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Joseph Edward Rivers Sr.

1941 - 2020

Joseph Edward Rivers Sr. obituary, 1941-2020, Charleston, SC

BORN

1941

DIED

2020

Joseph Rivers Obituary

Joseph Edward Rivers, Sr. ATLANTA, GA - Joseph Edward (Snookie) Rivers, Sr.78, of Atlanta, GA, born December 8, 1941 entered eternal rest on Monday, August 3, 2020. He was a native of Charleston, SC, and relocated to Atlanta, GA in 1997. He was the son of the late Thomas and the late Elnora Rivers. Joe was most notably known as the Big band Leader for the Royal Entertainers Band in the Charleston and Low Country area from the late 1950's through the late 1970's In addition to his parents, Joseph was preceded in death by three siblings, William Rivers, Harold Rivers and Thomas Rivers and a daughter, Cynthia Ancrum. He is survived by his children: Joseph E. Rivers, Jr (Kimberly), Derrick D. Rivers, (Ericka), Nicole Clements, April Rivers, Gina Rivers, Richard Rivers, and Sonya Medina. Siblings, Naomi Cook (Richard), Eleanor Wright, Lucille Toomer, Elizabeth Brown, Anthony Rivers, Doris Rivers, Gloria Rivers and David Rivers. Sisters in law, Albertha Rivers and Beverly Rivers 15 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Professional services have been entrusted to Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services. Due to COVID19 restrictions a private memorial service will be held August 15, 2020 at Kingdom Hall in Atlanta, GA. Live streaming services will be available. Please email [email protected] for a link. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 11 to Aug. 12, 2020.

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Berte Mack

August 14, 2020

Joseph Rivers was a kind, dedicated, and religious man. He took care of my mother Sarah Avery for many years. I will always remember his kindness and knowledge. Rest in Peace, Joe

Joe Jr

August 13, 2020

Missing my Dad, my Bud, and my counselor so much already. Rest in power Chief. You will forever be in my heart and mind.

Naomi Cook

August 12, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful brother. We will love you and miss you always.

Kristyn, Kolby, and Kennedy Rivers

August 12, 2020

Rest in eternal power Pah Pah Snookie. We will miss you but never forget you.

Krissy, Kolby and Kennedy

Rosalyn Guest

August 12, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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