Aaron Caplan

Aaron Caplan obituary, West Newton, MA

Aaron Caplan

Aaron Caplan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brezniak Funeral Directors - Newton on Dec. 6, 2024.
Aaron M. Caplan of Lexington MA passed away peacefully on November 29th. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Harriet, his cherished daughter Rebecca and his loving partner Tala. He leaves his daughter Neysa, son in law Avi, grandson David and his wife Amy, granddaughter Dina and her partner Matthew and great-granddaughter Ellie.
Despite hardship growing up, thanks to the intercession of a relative, her friend and his own merits, Aaron attended Boston Latin School and graduated from Northeastern University with a degree in mechanical engineering. He enjoyed a long career as an engineer, working for a variety of companies, followed by self-employment, and designed HVAC systems for operating rooms in several major hospitals.
In retirement, Aaron derived pleasure from a number of pursuits, including Yiddish and Torah study groups, cultural activities, a Shakespeare class, and tutoring new immigrants. Together with his wife, he delighted in hosting friends and engaging in lively conversation with them. He was an avid reader of the New York Times, a World War II aficionado, and relished few things more than political discourse.
We will miss Aaron's sense of humor, wit, keen intelligence, support and love tremendously

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