NEW : For fans , the nickname captured her powerful voice and personal strength . Rivera 's remains were repatriated to the United States . The bodies of Rivera 's publicist and the plane 's co - pilot also were identified . A memorial will likely be built in Mexico , but plans are not yet final . Rivera 's letter says she does not wish to be cremated .
NEW : Rivera 's remains were repatriated to the United States . The bodies of Rivera 's publicist and the plane 's co - pilot also were identified . A memorial will likely be built in Mexico , but plans are not yet final . Rivera 's letter says she does not wish to be cremated .