Mary Reis
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Mary accepted Christ at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, where she was baptized in November 1926 and remained a faithful member throughout her life, serving as a choir member. Her faith was central to her life and guided her commitment to serving others.
On November 29, 1952, Mary Gomes was united in holy matrimony with Peter N. Reis in East Providence. Their union was blessed with one child. Mary devoted 32 years of service as a secretary with the City of East Providence and retired on October 26, 1990. Mary also volunteered through the soup kitchen and Rhode Island Butler’s Children’s Hospital. She enjoyed the theater and shopping in her leisure time.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter N. Reis; her parents; one sister; six brothers; and two godsons.
Mary leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter Patricia A. Poole ( Alden Sr.); her grandchildren, Carole E. Poole, Aldenise Poole-Baker, Monique M. Graham, Alden E. Poole ll, Alex Poole, Shane D. Poole and Desmond McDavid; and a host of great-grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren, and many loving relatives and friend’s.
Her funeral will be held Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 8:30 a.m in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside. A Mass of of Christian Burial wii be celebrated at 10:30 a.m in St. Francis Xavier Church. 81 N Carpenter Street, East Providence, Rhode Island. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Dear Patsy and family,
I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your beloved mom.She and my mother, like you and I, attended school together.Like your mom, our dear mom passed at the age of 99 on March the 15, 2025, so we know your grief and pain.There is consolation knowing that having had her for so long was a blessing.May loving memories sustain you all, because she was such a kind, beautiful and unforgettable person.May she Rest in Heavenly Peace🙏❤️💕🦋🌈🇨🇻