Patricia A. (McCarthy) Rebollo
Date of Passing:
Patricia Ann (McCarthy) Rebollo, 75, of Pine Street, Riverside, passed away peacefully at home on January 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of John Rebollo Jr., with whom she shared 55 years of marriage filled with love, dedication, and family.
Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Ruth (Randlett) McCarthy and was a lifelong resident of Riverside, a community she deeply loved. Patricia was a graduate of East Providence High School, Class of 1968, and later received her associate’s degree from Rhode Island Junior College.
Patricia devoted much of her life to caring for and connecting with others. She spent 27 years as a teacher’s assistant with the East Providence School Department, where she worked closely with children with special needs, always showing patience, kindness, and knowing just how to make each child feel comfortable and supported. She also spent 30 years as a waitress at Gregg’s Restaurant, where it seemed like she knew everyone. With the gift of gab and a laugh you could hear across the room, Patricia had a way of turning customers into friends and every shift into a good time.
She was a faithful member of the Riverside Congregational Church and the Riverside Renaissance Group. In 2014, Patricia helped pioneer the Food Insecurity Mission Program, later known as Lighthouse Shoppes, where she volunteered faithfully for the past 10 years, continuing her lifelong commitment to helping those in need.
Patricia found joy in many things — family cruises, a good book, music, and crafting — but her greatest happiness came from being surrounded by family and friends. She also spent countless hours cheering from the fields, courts, and events of her children and grandchildren. Usually the one planning the next get-together, birthday party, or cookout, and if we were lucky, she’d top it all off with a perfectly timed limerick that had everyone laughing. Her life reflected the words she lived by: “Be good. Do good.”
Besides her husband, John, she is survived by her children, Michael J. Rebollo, Vania L. Rebollo-McVeigh, and Christopher Rebollo Sr.; her sisters, Gail Burdon, Jennifer Buckland; her brothers, Charles McCarthy and William McCarthy; and her ten cherished grandchildren, Brandon, Corey, Kylee, Christiana, Lily, Cameron, Cole, Avery, Elena, and Christopher Jr.; and one great grandchild Aria. She was the sister of the late Judith Hammond.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in the W. Raymond Watson Funeral Home, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in the Riverside Congregational Church, 15 Oak Avenue, Riverside at 10:00 a.m. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in
Patricia’s memory to the Riverside Congregational Church, 15 Oak Avenue, Riverside, RI 02915 would be deeply appreciated.
I am so sad to hear of Pat’s passing. Pat was my first childhood friend when my family moved to Riverside. I have memories of meeting her at our back fence .. I was 5 and she was 6 . So many memories of her from then and more from growing up together.
Pat had the kindest heart.. infectious laugh and I was so lucky to have known her.
My sincere condolences to John, her children and family . A beautiful woman ..who will be remembered and missed by many. Rest in peace my friend ❤️🙏🏻
My Aunt Pat was truly one of the most beautiful souls this world has ever known, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her would say the same. She had a way of filling every room with warmth, laughter, and comfort. Her stories were unforgettable, her advice was always spot-on, and being around her just made you feel better about life. You could never get enough of Aunt Pat, she had this magical way of making everything feel lighter, no matter what you were going through.
I honestly don’t think I ever once disagreed with her or had a single bad moment with her… maybe because we were both Irish and huge Patriots fans. But more than that, it was because she led with love. She welcomed everyone, never judged, and made you feel instantly at home. You always felt seen and cared for when you were with her.
I will forever cherish the time we spent together, especially that incredible trip to New York with her and Uncle John. Those memories mean everything to me now. We laughed, explored, and made moments I will hold in my heart for the rest of my life. I am so thankful I got to share that time with her.
What hurts the most is knowing I won’t get to hear her voice again, that beautiful “wicked” Boston accent we all loved so much, especially the way she said my name, “Mah-cy.” It was pure Aunt Pat, and I will miss it more than words can ever express.
My heart is completely broken for the entire Rebollo family. We didn’t just lose a loved one, we lost a truly special soul, someone who made this world better just by being in it. I pray that God wraps His arms around all of us during this heartbreaking time and brings comfort, peace, and strength to our broken hearts. Aunt Pat, you will always be loved, always be remembered, and always be missed. 💔
My dearest brother John, Vania, Michael, Christopher & all the grandkids & 1 great grandkid. I fell in love with Pat the 1st time you brought her out here to meet us. She always had a good story & a contagious laugh. She will be missed, but she is home with the Lord & I look forward to seeing her again. Bless you all 🙏💖
Although I did not know Patricia, I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside her son and grandson. Rest in Peace Patricia. My condolences to the entire family.
We were so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. She was such a bright light no matter what she was going through. We may have bumped heads at times, but the mission and the people always came first. We will be praying for all of you and your families at this difficult time.
I worked with Pat in the school department. She was a wonderful person and was so good with the students. Even though we haven’t seen each other in a while, I will miss her, knowing she isn’t here anymore. My sincerest condolences go out to her family. I will keep Pat and her family in my loving thoughts and prayers. May she Rest In Peace.
Joe and i are so very sorry to hear this sad news. I had the pleasure of working with Pat at Kent Heights School. We were all aware of her compassion and love for her students. Joe and I enjoyed the many conversations we had with her, when we would run into her at Gregg’s. She was a very special person. May God hold her in the palm of His hand.
I didn’t know Pat well. We met up at meetings over the years. But you didn’t have to know Pat well to know the depth of her compassion for people in need, her toughness of character not to accept injustice for anyone, and her unique sense of humor. I’ll always remember Pat for all those qualities and I’ll imagine her in Heaven tooling around in her little Smart Car. May she rest in peace. My condolences to her family. 🩷
I worked with Pat at the school department and my husband Jeff grew up with her and her siblings. Great person! Rest in peace Pat.
To All Of The Rebollo Family,I am so sorry to hear the loss of your wife and Mom,I remember those baseball games we shared with our children,going to Gregg’s where she worked,and the School Department and how she was always smiling no matter what she was going threw,How she put alot of work into the Community she was such an asset to Riverside She will be Greatly Missed!!🙏
John, Mike, Vania and Chris
I am heartbroken to learn of Pats passing. She always brought a smile with her everywhere she went. I fondly remember the summers at kendbrin. May she rest in peace.
George, Claire and Zoe
Pat really was a wonderful woman. Kind, generous, thoughtful she checked all the boxes. I admired the way she kept her family together and always showed love and acceptance. She will be dearly missed. I only wish I could’ve spent more time with her. Pat was easy to love. God rest her soul.
Dee to John and family Pat will be forever missed at her food recuse I worked with her for almost ten years and she never had a mean word to say about any one I will miss her the rest of my life
My sincere condolences, sending love and prayers during this difficult time.
John and Family,
Pat and I were introduced at the beginning of the Light House shoppes food pantry. We spent many Monday mornings discussing how we would get through the week, usually not on the same page. Your Pat loved the volunteers and the clients that supported our pantry.She had patience with everyone , even me. May she rest in peace.
Pat will always be in my heart forever. I will miss her smile, her crazy stories and the way she made you feel like you had been friends forever , when in reality you probably had just met her. I’ll never forget the time we went to the Angel game and in that crazy Irish voice of hers she kept yelling “Big Papi “ just to get her Brother in law worked up. Sending hugs to the family John , Michael, Vania , Christopher and all the grandkids.
John, Michael, Vania and Christophe,
I’m so sorry for you loss. Your Mom was so loved by many and especially me. We go back to the days of Ginny Unkuski. I used make he jump every morning I walked in and said Good Morning at the top of my lungs. We also had so much fun when she was my summer school assistant. Your Mom was always a teacher and never an assistant. She always made her students(She called them her kids) feel comfortable and like they could succeed at anything they wanted to. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️
My precious sister in law. Always a smile. We used to ask her maiden name just to hear her say Mawcarthy. Miles and years between us but it always felt like we lived right down the street.
Dear John and family, A huge hole is left in my heart with Pat’s passing. We were friends longer than I remember. She asked me one day at a church function “Who are you?” I said who are you, she told me she was a member of the church. I said I have never seen you and I am coming here at every function for the past year. She told me how she worked at Greggs and missed many functions. Well that did it we were friends ever since and I was proud to have worked with Pat at her Special mission since it’s inception. What a dear friend she became to me. Love you Pat.
I am so sad to hear of Miss Pat’s passing. I will hold dear the memories of working together at Greggs, collaborating on church school activities and volunteering for the bazaars! Thank you for your friendship Miss Pat, rest in peace. 🥰
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers for strength in the days ahead. So sorry for your loss.
Sincere Condolences to a beautiful family. May God hold you close during this difficult time.
I have known Pat since the 60’s. She lit up the room with laughter and great conversation. She loved her family and friends so much. She will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
Carol & Chuck Hassell