Joel Rives' Memorial Service

Updated: May 22, 2022

Obituary

Age 65

Joel Michael Rives passed away at his Atlanta home on January 7, 2022. He was the son of the late, Dr. John E. Rives and Virginia Mulvey Rives. In addition to his mother, Joel is survived by his siblings John Rives, Paula Rives, Rebecca Thompson, Stephen Rives, and Patrick Rives, and his nephews, Jason Bauer, Kyle Bauer, James Rives, and Michael Rives. His family and numerous friends will miss his thoughtful, unique perspective and his famously serene smile.

Joel grew up in Athens, GA and moved to Atlanta in the mid-1980s. He earned two degrees from the Georgia Institute of Technology and created a successful career programming. He enjoyed many interests with great passion. Those who gathered at his home in Candler Park will remember his hospitality, amazing culinary skill, creative music endeavors, deep philosophical discussions, his warm, engaging nature, and his sincere kindness. He widened the horizon for many people, was a connector of people - sparking many close friendships, and was generous to those in need.

The Memorial Service

The Memorial for Joel Rives was held on Sunday, May 22nd at the Railroad Earth Recording Studio in Atlanta, GA. Some recordings and a video were made and may be shared in the future. If that happens, the link to these will be added to this memorial web page.

(Photo courtesy of Fiona Buttigieg)