Linda Rakoff

Linda Rakoff obituary, West Newton, MA

Linda Rakoff

Linda Rakoff Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brezniak Funeral Directors - Newton on Jan. 7, 2024.

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Rakoff, Linda (Riesenberg), of Newton, MA, passed away Jan 6, 2024. Beloved wife of Bryon Rakoff. Devoted mother of Rachel Elizabeth Rakoff. Funeral Service at Temple Reyim, 1860 Washington St., Newton, MA on Monday, January 8, 2024 at 12:30 pm. Interment to follow at Puritan Cemetery (776 Baker St., West Roxbury), memorial observance will be at the Rakoff home Monday through Thursday 4:00-6:00 pm and 7:00–8:30 pm, Ma'ariv service beginning each night at 7:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda's memory may be made to Mass General Cancer Center at Newton Wellesley, 2014 Washington St., Newton, MA 02462

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Mindi Wapner

January 14, 2024

Dear Bryon & Rachel,

We are so sorry about your loss. We know that the past few months had been very difficult, and yet apparently, Linda approached it as she had so much in her life - with passion & determination.

May her memory be a blessing.

Love always,
Mindi Wapner & Gary Babad

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