield, and preceded by Edward Rivers, Marie Dury, Margaret Steele and Dorothy Wojton.

In accordance with Stanley's wishes, there will be no prior visitation. A private service will be held at the family's convenience. Interment will be at the family plot in Niagara Falls Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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Stanley married PAINTER, Jettie Grey on 18 Mar 1943 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Jettie (daughter of PAINTER, Richard and Effie Mae) was born on 1 Jan 1924 in Adamsville, Jefferson County, AL; died on 10 Nov 2013 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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November 12, 2013
Jettie Grey Rivers

Niagara Gazette

NIAGARA FALLS —
Jettie Grey (Painter) Rivers, age 89, entered into rest on November 10, 2013. Jettie was born on January 1, 1924 in Adamsville, AL, the daughter of the late James Richard Painter and Effie Mae Painter.
She attended school in Alabama. She married Stanley Arthur Rivers, March 18, 1943 at St. Paul's Methodist Church in Niagara Falls.
She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, bowling, playing cards and dominoes, baking, canning and gardening. She took great pride in growing vegetables and sharing them with her neighbors and friends. Her zucchini nut bread was enjoyed by many. She was also involved with her sons' school and Boy Scout activities. She worked part-time as a banquet waitress at Niagara Hotel and Niagara Country Club. She also was a member, and served as the publicity chairperson of the Elk's Women's Organization at Local Lodge #348. For over 50 years, Jettie was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, one of Niagara Falls' oldest congregations prior to 2006.
She was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Stanley Arthur Rivers, on July 25, 2013. She is survived by her two sons, James (Michelle) Rivers of Oakland, CA and Kenneth Rivers of Laguna Beach, CA; and three grandchildren, Sally (Andrew) Robinson of San Leandro, CA, Kelly Rivers of San Francisco, CA and Joshua Rivers of Oakland, CA. She was one of six siblings and is predeceased by William Painter, Dennis Painter, Cora Lee Estell, Mary Jo Dillard and Elizabeth Hodder, all from Alabama.
In accordance with Jettie's wishes, there will be no prior visitation. A private service will be held at the family's convenience. Interment will be at the family plot in Niagara Falls Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements are being entrusted to Lane Funeral Home, Inc., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY.
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William + WARD, Elizabeth. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Richard + Effie Mae. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]