Jack W. Rivers age 75 of Delano passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at the Golden Living Center in Delano. He was born June 13, 1937 to Floyd and Margaret Rivers in Pontiac, Michigan.

Jack’s passion in life was electronics. He designed the tracking system for Apollo I for NASA. He was an avid outdoorsman and member of the Delano Sportsman’s Club.

Jack was preceded in death by his son Gerry Rivers; parents Floyd and Margaret Rivers; sisters Joyce Boyce and Florence Bolson. He is survived by his children Helen (Ron) Kestner, Jack Rivers Jr; grandchildren Daniel and Jenny; as well as 6 great grandchildren.

Private family services were held.