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DAVID AKIBA Obituary

AKIBA, David Age 78, of Jamacia Plain on Saturday, August 24, 2019. For 37 years, he was the beloved husband of Jane (Levin) Akiba. Loving father of Daniel Akiba & Gisela Sanders Alcantara, Jonah & Rivka Sara Akiba, Rachel Akiba & Josh Sherman, Samuel Akiba, Isaac Akiba and Abigail Akiba. Adored grandfather of eleven. Dear brother of Marjorie & Louie Rizzo. Former husband of Barbara Akiba. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking available on the Riverway), on Tuesday, August 27 at 10am. Burial in Mishkan Tefila Memorial Park, 2619 Centre St., West Roxbury. Following burial, shiva will be at his late residence until 4:00pm and continuing 6:30-8:30pm and on Wednesday and Thursday 4-8:00pm, Friday 2-4:00pm and Sunday 4-8:00pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Trustees of Boston Public Library, please write "in honor of David Akiba" on memo line, Boston Public Library, c/o President's Office, 700 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116 or www.supportBPL.org and please specify "in honor of David Akiba". Levine Chapels, Brookline www.levinechapels.com 617-277-8300

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 25 to Aug. 26, 2019.

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Eugene/Hannah Rizzo

September 1, 2019

With our most sincere sympathy and sadness for your loss. Geno and Hannah Rizzo -Lexington MA

Kathleen Kelly

August 27, 2019

David was my colleague at Babson College, where he taught photography for many years. He struck me as the best kind of teacher, able to transmit his love for beauty and form as well as his skills, gentle yet a guiding force for excellence. He was a pleasure to have as a colleague and will be greatly missed.

Anne Puchkoff

August 27, 2019

I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I remember the Akiba family from our days
At THE RASHI SCHOOL. May his memory
Always be a blessing.
Anne Puchkoff

August 26, 2019

I am truly sorry about the passing of your loved one. May God strengthen your family during this time of loss. Deepest sympathies.

August 26, 2019

Sorry to hear of the families loss.may the families hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times the family shared together.as the families cherished a wonderful life that was well lived and loved by families and friends.my deepest sympathy and condolences to the families during this difficult time of grief and pain. LYNN - GP

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