Sarah Bond Rivera is the wife of respected paranormal investigator Dan Rivera, who recently passed away aged 54, while on tour in Gettysburg, find out more about her below
Dan was known for his deep involvement in the paranormal community, and he had built a legacy through his work with the New England Society for Psychic Research.
His sudden death has left his wife, Sarah Bond Rivera, their four children, and several of his colleagues devastated.
Who is Sarah Bond Rivera, wife of Annabelle Doll handler Dan Rivera: Bio, age, family, children and job
Rivera, 54, died suddenly Sunday at a hotel in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, hours after finishing a three-day run of his “Devils on the Run Tour” with the Raggedy Ann doll, Annabelle and state police said that nothing unusual or suspicious was observed at the scene but that hasn’t stopped people linking it with the doll and rumors that it’s cursed.
A GoFundMe was started by one of Rivera’s four children, David Rivera, who said the fundraiser would go towards the funeral and memorial services.
Dan Rivera passes away
Samara Rivera, viuda de ‘Rasquiña’, no irá a la cárcel. Un tribunal declaró prescrito el proceso penal por asociación ilícita. La condena de 5 años nunca quedó en firme por los recursos legales de su defensa.
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Renowned paranormal investigator Dan Rivera tragically passed away unexpectedly on Sunday. He sadly passed away while traveling with the “Devil’s on Run” tour, which most notably featured the infamous Annabelle doll and several other haunted objects. According to official reports, hotel staff discovered him unconscious in his room in Gettysburg and immediately called emergency services.
Cause of death
According to official reports, Rivera felt ill hours before retreating to his room and eventually passed away naturally. As of now his exact official cause of death remains pending an autopsy.
Tributes and condolences
Following the tragic news about Dan’s death, Sarah Bond Rivera released a moving statement saying:
We as a family are in pieces… He was the center of this family and a pillar of love and strength.” Dan’s son also shared his grief, calling his father the family’s “pillar of light, strength, and love.”
The New England Society for Psychic Research also expressed their sorrow in an announcement stating:
Dan’s passion for the paranormal was rooted in a genuine desire to educate, help, and connect with others.”
Sarah Bond Rivera biography and age
Tras 5 años de proceso, la Corte de Guayas declaró prescrita la causa contra Samara Rivera, viuda de alias Rasquiña. Queda oficialmente libre de cargos por asociación ilícita. pic.twitter.com/i8ZIMvZefQ
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Sarah Bond Rivera is a seasoned accountant and the devoted wife of the late age 54 Dan Rivera. She is currently aged between 50-55 years and has balanced her professional life with her role as a mother over the years. Sarah is a public figure in her own right and regularly engages with Dan’s fans, often appearing at public events. Behind the scenes, she was a devoted wife and supported her husband in all his endeavors.
Rivera is survived by his wife, Sarah, and son, David and Sarah has been an accountant at Kent C Wahlberg, CPA LLC, in Stratford, Connecticut, since June 1, 2002. She studied accounting and English at the Eastern Connecticut State University and attended Fairfield High School.
Profession and career
Sarah Bond Rivera currently works at the Kent C. Wahlberg law firm. Despite her demanding career, she has remained a steadfast presence in her family’s life and supported Dan throughout his tours and appearances.
Paranormal investigator Dan Rivera dies suddenly at 54 while traveling across the US with the real ‘haunted’ Annabelle doll. pic.twitter.com/1ArYrmvPXW
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Marriage and children
Sarah Bond Rivera and Dan Rivera got engaged on January 9, 2015, and eventually got married on September 19, 2016. Together, the couple had four sons, and they were a very tight-knit family.
Their son, David, describes himself as an entrepreneur, works at Aloha Kia Leeward a car dealership, and lives in Ewa Beach, Hawaii. He’s from Seymour in Connecticut, and he’s in a relationship.
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