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RISHA SAMUELSON Obituary
She then married Professor Paul A. Samuelson of MIT to whom she was married for over 25 years. They loved their time at their home in Belmont which Risha designed, and their condo in Longboat Key, FL.
Risha was a smart, elegant and talented woman who had a wonderful sense of humor. She loved the arts, good food and wine, her dog - Raffles, and most of all her daughter, Susan.
Risha leaves her cherished daughter, Susan, her devoted and loyal companions Albert Janjigian and Jean Bertoli, and her wonderful housekeeper of many years, Jane Lacerda.
A celebration of Risha's life will be held on Friday, June 28, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. in the Bigelow Chapel at Mt. Auburn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please, make donations in Risha's name to Cradles to Crayons or Emily's List.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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July 10, 2020
Risha, You certainly were artistic & aesthetic in all ways.
Ronald Grieson
Ann Strand
June 28, 2019
Risha, Steve and I remember your devotion to Susan and to Paul. And, to your beloved Raffles.
I also remember how you and Paul and Susan enjoyed singing and having dinners with your friends. You helped lighten up our lives too.
Ann Strand, Steve Shapiro
June 22, 2019
Vyrna and Risha
June 21, 2019
Vyrna Napoli
June 21, 2019
Dear Risha, I miss you dearly. You were such a kind and pleasant lady to me. I enjoyed sharing breakfast, interesting talks, watching TV, and especially loved walking your puppy Raffles, even though I had to get on my knees and pick him up off his favorite spot, your feet. We'd both laugh.
I also was so happy to be at your 93rd birthday. I enjoyed meeting your daughter Susan and all your friends.
We all had a wonderful time.
I can see your smiling face enjoying Heaven now. You will be in my prayers always and never be forgotten by me.
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