Joshua A. Rivers

GARDNER – Joshua Rivers, 30, beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, uncle and friend, died of unknown causes Thursday, September 22, 2016 in Heywood Hospital, Gardner.

He was born in Worcester on August 11, 1986, son of Robert and Nancy (Charlonne) Rivers of Rindge, NH.  Joshua grew up in Gardner and graduated from Gardner High School in 2004.

Joshua had worked various jobs, mostly in construction.  Most recently, until the time of his death, he worked at Garlock Printing and Converting in Gardner.  Joshua was well loved by many people; he was loyal to a fault.  He would give you the shirt off his back, but would not ask for help when he needed it.  Joshua loved the outdoors, whether it was mountain climbing, hiking or riding a bike.

In addition to his parents, he leaves his brother, Rob Rivers Jr of Athol, his twin sister, Kimberly Rivers of Syracuse, NY; his only nephew, Alliance of Rindge, NH; his paternal grandparents, Jim and Rosemary Blair of Winchendon; his maternal grandfather, Gerald Charlonne of Jaffrey, NH; his maternal grandmother Elizabeth Blanchette of Rindge and many aunts, uncles, cousins and a large number of friends.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 12 Noon in Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon.  The Rev. Thomas Peragallo will officiate.  Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Winchendon.

Calling hours in the funeral home are Wednesday, September 28, 2016 from 10 AM to Noon preceding the funeral.

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