McNeil, Kathryn, A., 59, formerly of Holland Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on Saturday January 21, 2012 surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Peter and Loretta (McDonnell) McNeil, she lived in Riverside for 53 years and Coventry for 6 years.

Kathryn was a group home coordinator for the State of Rhode Island since 2004. She was a graduate of the University of Rhode Island Class of 1986 and Bancroft School of Massage Therapy. She enjoyed knitting, gardening and life on the lake.

She is survived by two sons; Will M. Hogan of Jackson, TN and Samuel Otho Smith of New York City, NY, a daughter; Summer Rae Smith of East Providence, a brother; Peter McNeil of Glocester, two sisters; Lori McNeil Tolley of Raynham, MA and Anne McNeil of Riverside and her nieces and nephew; Kerry, Brendan, Emily and Bethany. She was the former wife of Gordon Smith of Riverside.

Her funeral will be held on Wednesday January 25, 2012 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 8 am with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside at 9 am. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Calling hours are Tuesday 5-8 pm. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Kathryn’s memory to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI, 02904 would be deeply appreciated.