Vivian P. Rapkin Obituary
The passing of Vivian P. Rapkin (Wellesley, Massachusetts), born in Rochester, New York leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 7, 2025 at the age of 93. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Vivian P. Rapkin to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Vivian find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 9th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the Temple Beth Elohim (10 Bethel Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481). A shiva was held on Wednesday, April 9th 2025 from 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, on Thursday, April 10th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM and on Friday, April 11th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. A burial was held on Wednesday, April 9th 2025 at 5:00 PM at the Baker Street Jewish Cemeteries (776 Baker St, West Roxbury, MA 02132).
Donations in her honor may be made to Boston organizations that were meaningful to Vivian; Our Generation Speaks (ogspeaks.com) or Combined Jewish Philanthropies (ma.cjp.org).
