Patricia "Patsy" Rebstock Ruiz

Patricia “Patsy” Rebstock Ruiz, 96, a native and resident of Golden Meadow passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Visitation will be from 9:30AM until 11AM on Friday, May 16, 2025 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow, Louisiana. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

Patsy is survived by her daughter, Kathleen Ruiz Savino; grandson, Charles Vizier; sister-in-law, Movita Rebstock; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her son, Drew Ruiz; husband, Horace Andrew Ruiz, Sr.; parents, Edison Rebstock and Jeanne Bourgeois Rebstock; and brothers, Edison Rebstock, Jr. and Allen Rebstock. Patsy taught in the Golden Meadow Schools for 34 years. Her devotion to her students and community was evident in the relationships she developed throughout her years as an educator. She was a member of the Louisiana Retired Teachers Association and the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. In honor of her husband, she was a Charter Member of the World War II Museum in New Orleans. She was also a member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor and taught religion for 35 years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Louisiana Brain Injury Association, 8325 Oak Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70118 or St. Joseph Abbey, 75376 River Road, St. Benedict, Louisiana 70457. The family would like to thank the aides at Woldenberg Village who provided tender loving care to Patsy, especially Muriel Starwood. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family during this most difficult time. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.mothefunerals.com.