Celeste LeBlanc Bertrand
July 8, 2013
Doris N. Autin
July 8, 2013
Derrick D. Rivere, 39, a native of Oceanside, Calif., and resident of Gray, La., died Sunday, June 30, 2103.
Mr. Rivere was a self-taught musician with the band Kerizma. He was born with muscular dystrophy and was diagnosed to be a non-functioning child from birth. As time went by, he booked Kerizma at local bars and clubs, festivals, private events, casinos and as an opening act for many professional groups. He gained the respect and friendship of many and his nonjudgmental disposition offered more than just a smile – it always offered a welcoming feeling to everyone. His first real love was music and the feeling he got from making people happy.
He is survived by his parents, Kenneth Sr. and Carolyn Rivere; grandparents, Harry and Marie Rivere and Hazel Cavalier; daughter, Heaven Rivere; brother, Kenneth Jr. (Lydia) Rivere; and sisters, Renee (Kevin) King and Brittany Rivere.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elwood and Elizabeth Billiot.
Visitation will be 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, at Chauvin Funeral Home with services to follow. (Chauvin)
