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