FALL RIVER – Leah Pereira Rebello, age 97, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2017 at the Highland Manor surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late John S. Rebello. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Maria (Sousa) Pereira. Leah enjoyed playing poker, singing and family gatherings. She was proudest of her beautiful family.
Leah is survived by her children John Rebello (wife Geraldine) of Dighton, Ronald Rebello (wife Cheryl) of Somerset, Robert Rebello (wife Marilyn) of Somerset and Leah Spivey (husband Roger) of NJ; 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great granchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings Corbina Donovan, Jean Andrade, Tibeirio Pereira.
Her funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home 1521 N. Main St. Fall River on Wednesday here at 8 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial St. John of God Church in Somerset at 9 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Somerset. Calling hours on Tuesday from 4-7 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.