Iberia County Louisiana Archives Obituaries.....Riviere, George H. - June 28, 1920
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source: New Iberia Enterprise and Independent Observer. (New Iberia, La.)
1902-1944, July 03, 1920, Image 4

GEORGE H. RIVIERE. - It is with deep sorrow and regret that we chronicle the 
unfortunate and sad ending of our fellow-citizen, Mr. George H. Riviere, 
which occurred last Monday morning at 10:30 o'clock. Deceased had been a 
sufferer from an incurable disease for several years, in fact he had become 
so despondent recently over his ailment, couple with financial troubles that 
on several occasions he expressed an intention to take his own life. On 
Monday morning after going to his jewelry store and spending a while with 
his son, George, Jr. he stated that he would return home. Upon reaching the 
middle of the public bridge spanning the Teche he carried out his threat, 
and discarding his hat and coat jumped into the water. At the time there was 
no one near enough to him to interfere and a little boy who witnessed the 
scene ran to his store and informed his son what had happened. The young man 
ran to the bridge as fast as he could and jumped into the Bayou, catching a 
hold of him, held his head out of the water until others attracted to the 
scene, assisted in pulling his limped body out of the water. Unfortunately 
being in such a weakened condition he could not be resuscitated. He was then 
carried to the Dauterive Sanitarium which is also near the Bridge, but 
nothing could be done and his heart ceased to function. The remains were 
then brought to his home on Duperier Avenue and prepared for burial. On 
Tuesday morning his remains were shipped to New Orleans and Wednesday he was 
peacefully laid to rest in the family vault in St. Louis cemetery. Mr. 
Riviere was a splendid citizen and his death cast a gloom over the 
community. He was ardent and enthusiastic member of the Elk Lodge and at the 
time of his demise was filling the office of Treasurer. He was also a member 
of the Woodmen of the World Lodge. He leaves to mourn him, three daughters 
and two sons, and a grief-stricken widow. The Enterprise extends its 
heartfelt sorrow to the family.
 

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