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In memory of
Raul López
1937 - December 26, 2020
1937 - Dec 26, 2020
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Raul López
1937-2020
Raul López, the shoeshine boy who would go on to open doors for generations of Latinx and African-Americans in the city of Newark, died on Saturday, December 26, 2020.
Born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico to Ricardo Huertas-López and Milagros Feliciano-Huertas in 1937, Raul was one of thirteen children. As a teenager, Raul began shining shoes in an effort to earn money for himself and his family. He would …
Raul López
1937-2020
Raul López, the shoeshine boy who would go on to open doors for generations of Latinx and African-Americans in the city of Newark, died on Saturday, December 26, 2020.
Born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico to Ricardo Huertas-López and Milagros Feliciano-Huertas in 1937, Raul was one of thirteen children. As a teenager, Raul began shining shoes in an effort to earn money for himself and his family. He would …
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I learned that you reap what you sow. Raul was the epitome of a public servant. He was kind, giving and helpful to ever…
I learned that you reap what you sow. Raul was the epitome of a public servant. He was kind, giving…
I learned that you reap what you sow. Raul was the epitome of a …
Rest in Peace Papa 👼🏼 you left an impact on all our lives, thank you for being you. My condolences and prayers to the e…
Rest in Peace Papa 👼🏼 you left an impact on all our lives, thank you for being you. My condolences …
Rest in Peace Papa 👼🏼 you left an impact on all our lives, thank…
Timeline
Born
1937
Passed away
December 26th, 2020
Newark, New Jersey
Survived by
Blanca “Kookie” Lopez
Daughter
Amanda Cabrera
Granddaughter
Stefanie Ruiz
Niece
Elizabeth Lopez
Niece
Gianna Lopez
Granddaughter
Cindy Ruiz
Niece
Melissa Lamboy
Niece
Iris Ruiz
Sister
Victor Vazquez
Cousin
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Cause of death
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Method of disposition
Burial
Funeral services provided by
Alvarez Funeral Home
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Please consider a donation to Help with funeral costs..
$3,525.45
of $8,000 goal
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