Julianita Rivera

McAllen, Texas ~ Julianita Rivera, 53, passed away May 5, 2021 at the McAllen Medial Center . She was born November 16, 1967 in McAllen, Texas to Armando and Maria Francisca (Gonzalez) Salinas. Julianita enjoyed going out, dancing, loved spending time with her grandchildren, and loved family gatherings. She lived life to its fullest. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Julianita is survived by her beloved children: Lisa Marei Rivera, Jose Armando Rivera, Nancy De La Cruz, and Francisca Carolina Cardenas; four siblings and seven grandchildren.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and keeping with social distancing orders, all necessary restrictions will be observed in order to protect the health and safety of those in attendance. Wear face coverings while inside building. Continue to practice social distancing while inside the funeral home chapel. We continue to ask that those at risk or those not feeling well stay home and reach out to the family through our obituary page.

Viewing will be Monday, May 10, 2021 at Rivera Funeral Home,1901 Pecan Blvd. in McAllen from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM with the recital of the Holy Rosary 7:30 PM. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Rivera Funeral Home of McAllen. 

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