Maria Antonia Rivera Briney, of Hinsdale IL, died on January 27, 2018. Beloved wife of late Dr. Robert Briney, loving mother to Sunny (Ed) Minx and Mimi Briney, grandmother to Jessica and Jake Minx. She was a loving sister to Julita, late sister Olga, and her late brothers, Francisco and Wilfredo. She leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was born in Puerto Rico. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a Nursing Degree. She met and fell in love with the handsome Army doctor. She was honorably discharged as a Major from the U. S. Army. She devoted her life to her husband and her children. She enjoyed being a doctor’s wife and being active in her church. She will be greatly missed. Visitation 10-11 a.m followed by church service at 11-12 p.m. on Friday, February 2, 2018 at Hinsdale United Methodist Church, 945 S. Garfield Ave., Hinsdale IL 60521. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Hinsdale United Methodist Church are appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside. Info: 708-352-6500