With solemn reverence, we commemorate Abdul-Karim Rafeq of Watertown, Massachusetts, whose life came to an end on June 8, 2024 at the age of 93, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Abdul-Karim Rafeq to show support.

He was loved and cherished by many people including : his parents, Samaan Rafeq and Zahia Rafeq; his children, Dr. Samaan, Dr. Zahi, Zahia and Dr. Samir; his children-in-law, Lara and Rachel; and his grandchildren, Elias Nicholas, Sophia Mary, Marcus Karim and Jude Lucas. He was also cherished by his family and friends.

A funeral service was held on Wednesday, June 12th 2024 at 11:30 AM at the Our Lady of the Annunciation Melkite Cathedral (7 VFW Pkwy, Boston, MA 02132). A burial was held on Wednesday, June 12th 2024 at 12:45 PM at the Mt. Benedict Cemetery. Visitation was held on Wednesday, June 12th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Kfoury Keefe Funeral Home (8 Spring St, West Roxbury, MA 02132).

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you instead make a donation to the Arts and Science Annual Fund at the College of William and Mary in memory of Professor Abdul-Karim Rafeq (https://give.wm.edu). Please see the link below under donations.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Kfoury Keefe Funeral Home