RICHARD-SLIFKA-Obituary

RICHARD BARRY SLIFKA

West Newton, Massachusetts

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DIED
May 25, 2025
LOCATION
West Newton, Massachusetts
CHARITY
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SLIFKA, Richard Barry Of Boston. Boston philanthropist and business leader, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Rosalyn (Greenberg) Slifka. Devoted father of Amy Cook and her husband Jamie, Karen Dattilo and her husband Jeffery, and Andrew Slifka and his...

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Richie was a force for MS research and people living with MS. What a mensch! I am so grateful to have worked with him over the years. He will be missed dearly.

Richard Slifka was a great man. A great mentor to me. I have so many good memories of him. May he find peace with his brother Fred. My condolences to the Slifka family. He will always be in my heart. The Raetz Family.

I was devastated to learn of Mr. Slifka´s passing. My father and I enjoyed working for him throughout the years. He was an extremely kind and generous person. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

I was so sad to hear the news of Mr. Slifka´s passing. He was truly a great and generous man. I am forever grateful for his support of my application to Boston College 25 years ago. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Richie Slifka... truly a great man! i work for him & his family many years.. as a oil delivery driver, "teamster" his respect & generosity to the workers never wavered.. often all the help would be rewarded, xtra payed day off, turkeys, etc.. out of the norm for a Union company... rest in peace richie!! God Bless You & ur Family!! & Thank You For Being YOU!! & ur continued. Support of the Gentleman's Gym!! all you 've done for them, & ur family continues to do for them!! ( PEACE )

Condolences to the Slifka family.I have Richard for fifty years he always respectfull and supportive to helping people when needed.He was a mensch Richard Elman

We are saddened to read of Richie's passing. He was a good friend and a wonderful person. He will be truly missed

We are sending condolences and love to Ros and the other members of the Slifka family. We are mourning the loss of Richard, our beloved cousin-and know that he will be greatly missed by his family, his colleagues, and by the many who benefitted from his kindness and generosity. Marshall & Sandy Sack

Richard was such a kind gentleman with a great sense of humor. My sincere condolences to his lovely wife Roz and to his family.