Luz Angelica Rivera

Luz Angelica “Lucy” Rivera, 72, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 19, 2026.

Born on January 22, 1955, in New York, Lucy was the beloved daughter of the late Luz Maria Burrios and Blas Rivera of Fajardo, Puerto Rico. She was raised between Brooklyn, New York, and Puerto Rico, carrying with her a deep appreciation for family, faith, and community. In 2003, Lucy made Bridgeport, Connecticut, her home.

Lucy was a Christian woman whose faith was an important part of her life. She was a high-spirited, positive, cheerful, loving, and warm-hearted person who had a genuine love for helping others. Her resilience and compassionate spirit touched the lives of many who had the privilege of knowing her. Lucy also devoted her time to volunteering at her Christian Revival Church, where she found joy in serving others and sharing her faith.

Due to ongoing medical conditions, Lucy was retired, but she continued to give of herself through her faith, her kindness, and the love she showed to those around her.

Lucy was the loving mother of Tiffany Santos and Christopher Rodriguez, and the late Steven Santos and Damion Santos. She was also a cherished grandmother to Brandon and Gemma.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Luz Maria Burrios and Blas Rivera; her sisters, Martha Rivera and Gladys Rivera; and her sons, Steven Santos and Damion Santos.

Lucy leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughter, Tiffany Santos; her son, Christopher Rodriguez; her grandchildren, Brandon and Gemma; her siblings and extended family, including Tamango Davila, Henry Davila, Sigfredo Davila, Héctor Davila, José Davila, and Grace Davila; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.

Lucy will be remembered for her joyful spirit, loving heart, unwavering resilience, Christian faith, and the kindness she so freely gave to others. Her presence brought warmth and encouragement to those around her, and her memory will remain in the hearts of her family, friends, and community.

Services will be held on Saturday September 26, 2026 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at Community Funeral Chapels, 798 Park Ave. Bridgeport, CT 06604 Tel: (203)-334-9999 Family and Friends may visitcommunityfuneralchapels.com to share a cherished memory, offer words of comfort, or leave a message of condolence.