Edilberto R. Rivera, Jr., 70, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away June 9, 2026 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born April 20, 1956 in the Philippines to Edilberto Sr. and Angleita Rivera.

Edilberto is survived by his wife of 42 years, Tessie Rivera, his mother Angelita Rivera, his children Neal (Christine) Rivera and Tricia (Jason) Ames, his grandchildren Addison Rivera, Jude Ames, Julia Ames, and the 3rd Ames baby on the way, his siblings Freddie, Ronnie, Ferdie, Sheran, and his many cousins, nieces, and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his father.

A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 12:00pm until 1:00pm with the service commencing at 1:00pm.  Interment will follow the service at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.