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Edwin Rapoport Obituary

RAPOPORT, Edwin S. May 20, 1924 - August 10, 2011 Ed passed away peacefully in his home in Scituate surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Jacob and Edna Rapoport and leaves behind his caring wife of 16 years, Dolores. He was the devoted father of Julie Rapoport and her husband, Carlos, Lynne Swanson and her husband, Bob, and Jim Rapoport and his wife, Susan. He was the enormously proud and loving grandfather of Gabriel, Victoria, Devon, Erica, Justine and Rebecca. He was the caring stepfather to Laurel Allen, Paul, Dan, Ken and Bill DeHaan. He was predeceased by his loving wife Molly. A World War II veteran, he served in the Pacific in the Navy, and was a graduate of Tufts University, Class of 1945. Ed founded Honorcraft Incorporated in 1962 and ran the business for over 45 years. An avid sports fan, he was a happy man with the Sox winning the World Series and the Bruins winning the Stanley Cup. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He made us all smile. Service at Congregation Sha'aray Shalom, 1112 Main Steet, Hingham on Friday, August 12, 2011 at 12:30pm with interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon. The family is so grateful for the help and services of Beacon Hospice. Please omit flowers. The family asks that to honor Ed's life and goodness that gifts be made to Tufts University School of Engineering Financial Aid. Please send gifts to Jackie Natale, Tufts University, 80 George St., Medford, MA 02155. Following the internment the family will have visitors at the home of Susan and Jim Rapoport. There will be a prayer service at the home of Ed and Dolores Rapoport at 7pm on Saturday, August 13th. Levine Chapels, Brookline 617-277-8300

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 10 to Aug. 11, 2011.

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Leslie Burton

February 3, 2012

Please accept our deepest sympathy. "Big Ed" will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

Fondly,

John Burton and Family

Lisa Tompson

August 25, 2011

Dear Dolores and all the Rapoport family,
Ed was a very lucky man to be so loved and honored by such a wonderful family. My friendship with Dolores and Ed has been a highlight of my life at James Landing. Ed had a marvelous sense of humor and always made me laugh. I am also so very thankful to the Bruins for pulling off their Stanley Cup Championship this year - I think they did it just for him! My deepest sympathy to you all.

Ken DeHaan

August 21, 2011

Dear Jim, Lynne, Julie, Susan, Bob, Carlos, Becca, Justine, Erica, Devon, Victoria & Jake,
The memories we have of the times we've all shared together are cherished, and will always come to mind with our favorite memories of Eddie.
The way Eddie engaged in conversation with such intensity and good humor, and that he cared so much... Eddie bonded with us and we with him through these special experiences that we are very grateful to have enjoyed.
We wish you comfort and are keeping you in our thoughts...
With love from Ken, Van, Jason & Jared

Bette

August 12, 2011

Jimmy,Susan, Rebecca and Justine,

It so clear that Ed was deeply loved which is the greatest gift in our lives. We hope you will find joy and solace in keeping his memory alive through your stories about him and your own good works. You are in thoughts and prayers today.

Fondly, Bette, Bill and Gabe Porter

Mary Ellen Berman

August 12, 2011

Ed was larger than life, and made everyone around him smile. My family and I will remember him always, for all of his kindnesses. Jimmy and Susan, Rebecca and Justine, we love you, and we hope that all of your wonderful memories will comfort you.

Glen and Sophie Arenburg

August 11, 2011

As a longtime vendor of Honorcraft, Ed made me feel like a member of the Honorcraft family. A stand up guy with a great sense of humor, he will be sadly missed. My deepest sympathy to Sue, Jim and the entire family.

Michael Shippam

August 11, 2011

A warm,kind and caring man, Ed will be missed by many. So sorry for your loss.

Laura Fedele Riccio

August 11, 2011

A most wonderful man. Ed will most definitely be missed. I am honored to have known him for many years.

John McGovern

August 11, 2011

Eddie Rap (as I knew him by) was a great guy, I enjoyed his company and friendship very much. I learned from Eddie and I am grateful to him for his sharing. He will be missed.

Nancy and Don Dalton

August 11, 2011

Lynne, Bob, Erica & Devon,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss.

August 11, 2011

Jim and Susan,
May you be filled and comforted by your treasured memories and the all the love you shared with him. May he rest in peace.
Nancy O'Sullivan

Mike and Irene Clenott

August 11, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Ed's playful ways and caring conversations will be cherished.

Nikki Kennedy

August 11, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. My thoughts and prayers remain with the family.

Anne and Pat Hyland

August 11, 2011

Our sincere condolences on your loss.

Angela Denham

August 11, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Peace to you as Ed is now in peace.

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