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1987
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Adam Rapoport Obituary
Virginia Beach - Adam Ross Rapoport departed this life on Thursday, January 25, 2018. Adam was born in Norfolk, VA, on March 31, 1987 and graduated from Western Branch High School and Roanoke College, Class of 2009. He then attended graduate school at The New England School of Acupuncture, Wilderness Survival Skills School in Montana, several culinary institutions, and was an accomplished sommelier and chef in New York City.
Adam had an insatiable taste for adventure, and he inspired everyone who crossed his path. He loved the culinary arts, spirituality, reading, nature, and expressing himself through his artwork. He traveled the world and published a part of his journey in his memoir, "Memory of a Vagabond."
Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Reid and Rebecca Rapoport; sister Lindsay Rapoport and fiancé Anthony Elterman; Uncle Steven and Aunt Troy Rapoport; cousins Samuel and Julia Rapoport; partner Nicole Porter; and a host of loving extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, Adam would love for you to remember him by donating to one of the following charities: The Nature Conservancy, Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, or The ASPCA. A private memorial service was held sea bound on February 3, 2018. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.
"The light that burns twice as bright burns half as long." Adam, we love you more than you know.
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Kristen Johnson
August 22, 2022
Adam. I thought you’d gone off the grid and would reappear some day with new stories of the adventures you had. I was waiting for your sequel that you were always working on.
To his family, I’m so sorry for your loss. He was such an incredible person. He was a true example of leading a life that meant something and he believed in.
❤
April 7, 2018
With love and gratitude for everything.
Tawni Lee McWhinney
February 27, 2018
God Bless & Rest In Peace
I'm Very Honored To Have Known You
Fran Jones
February 20, 2018
I taught Adam at WBHS. He was a very mature young man, even as a sophomore. He was one of those students that stood out in a good way, very polite and friendly. You are in my prayers.
Alex Corsetti
February 16, 2018
Adam was his own man and that's rare nowadays. One of the funniest and most learned people I've ever known. The world will never be the same and that's our loss. I am honored to call him my friend.
Harry and Janet Purcell
February 11, 2018
Please know that you and your family continue to be in our prayers.
Our deepest sympathies ,
Harry and Janet Purcell
Earl and Diane Griffin
February 9, 2018
Dear Reid and Becky,
What an extraordinary young man, gone too soon! We are holding your family in our hearts and prayers; may God's grace and comfort find and abide with you
Patricia Archibald
February 8, 2018
I taught Adam at WBHS, and he was a real delight.He was always upbeat. He already was a multifaceted young man as he taught our class about handwriting analysis and had entertaining strategies for teaching the class about SAT vocabulary. I have lots of good memories. I'm glad our paths crossed.
Kathy Willis
February 8, 2018
I am so sorry to hear about Adam. He was my Architectural Design student at Wbhs. He always made me laugh. I will be praying for all of you.
Kathleen Daughtrey Hendrix
February 6, 2018
To Reid and Becky, and beautiful family, I cannot stop thinking of you and the grief you are feeling. My heart goes out to you. There are no words.
Theresa Chick
February 6, 2018
Dear Becky and Reid,
I can't imagine why your son was taken at such a young age. Your sadness carries over to all of us. My heart is heavy for you and all that knew and loved your Adam
February 6, 2018
Becky and Reid,
We were so saddened to hear about the loss of your son and offer our heart felt sincere condolences. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. Our deepest sympathy to your daughter Lindsay and extended family.
Paulette and Wayne LeGrande, Chesapeake, Virginia
Greg Pomije
February 5, 2018
Dear Becky and Reid, I was deeply saddened to learn of Adam's passing. I remember when he and my older son took Tae Kwon Do lessons together years ago. My sincere condolences to you, your daughter Lindsay, and your extended family.
Faith Luna
February 5, 2018
Dear Becky and Reid, I am so sorry for the loss of your son and you are very deeply in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you are taking solace in the good memories you will always have of Adam. Sincerely, Faith
Giovanni Donatelli
February 5, 2018
Our love and our thoughts are with you during this tragic time. On behalf of the Donatelli family, please know that we are there for you should you need anything.
February 5, 2018
Dear Reid and Becky, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We offer our sincere condolences. I can't imagine the gut wrenching pain and sorrow your are feeling. With much love, Take care, Walter and Sue
Denny Hollowell
February 4, 2018
Seeing the name Rapoport in the obituary I thought of you Reid and your family. I'm so sorry to see this is your son who passed away. May Almighty God give you and your family comfort at this time of loss.
Bernie Kirsch
February 4, 2018
I am grieving for Reid and Rebecca. To lose a beloved son destroys the natural order of the universeRemember Adam for his kindess and may he rest in peace.
Ava Dunlow
February 4, 2018
Reid and Becky,
So very sorry for the loss of your beloved son. Thinking of you and praying for God's special strength and comfort to be upon you and your family.
God bless, Ava Julian Dunlow
Adelia Dee Acors
February 4, 2018
So sorry to here of your sons passing. Way to young to leave this world. I know he had to many more things to do. God bless you and Rebecca in this time of sorry. Always know the Lord will be with you every step of the way. He will carry you when you think that you can not make it. I to lost my brother just after Christmas. It has been hard.
May the Lord be with you
Love you
Dee
Michael and Cheryl Stallings
February 4, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.
Steve Scott
February 4, 2018
Reid and Becky-So sorry to hear of your loss. Joan and I are thinking of you all. Time passes too quickly sometimes.
Mike and Cheryl Stallings
February 4, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of extreme sorrow.
Rick Burnell
February 4, 2018
I am holding your family in my thoughts and prayers. May God's love be with you during this time of grief.
February 4, 2018
Reid and Becky,
It's Chuck (Davis) your old friend. I am thinking of you and feel very, very sad for you from here in Ecuador. Bless your hearts. I am so, so sorry you have lost your son. I can only imagine your pain and wish you better times in the future Love, Chuck
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