Donald Ray Rivers was born on December 21, 1958 to Zeltee and Clara Mae Rivers, in Huntsville, Texas.

Donald received his education from Huntsville High School. He was a member of the class of 1978. He also attended Barbara Jordan School, where he became a certified Diesel Mechanic.

Donald's church affiliation was with Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, in Huntsville, Texas.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and his brother: Earnest Carter.

Donald is survived by his son: Chris Rivers (Deanna); brothers: James Rivers and Jerry Rivers (Anna); sisters: Felicia D. Rivers (Wesley), Ella McDade, Mattie Carter (Ollie), special caregiver: Ollie McDade, his friends from the Motorcycle Club, former spouse: Paulette Declouet and a host of additional relatives and friends.