HUDSON FALLS -Arthur R. Rivers, Sr., 54, of Parry St., after a courageous battle with cancer, he went into the arms of the Lord, with his family by his side on Tuesday, May 17, 2016.
Born on February 3, 1962, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Roland and Geraldine (Brown) Rivers.
On October 20, 1979, he married Tina Winney in Fort Edward.
Art enjoyed hunting and fishing, riding his Harley and helping others. He was particularly fond of his dogs, Shelby, Princess and Elsa. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his beloved grandchildren and was looking forward to the arrival of a new grandson, due in August. He also enjoyed playing pool in his pool league with his son for many years.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Skip Rivers and his sister Angel Rivers.
In addition to his wife of 36 years, Tina Rivers of Hudson Falls; Art is survived by a daughter, Amanda Benson and her husband Brian of Fort Ann; his sons, Arthur R. Rivers Jr. and his wife, Deidre of Fort Edward and Nathan Benson of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren Jazmin Barrett, Gavin Benson and Skye Benson; his sisters and brothers, Nancy Winney and her husband, Clarence of Hudson Falls, Tammie Rivers and her companion Kevin Whiting of Hudson Falls, Billy Rivers of South Glens Falls, Tina Goodell and her husband, Kevin of Hudson Falls and Duane Rivers and his companion Kristina Preece of Hudson Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.
Graveside services will take place 9 a.m. on Saturday, at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.
Arts family gives special thanks to Clara Laplant for her compassion and caring during Art’s final days.
May God be with you to comfort you all during this difficult time.
God Bless.
The Catone Family
Love you guys! You will certainly be misses by all Art!! So glad I got to meet your amazing family, including those amazing pups! I pray for the Rivers families strength!
Tina, May God bless u and comfort u, at this time. Have Comfort knowing he is in no pain and is in a much better place. My prayers are with u. Ann Powers
We are deeply saddened by the news of Arthur Rivers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Delsole family
Tina and family. So sorry to hear the passing of Art. He was a very good man and touched the hearts of anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Fly with the Angels buddy and you will be missed.