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Ronald H Schmidt
July 9, 2025
Herb was all those attributes as described in his Obit. An especially good teller of humorous stories. A true privledge to have known him. An awesome experience.
July 1, 2013
Miss you Dad and Mom so much. I know you welcomed Maurice with open arms. Just remind him no french fries!
Love you all and miss you dearly.
xxoo
Tara
Britt R.
March 17, 2012
I was thinking about you today Papou. I miss you and Mingey.
Love,
Britt
carole wilson-gilmore
January 16, 2011
To the vonGal family. I had the pleasures of babysitting for some the children. I was there when they opened the Radiological Group in Greenwich. I worked there for years till I married and moved. I visited him every time I returned to Greenwich sometimes with my children. He was a wonderfu person. Carole Wilson Gilmore
Alex deCholnoky
January 16, 2011
To the von Gal family:
As some of you may remember, Dr. von Gal helped me succeed in my efforts to graduate from medical school. I learned a great deal from his example. I will do my best to carry on in implementing the valuable advice he gave me. With condolences and best personal regards,
Sandy Banyard
January 12, 2011
My condolences to the entire von Gal family. Herb was a valued mentor and friend to my late husband. He was a kind and caring physician during my daughter's illness so many years ago. His humor, compassion, and wonderful rambling letters bring a smile.
January 5, 2011
To the Von Gal Family: I was so sorry to hear of Dr. Von Gal's passing. It was a pleasure and an honor to work along side him at GH. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
~Beth Clark
Nelson Schmitz
January 5, 2011
To the Von Gal family: I had the honor of working with Dr. Von Gal as a high school kid in the '60's processing X ray films at his practice in the "original" medical building. I will always remember his warmth, his compassion for his patients, and his patience with me while he gently and efficiently taught me how to do my job correctly. In many ways, I owe the remainder of my career to him, simply because I wanted to emulate him from that point forward.
He was a gift to us all, and God bless his wonderful soul.
Respectfully,
Nelson Schmitz (and Susan)
Woodinville, WA
January 4, 2011
To All the Von Gal Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Dr.Von Gal's passing. I worked with him at Greenwich Hospital and in his private practice for 7years. He was kind,funny and a very compassionate to his patients and their families. He was also a wonderful man to work for. I loved his stories about the war and his getting married to his love Carol and all his children. He will always be in my prayers. My deepest sympathy to you all,
Fondly,
Karen Mutino Rye, New York
Mark Thompson
January 3, 2011
Dear Von Gal Family:
The physicians and staff of the Fairfield County Medical Association were sorry to learn of the death, Herbert V. Von Gal, MD. He was a valued member of the association since April 1958.
May we extend our sincere sympathy to your family and wish you all well. Also, please do not hesitate to give us a call if we can be of assistance.
Kay Pennington-Cantrell
January 2, 2011
I had the honor of working with Dr. vonGal at Greenwich Hospital. There was not a more compassionate caring man than he was. Gathering to listen to one of his great stories and seeing the twinkle in his eye when he spoke of his family who were so dear to him was the best part of our day. And we loved when he'd drive the Winnebago to work. What a legacy he has left. I say goodbye with a smile on my faces and so many great memories in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thank you for sharing your dad with all of us. Everyone is a better person for having known him.
Verena de Cholnoky
January 2, 2011
Dearest Von Gal family,
I just learned this sad news. Your father was truly an angel that shared his time with us all on earth. Perhaps that is why he left so close to Christmas. He was always a great gentlemen right until the end; caring, charming, entertaining and handsome. Everyone always loved to see him and be around him. He brightened everyone's day. He also helped so many people, including members of my own family, for which I am truly thankful. I am very, very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Verena de Cholnoky and family.
Sally Wong-Coviello
January 2, 2011
Prayers to the Von Gal family. I remember his smile and kindness . . . and his sneezes!! Will miss him.
Patti Mullen
December 31, 2010
To Bart and all the Von Gal Family ~
So sorry for your loss. I will always remember your father as a kind and gentle spoken man who had a twinkle in his eyes....surely a reflection of his lovely wife and each of you. Carry on and know that many are holding you all close to our hearts. love - Patti Johnston Mullen
Bob Delage
December 31, 2010
To the von Gal Family, your father and husband was a great friend while I was growing up in Cos Cob. I was your delivery boy of the Greenwich Times when you lived on River Lane. I occasionaly met your dad in and around Greenwich through out my live and he was a great friend. I am deeply saddened by your loss. I think of your small family quite a bit as the years passed by. I still will. Love, Bob Delage
December 30, 2010
Dear Von Gal family:
It is with deep regret to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayer are with you during this difficult time
The Bentley Family, Fairfield, Ct
Bentley family
December 30, 2010
Dear Von Gal family:
It is with deep regret to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayer are with you during this difficult time.
Edward Murphy
December 30, 2010
To the Von Gal Family:
Some of my fondest memories involve bumping into Doc while going to sit with my dad (Dr. Joseph Murphy, one of Doc's partners) at the hospital. Doc always had a kind word, a warm smile, and, of course, a good story. Whether I was 8 or 28, I looked forward to chatting with Doc. I know my father cherished their friendship. Doc was truly a wonderful man.
December 30, 2010
To the Von Gal Family
Sending prayers.
Blanche Jacobitz Sefcik
Greenwich Hospital Class of 1938
Albert Varner
December 30, 2010
To Dr. Von Gal's family: It was my pleasure to know the good Doctor when we worked together at Greenwich Hospital. Always pleasaant, upbeat and ready to chat or answer questions making my job easier.
So many good memories of a life well lived.
Al Varner
December 30, 2010
I was 20 years old, and away from home for the first time when I started work at Greenwich Hospital. Four of us came from Vermont,and Dr and Mrs Von Gal would always ask us to come for dinner fro special holidays.. All the staff adored him, and would egg him on..didn't take much. To this day when I hear a loud sneeze,I think of Herb. I actually have several letters and cards he wrote me over the years..thinking of you all. Peg McKinnon Hansen, The Villages , Florida
Jennie Garamella-Cocozza
December 30, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of such a wonderful person whom I was lucky enough to work with for many years at Greenwich Hospital.
Dr Von Gal was an excellent, caring man who loved life and will be so missed by everyone......I have so many wonderful memories.
Jim Weeks
December 29, 2010
What an incredibly caring clinician and gentleman. It was a joy to be in his company and consume his wisdom and joy. I used to service his view boxes and he would share his life stories. I will forever recall his ever present smile and warm greetings as he would traverse the hallways of Greenwich Hospital.
December 29, 2010
"To the von Gal families, our sincere condolences at your father's passing."
- with deepest sympathy The Reilly's (Greenwich & NYC)
December 29, 2010
Dear Tim and family, We were all sad to learn of your Dad's passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. "Deep inside grief is the love that gave it birth". Your Dad was well loved. Love,Barb and Jim Boyle and Family
Merrill O'Donnell-Rosedale
December 29, 2010
For Ann and the entire von Gal family, my deepest sympathies.
Your father was a wonderful man that you will carry in your hearts forever.
George Poillon
December 29, 2010
Dear Von Gal Family, I was saddened to hear about your dads passing. He was a wonderful person, always with a smile on his face. I always felt good after talking with him. He brought joy to many people. I will remember him in my prayers. Sincerely, George M. Poillon,jr
Pat Perrone
December 29, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Herb Von Gal since 1977. I still can remember his great stories, but most of all I remember what a kind and gentle man he was. The thought of him always brings a smile to my face.
My hope to all that loved Herb is that soon the sadness of his passing will be filled with the happy memories of a life well lived.
Elisa Foley
December 29, 2010
To the Von Gal family,
My mom, Margaret Bartoli, and I were very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Dr. Von Gal was a great man and we were so fortunate to have known him. He and my dad Dan (who passed away in June) had shared a great friendship over many years. I fondly remember Dr. Von Gal helping me to irradiate fruitflies for a high school biology project. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we hope that all the happy memories will comfort you during this difficult time. Elisa (Bartoli) Foley
Micki & Jerry Lee
December 29, 2010
We are sorry to get the sad news about our old friend Herb Von Gal. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
Maria Grady Murphy
December 29, 2010
Reed and family - So sad to learn this news about Dr. Von Gal. I was just in Greenwich for Christmas and drove past your house on North Street. Always brings back fond memories of slumber parties. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Anne & John Maloney
December 29, 2010
To Tim and all of your family-
Our hearts are sad for you as you experience the loss of an amazing father, grandfather and gentleman. Please be assured that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I can see your mom's smile as she greeted him with open arms and escorted him into the pearly gates.Together again, forever. May you all find comfort in being together as a family and sharing happy memories.
December 29, 2010
To Ann and Mia and of course all the von Gal family. Sorry for the loss of a wonderful father. Spending overnites at your home is one of the few memories I have of my North Street School days. I always found pennies on the floor.
He'll always be a gentle giant in my eyes.
Peace be with you,
Kathy Stelling
December 29, 2010
Dear Von Gal family,
Your dad was an amazing patriarch, gentleman, and caretaker. It has been an honor to know Herb and his legacy is you all also amazing. My thoughts are with you all.
Love,
Nancy Williams
Ann Marie Coviello
December 29, 2010
To the Von Gal family:
Dr. Von Gal was a stand up guy. Always with a smile and treating all of his patients with quiet dignity. As member of the Greenwich Hospital family he will be missed. I will keep Dr.Von Gol and your entire family in my prayers.
Ann Marie Coviello
Case Management Department
Greenwich Hospital
December 28, 2010
Class Act.
We are sorry for your loss.
warm regards,
The Healy Family
Steve Healy
December 28, 2010
spent so much time there I was practically number 10. to all the members of my other family your dad is the benchmark of a true gentleman that will never be matched
My thoughts are with all of you
S.H.H
Emily von Gal
December 28, 2010
My regards go out to all of the von Gal/ Vreeland families. Herb may pass on as a proud man since he has left so many wonderful children and family to honor his name and pass on his memories. We will miss you Herb you are an insperation to us all.
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