Natividad Rivera Tolentino

In Loving Memory of Natividad Rivera Tolentino

August 3, 1956 – September 4, 2026

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Natividad Rivera Tolentino, who peacefully departed this life on September 4, 2026, at the age of 70.

Natividad was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and cherished member of her family. She will always be remembered for the love she gave, the memories she created, and the special place she held in the hearts of those who knew her. Her presence brought love and warmth to her family, and her memory will continue to live on through the generations.

Natividad leaves behind her beloved children, son Orlando Espinoza Rivera and daughter Yahaira Espinoza Rivera, who will forever carry her love and memory in their hearts.

She is also lovingly remembered by her siblings: Ismael Rivera, Ramona Rivera, Angel “Pistola” Rivera, Salvador Rivera, Gloria Lopez, and Jose Rivera.

Her legacy continues through her cherished grandchildren: Yodalys, Ariel, Darell, Raymon, Odalys, Joniel, Jhaziel, Lemuel, and Yhailys, as well as her precious great-grandchildren, Zoe and Thiago.

Though Natividad is no longer with us in person, the love she shared with her family will never fade. She will live on in the stories told, the memories treasured, and the hearts of every person whose life she touched.

May she rest peacefully, forever surrounded by love.

Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever remembered.

A wake will be held on Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 5pm-8pm at Colonial Funerals, 86 Circular Avenue, Hamden, CT. Condolences may be expressed at Colonialfunerals.com.