Obituary of Adam Forrest Rappaport

Adam Forrest Rappaport, 29 of Albany, NY died on Sunday October 19, 2014. Born in Albany, Adam was a lifelong resident. He received his associate’s degree in Electrical Construction and Maintenance from Hudson Valley Community College. Adam was the beloved son of Mark E. Rappaport (Fiancé Julie O’Neill) of Albany and Maryanne Helm Rappaport of Schenectady. Brother of Matthew Catalfamo (Jamie) of Rotterdam, NY and Leah Rappaport (Gage Rych) of Troy, NY. Paternal grandson of Lillian Rappaport of Albany and the late Byron Rappaport. Adam was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Walter and Anne Helm. Adam will be missed by his family and friends and will be remembered for his love and generosity. He received much joy from the simple things in life. As the saying goes, he had a heart 2 sizes too big. A memorial service will be held at Congregation Berith Shalom, 167 Third Street in Troy on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at 10:30am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Those wishing to remember Adam in a special way may make a memorial contribution to a substance abuse treatment program of your choice, the Capital City Rescue Mission 229, South Pearl Street Albany, NY 12202 or the Rabbi’s discretionary fund at Congregation Berith Sholom. Adam’s family will be observing their period of mourning privately.