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RAPPOPORT, SELMA C.
91, died Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Miriam Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Norton "Nocky" Rappoport. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Max and Minnie (Fish) Pass, she had lived in Warwick for over 40 years, previously living in Providence. She was a clerk at the former Snell's Bakery, worked at the former P&B Jewelry, and was an office manager for Dr. Harry Pass, Optometrist in Providence for 17 years, retiring in 1994. Selma was a member of the Miriam Hospital Women's Association, Hadassah, and the former Jewish Home for the Aged Women's Association. Devoted mother of Ronald Rappoport and his wife, Gloria, of Exeter, Stephen Rappoport and his wife, Ellie, of Cranston, Harvey Rappoport and his wife, Lorraine, of Cranston, and Howard Rappoport and his wife, Wendy, of Johnston. Dear sister of Laurel Deluca of Warwick and the late Dr. Harry E. Pass. Loving grandmother of Marci and her husband, Ed, Stacy, Jonathan and his wife, Danielle, Adam and his wife, Jamie, Lauren and her husband, Mark, Joshua and his wife, Trina, Benjamin and his wife, Abby, Merredith, and Brendan. Cherished great grandmother of Ross, Paige, Drew, Noah, Liam, Ryan, twins, Reese and Mila, Jonah, Leo, Nathan, Matthew, Toby, and Auggie. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at Temple Torat Yisrael, 1251 Middle Rd., East Greenwich. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to your favorite charity. Shiva will be observed at 172 Beechwood Drive, Cranston, Wednesday 7-9 and Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. For online condolences, please visit ShalomMemorialChapel.com.
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Dr. Rappoport and Family,
We are so sorry to learn of your mother's
passing. Please take comfort in your many
memories.
Sincerely,
Rose and Peter Follows
February 15, 2017
Please accept my condolences. I was saddened to hear the news of Auntie Selma's passing.
She was the best fried matzo maker ever!
(One of my fondest memories)
With love, Tammy
Tammy DeCristo
February 14, 2017
RONNIE; SO SORRY TO READ OF YOUR MOTHERS PASSING. IT MAKES LITTLE DIFFERENCE THE AGE AT WHICH WE LOSE A PARENT.WHETHER THEY PASS AT 50 OR 91,THE HURT IS STILL THE SAME. LET THOSE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF YOUR MOM AND NOCKY BE OF CONSOLATION.
SHELDON SUMMER
February 14, 2017
Condolences to you and your family Harvey
eileen damico
February 14, 2017
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Feb
15
11:00 a.m.
Temple Torat Yisrael
1251 Middle Rd., East Greenwich, RI
Feb
15
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
172 Beechwood Drive, Cranston, RI
Feb
16
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
172 Beechwood Drive
Cranston, RI
Feb
16
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
172 Beechwood Drive
Cranston, RI
Funeral services provided by:
Shalom Memorial Chapel - Cranston1100 New London Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920
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