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1956
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Keith Rebelo Obituary
September 21, 1956 - March 28, 2024
Oakdale, California - Keith Anthony Rebelo of Oakdale passed away on March 28,2024 after a prolonged illness.
Mr. Rebelo was born in Patterson but grew up in Gustine, CA. He graduated in 1974 from Gustine High School. He attended Cabrillo Junior College and ultimately graduated with a BA from UC Berkeley in 1981.
He was "Coach Rebelo" at Hoover Middle School in Merced until his retirement after 35 years. Keith enjoyed biking, spending time with family and friends, and yearly Alaskan fishing trips. He was an avid Cal Berkeley football fan.
Keith is survived by his wife of 41 years, Dorian; 2 children , Rachel (Tim) Asher of Oakdale; Kyle (Christian) Rebelo of Turlock; 2 grandchildren, and 4 brothers.
A mass will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, April 19 at the Shrine of Our Lady of Miracles in Gustine, CA. 370 Linden Ave., Gustine, CA.
Reception to follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers the family requests live potted plants.
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Leonard Rebelo
September 27, 2024
I never new Keith but we share the same middle and last name. I wish I had the chance to have known him. Definitely a beloved figure with all that new him. God Bless.
Jessica Hernandez
June 20, 2024
I was a student at Hoover he was my pe teacher. I'm just finding this out. He was awesome. Condolences to his family.
Amber Bordelon(Bradley)
April 27, 2024
This is such sad news! I had Mr. Rebelo my 7th and 8th grade year in 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 for PE. He was one of my favorite teachers!! Happy to say I knew him. Hoover was a better place with Rebelo in it. My condolences to his family and close friends. R.I.P Rebelo!
Matthew Chastain
April 24, 2024
Coach Rebelo you were an awesome man. I went yo hoover from 96/97 to 2000 and Mr. Rebelo was our PE teacher. I remember one student use to make an excuse when it was time to run the mile. He would say "Mr Rebelo, I pulled a hammy" and Mr. Rebelo would say something funny and say you're running. He even remembered me years later when I brought my ex girlfriends kids with me for orientation. We shook hands and I told him I became a Marine. He was proud of me and smiled. God bless you Mr. Rebelo. And your family. He was a good man and the best PE teacher and coach Hoover ever had. You have my deepest condolences.
Dustin Smith
April 17, 2024
Mr Robelo was one of a small handful of teachers over the years that made a lifelong impact on me. I remember his heartfelt individual talks to lift any student up, including myself many times. I was no athlete, I was the chubby kid, and he always took the time. Thank you Mr. Robelo.
Pam Atkinson
April 11, 2024
Kind, loving, a fighter for the rights of teachers, a great coach, a sense of humor that brought so many smiles into a room, unselfish, giving, a friend who crossed generations, a hero, he is so missed.
Dawn Hubble
April 9, 2024
I met Mr. Rebelo at Hoover Middle School when I began my educational career. We coached at the same time and often rode the bus with our students. Rebelo was an amazing person who had a great impact on myself, our staff, and a multitude of children. When my father passed away, Keith sent me a genuinely kind message. He was always kind. I am grateful that I got to work on a team with him. I am prayerful for his family and heart hurt for their loss.
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