Huey Rivers, Jr. was born to Ruth Elizabeth (Harris) and Huey Rivers on December 1, 1942 in Chillicothe, Ohio. He was ELEVATED to glory on Thursday, July 25, 2019.
Huey married Cynthia J. Elam on July 29 of 1995. The two met and married at Rhema Christian Center. Together, they traveled, served on the mission field, enjoyed going to movies, learning about gemstones and listening to music. Even in challenging times the two could be found sharing a laugh. The love this kindhearted man had for his wife was undeniable.
He graduated in 1961 from Chillicothe High School. He earned many certifications in marksmanship and military leadership. He studied martial arts under his brother, Sensi Michael Rivers and earned his Black Belt.
Huey served with the United States Marine Corps. He was proud to serve as the Post Master General where his unit was charged with delivering the mail to the Marines. He was such a prized football player that he was temporarily transferred from Vietnam back to Japan to represent the Marine Corps in a Divisional Championship game. Huey was Honorably Discharged from the Marine Corps as an E-5 Sergeant. He later served with the Army National Guard of Ohio and was Honorably Discharged as a Staff Sergeant in 1973.
Huey loved the Lord! He was a faithful member of Rhema Christian Center for 30 years, where he served as a teacher in Children of Destiny. He also taught family and friends at various home fellowships. Huey was humbly Commissioned by his church in the Majoring in Men ministry where Manhood and Christ-likeness are synonymous. The founder of The Joshua-David Ministries, Huey faithfully taught The Word of God both locally and in Dominican Republic under Hannah Ministries. Huey Enjoyed Every Aspect of life to the Fullest!
Even after suffering a major stroke that confined him to a wheelchair for the latter part of his life, Huey worshiped The Lord until the end. He didn’t complain about his condition, but instead regularly expressed his appreciation to those who aided him from day to day. Everyone knows his famous thumbs-up!
Huey was proceeded in death by his parents Ruth and Huey Rivers, Sr; his son, Jeffrey Stuart Cousins; and his brother, Michael D. Rivers. He will be missed and remembered by his wife, Cynthia J. Rivers; his sisters, Ruth Elaine Rhodes of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Marilyn (Andrew) Prather of Germantown, Maryland, Karen (Larry) Scott of Columbus, Ohio; his brother, David (Brenda) Rivers of New Albany, Ohio; his sister-in-law, Sherrie Rivers of Westerville, Ohio; his in-laws, the Elam family of Troy, Ohio; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation 10AM and Funeral Service 11AM Thursday, August 1, 2019 at Rhema Christian Center, 2100 Agler Rd. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST. To read the complete obituary, order flowers and to offer condolences to the RIVERS Family.
To the family of Brother Huey Rivers Jr.
We extend our deepest condolences and prayers at this most difficult time. We pray for your strength, peace and comfort to be delivered by the Angels sent from the Heavens.
Cindy, my heart and support is with you in this time. You have displayed Strength, Grace and Courage like no other. You’re continually in my prayers. Whatever you need is yours. I’m just a phone call away
Cindy I am so sorry to learn of your husband passing. Please know my heart is with you during this most difficult time ❤️
What a lovely description of a life well- lived! I trust that we will see our loved ones again in Heaven. My heartfelt sympathy to you, Cindy, as you go through this difficult time.
Your friend Ann
Cindy,
Sorry for your loss! May God give you that peace that only he can give.
Sending love and prayers to Aunt Cindy from your great neice Shaniqua and family. May God give you piece in this time.
To Sister Ruth and Family,
Remembering you and Huey from high school at CHS. Huey wore a constant smile, always cheerful and kind. May God bless and comfort you in these difficult days, knowing our Lord will never leave or forsake you. Yours in Christ,
Cindy, Gary and I just learned of Huey’s passing.
Please know that our hearts and love go out to you.
We are praying the comfort of our God the ultimate comforter be with you, and His peace which surpasses all understanding guard your heart and mind thru Christ Jesus,
Rest in His Presence Huey
Grace and Peace
Apostle Gary and Pastor Tosca Smith and The Remnant Church Family
Hi Mrs. Rivers,
I am so sorry to hear about Huey, I just heard about his passing from a friend.
Huey and I went through Marine boot camp together with 2 of his friends from Chillicothe – Mason and Lynch, sorry I don’t remember their first names.
I looked up to Huey because he had great character.
Sweet Cindy,
I am sorry for your loss. You and Brother Huey were great Mentors to Cleveland and I.
Just relocated back to Columbus and heard about your loss.
Dear Cindy: Today, as I was thinking about some of the gifted teachers that Eddie and I enjoyed and admired while we led the Children’s Ministry at Rhema, Huey, came to mind. He was the perfect balance of a man of God who could show the love of Christ while exemplifying the virtue of having a focused mind and disciplined spirit. We miss him, as we know that you do, also. It has been 3 years, but it seems like we just saw him with you in church! May the happy memories of years gone by, comfort you, today!