Charles H Rivers

Honestly - I cannot resonate enough with what everyone else has said. He was a very good teacher, always up for a laugh and to help anyone. I have some very fond memories of his classes. He helped me after hours with personal soldering projects from home (I made a metronome) which I greatly appreciated. The fondest memory was definitely when his class was the first of the day, the class next door started playing the radio really loudly. Without a moment’s hesitation he replied, we will compete with that in a minute. After the register had been done, sure enough, he blasts a different radio station louder. Which happened to be playing the new song bring me to life by evanescence. Rest in peace Mr Rivers.

I will miss you, Charlie. You have been a wonderful father-in-law and I have so many happy memories of time spent with you. Thank you for always making me feel so comfortable and accepted by you. It’s wonderful to read all the stories about your teacher years and how loved and respected you were by so many. Rest in peace now Charlie, we will never forget you xx

So sad to read this, one of the kindest, most patient and funniest teachers I know. RIP Charlie, thoughts are with your family - you made a difference .

I am so sorry to learn of this sad news. Mr Rivers was always a great teacher and fun with it. He is the reason I decided to become a Design and Technology teacher. I want to thank him for his time and patience - even if he had to come round my house to collect my GCSE coursework before marking! He inspired me to do my best. My thoughts are with the family. Jed x

Charlie was a great teacher, so kind and supportive. He always went the extra mile for us and saw the best in people. He was a real asset to Worle school when I was there. Rest in peace Mr Rivs.

There's always one teacher that you specifically remember from school for various reasons. Luckily for me it was my CDT teacher Mr Rivers of class '88 because he was kind, friendly, helpful, inspirational, happy and very knowledgeable. So many great memories of him and his class. I think it was Fridays I had triple CDT last thing, talk about end the week on a high! He had expert knowledge and the most amazing sense of humour I've yet to see in anyone else I've ever met so far (52 years old). The folding caravan that he 'invented' is always a fond memory. It's partly down to Mr Rivers, Mr Barry, and Mr Williams that teased out my woodworking skills that I didn't know I had and ended up where I am now as senior cabinetmaker at Artichoke cabinetmakers making furniture for clients all over the world. Couldn't and probably wouldn't of done it without you Mr Rivers. Such a sad loss, I will definitely be having a drink in your memory, cheers!

Charlie was a great tutor, so kind and supportive. He went the extra mile for us as his students and always saw the best in us. He was a real asset to Worle school when I was there. Will definitely raise a toast in his name. Rest well Mr Rivers

So very saddened to read this. Charlie was the best teacher, and also a true friend. You will be missed by so many people. You made such an huge impact on so many people’s lives, including my own. I can’t believe you are gone. Rest in peace. The world has lost a legend xxx

Rest in eternal peace Mr Rivers, we connected straight away as we had the same surname, you took me under your wing and the fun I had with a soldering iron in your class I will never forget! You tried to fix my ghd hair straighteners, took them home and felt gutted that you couldn’t get to the problem but you still did that, kind caring soul who will never be forgotten, some people stick in your mind forever and you sir are one of those. See you in the next life

Charlie was a wonderful teacher and I know, having heard from several school friends, we would all like to raise a glass to him. Are there any funeral details, or is that a family only service? Kate

So sad to read the news of our brilliant 'Rivz', Charlie was an absolutely incredible teacher and tutor that we had for so many years at Worle school but he was much more, a caring person with such a fun sense of humour. He could always make me smile. He meant well and supported myself and so many others. He got to know you and was so genuine, He has always emailed over the years with cards and I will miss our yearly bits of banter at those times of year. What an absolute legend he is. Sending love and light to all his family. Gemma xxx

I’m so shocked and saddened to hear of Charlie Rivers passing. He was the most amazing tutor, teacher, and friend. I was so happy when I made contact again a few years back with Charlie. He was the nicest man ever, and said he still had the wooden motorbike I’d bought him many years back when I left school :) He also offered amazing advice and support when needed. The world has lost a legend. Xxx

Ah Mr Rivers, he was one of my favorite teachers. So lovely would help with anything. Made the class so much fun! I remember giving him a Christmas card one year and he made me one back with what ever he had on his desk. Thank you for being so kind. Rip Mr Rivers xx

Charlie was such a wonderful man, and a true individual, His patience and sense of humour took him a long way in his Teaching Career. Lots of super memories. I will indeed raise a glass at 8.00 on 31st August. Love to all the Family, ..Wendy, Neil, Katie and Jon MacKinnon xx

I am so very sad to read this 😢. Charlie was the best teacher ever. My thoughts go out to his family. Rest in Peace Charlie xx