Alice Issokson Shapiro of Newton died May 29.

Alice was born on the Vineyard in 1917. She had a great love for the Island, and though she was away for many years, she still referred to it as her home.

Survivors include a sister, Doris Shumrak of Natick; a brother, Sam Issokson of Vineyard Haven; a sister in law, Pearl Issokson of Vineyard Haven; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Louis Shapiro, and a brother, Yale Issokson.

Donations in her memory may be made to Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center, P.O. Box 692 Vineyard Haven, MA 02568 or to the charity of your choice.