Danni Rivera

Regenna Danielle “Danni” Rivera, 37, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

Born on February 24, 1988, in Rocky Mount, Virginia.

Danni brought light and laughter to those around her throughout her life.

A proud graduate of Liberty University with a degree in Psychology, Danni dedicated her career to helping others. She spent much of her professional life as a Mental Health Counselor, where her compassion and attentive nature made a lasting impact on the lives she touched. Her deep belief in the power of prayer and her love for the Lord guided her actions and gave strength to those who knew her.

Danni’s greatest joy came from being a mother to her beloved sons, Bentley Rivera and Xander Lee. Her love for them was unwavering and evident in every part of her life. She cherished time spent with family and friends, whether taking short trips, sharing laughs during get-togethers, or simply enjoying each other’s company. Her fun personality and infectious laugh made every moment memorable.

She is lovingly remembered by her son's Bentley Rivera and Xander Lee; Mother, Wanda Jones; Stepfather, Corey Jones; Father, Roger Poindexter; Sister, Heather Pinto; Brother, Kavin Pinto and wife Brittany; Grandparents Elsie and Lewis Perdue; Grandfather Billy Lynch; Grandmother Allean Poindexter; Bonita Poindexter, who was like a second mom; and her very best friend and companion James Lee, whom she loved dearly; Aunts, Julie Bernard (Larry), Betty Ramey (Garland), Cheryl Lynch, Jackie Poindexter, Nora Poindexter, Katrina Wallace and Ron, Phyllis Gandy, Renee Poindexter and Sylvia Poindexter; Uncles: Ernie Perdue and Mary, Luke Perdue and Keysa, Tim Lynch and Beverly, Charles Poindexter. She is also survived by Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Close friends.

Danni was preceded in death by her grandfather Cosby Poindexter and Uncle Lorenzo Poindexter.

Her legacy lives on through the many lives she touched with kindness and care. May her memory bring comfort to all who knew and loved her.

A Celebration of Life will be at 5 PM Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Faith Fellowship Church, 100 Wirtz Road, Wirtz, VA with Pastor Josh Cokendoloher officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 4 pm at the church.

Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.