Russell P. Rapoza

I will always remember Russ as a good friend and mentor.

I'm thinking Russell's eternal reward will be measured in how many people he entertained at weddings and functions throughout his life. Those are eternal memories, and his memory in Plymouth will be cherished forever. Everybody knows and loves Russ Rapoza and will miss him!

My husband, Pete, and I followed Russ in his very early years of appearing with his band at Ernie's and The Governor Carver Motel. We became such good friends that after we moved to VT, when our daughter was married, we brought him and the band up to the White River Jct. Holiday Inn to play at their reception. They made quite a hit in their white tuxes. I'll always remember his music.

Linda, I am sorry to hear about Russ.

I am truly heartbroken hearing of Russell's passing....A great musician and a great guy....Thank you Russ for the memories......My prayers to your family.....

Russ and I lived together in Boston during our years at Boston Conservatory of Music. He was like a brother to me. I miss the friendship we shared for 35 years.

Maureen,
I sincerely value the memories of the times Russell had me work on Chopin, Beethoven, Bach, etc. He taught me much in the short time we worked together. I hope he knows I was on my way back to taking lessons with him and I hope he knows how special of an instructor I thought he was. I will not find someone as patient and dedicated as him and that is just a small indication of how good a man he was. I am stunned and saddened to hear of his passing. I regret the time I took...

Nancy and Family,

So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.