Obituary: Francisco Rosario Rivera, 81, of New Haven

Obituary courtesy of Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home:

Francisco Rosario Rivera, 81, of New Haven passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024 at Apple Rehab with his family by his side. He was born May 23, 1942 in Puerto Rico to Francisco Rosario and Anna Rivera. Francisco is survived by loving wife of 63 years, Mirta (Gotay) Rosario and their five devoted children; Ismael Rosario of Florida, Elizabeth Rosario of New Haven, Wuanda Rosario of South Carolina, George Rosario of East Haven and Abigail Vazquez (Leyson) of East Haven. He is also survived by six grandchildren; Krystle Rosario, Brandon Rosario, Tashasua Torres, Yahaira Jackson (Jeffrey), Leyson Vazquez Jr. and Alexis Larrea along with five great grandchildren; Kayla Jackson, Kingston Jackson, Jeziah Vazquez, Elina Larrea and Lucas Larrea.

We are broken-hearted from the death of our father, Francisco Rosario Rivera. He was a committed husband, a wonderful father who loved his children. He was also dearly loved by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Our Dad loved playing his guitar, singing Spanish (Beloro) love songs. He worked hard to provide for his family to give them a better life. Our Dad will forever be deeply missed and loved.

All services and burial are private with the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home (Clancy Funeral Home), 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven CT 06512.

“Daddy, your love is still our guide and though we cannot see you, you will always be by our side”
Love, your family