RUBOVITS, PAMELA “PAM” CHARLES, 73, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2017. She was the wife of James Rubovits for almost 49 years.
A graduate of Mount Holyoke College and the University of Illinois where she received her PhD in Educational Psychology. She was a Professor of Psychology at Rhode Island College for 30 years, provided clinical services to The Providence Center for 25 years, and The Gordon School and numerous other schools and agencies.
Pam was a “passionate and caring person” helping and improving the lives of children, families, friends, colleagues and students, all of whom enjoyed the special qualities that she had to offer.
Pam and Jim loved to travel in the U.S. and abroad; Asia, South East Asia, Europe, New Zealand and most recently Cuba. They especially enjoyed several road trips to various regions of the U.S. with Rhode Island friends. She loved spending time with friends and neighbors in Rochester Vermont, reading, yoga, exercise classes, cooking, gardening and tea parties; and she loved hats and boas.
Besides her husband, she is survived by her sister in law Lois Yaffe and her husband Alan; nephew Ken Yaffe and his wife Susan; niece Lynn Kaplan and her husband Dan; nephew Scott Yaffe and his wife Nee; and grandnieces and grandnephews Kira, Nikki, Lucas, Chloe, Noah, Charley and Julia.
A celebration of Pam’s life will be held at the Foster Fire Company, 5 Mt Hygiea Rd., Foster, RI on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 from 4-7 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Providence Center, 528 N. Main St., Providence, RI 02904 or Hope Hospice & Palliative Care of RI, 1085 N. Main St., Providence, RI 02904.
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August 24, 2017
Jim Hybl
Jim, I was saddened by the news of Pam's passing. I saw it in the local paper here in Rochester.
My heartfelt condolences to you and yours....Jim Hybl
August 17, 2017
Friend
Rick McCown
Jim,
I am so sorry that we have lost Pam. I send you my condolences and assure you that you are in my thoughts and the thoughts of many. I hope that the sorrow is mixed with memories of happiness of happy times that were lit by Pam's marvelous smile and her unfailing kindness to others. I smile even now to think of the wonderful times we had in the Suite.
August 13, 2017
Friend
Joshua Anderson
Pam was a fun, intelligent, interesting lady, and I am very sorry that I had lost contact with her and Jim. May she rest in peace.
August 10, 2017
Marcy Driscoll
Jim,
I am so sorry to hear about Pam's death. I always felt as though we shared a special bond, not just because of NCIC, but because we were Mt. Holyoke graduates and knew many of the same professors there. I have many wonderful memories of times we all shared in different cities where AERA and NCIC were held. You are in my thoughts.
Marcy Driscoll
August 8, 2017
Cindy Rotondo
I am so saddened by the loss of Pam. "Oh the Places You'll Go," is what she read to our (adult) class in her last year. I know she is in a blessed "place" now, and please know she was a true blessing in my life both personally and professionally. She will never be forgotten...
August 8, 2017
Cindy Rotondo
Pam was the brightest, most positive professor I had at RIC. Entertaining, light-hearted, and engaging, she made the mundane "fun" for her (adult) students... Pam, "Oh the Places You'll Go..."(as you read to us). God Bless You. You are amazing, and I know you are now in a blessed place. My condolences to your family.
August 4, 2017
Beth Frock
Jim, heart broken to hear this news. We Graham-Frocks are holding you in the light. With love, Beth
August 4, 2017
Mike and Judy Caron
Jim, I am very sorry to hear about Pam. Pam and you were part of the family at the MS Society, always supporting the events, and taking special interest in the scholarship program. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
August 2, 2017
Peter DiMeo
Jim, I'm so sorry to have heard about Pam. I'm sure the many wonderful memories of your life and travels together will balance the sadness that you're feeling, now.
August 1, 2017
Teri Molloy
Jim, my sincere sympathy for your loss. I hope that the memories of the wonderful life that you shared with Pam bring you comfort in this time of sadness. You and your family will be in my prayers.
August 1, 2017
Frank Gasbarro
My sincere sympathy.
August 1, 2017
cheryl duguay
very sad to hear of Dr Rubovits passing. When I worked in the psychology department at RIC she was super helpful and also when I decided to major in Psychology she was there for support. I am sure the college will truly miss her as well as all her students. My thoughts and prayers to the family. Cheryl Duguay
former student and staff of Psychology Dept
August 1, 2017
Jayne Nightingale
With sincere sympathies to Jim and to the entire family.
I have great memories of Pam and I applaud her years of work with students at Rhode Island College, and I join you in the celebration of her life.
July 31, 2017
Judy Jenkins
I am truly sorry to hear of Pam's passing. My deepest sympathy,
July 31, 2017
Edward McClelland
Our sincere condolences. Edward and Donna McClelland.
July 31, 2017
Our sincere sympathy for your loss.
-Phyllis and Ed Heinricher
July 31, 2017
So sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts.
- Dr. Farren and your friends at Scituate Animal Hospital
July 31, 2017
All and sandy Ball
We are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
July 31, 2017
I will miss chatting with Pam at the "club". her sweet nature and sense of humor will be missed during our classes there. Condolences to Jim and family.
Susan Collins
July 31, 2017
We are very sorry for your loss. She will be missed by us and by so many more.
Lawson Cary & Gloria Cary
July 31, 2017
Ellen (Finger) House
I am so sorry for your loss.
July 31, 2017
" My sincere sympathy to Jim and family of Pam she was one amazing women."
Brenda Acciardo Leone
(Johnston,RI)
July 31, 2017
Kevin M
Dr. Rubovits was the best professor I had in college. Always encouraging, supportive and funny. Rest in Peace. Kevin M.
July 31, 2017
Mark S. Deion
Jim, sorry for your loss. I remember Pam so well from many years ago when we all worked for the MS Society on bike tour and walks. She always had a smile and something good to say.
July 31, 2017
Katherine Edwards
On behalf of everyone in the Edwards family, our sincere sympathy to Jim and all Pam's family and friends.
July 30, 2017
Kathleen Swanson
My sincerest condolences to Jim and all of Pam's friends and family. I will truly miss her easy smile and laughter in our yoga class.
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