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Herbert Yalof Obituary

YALOF--Herbert G., 72, of Queechee, VT, died September 21, 2009 after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved husband of 50 years of Ina (Schwartz). Devoted father of Leslie Yalof Garfield, Stephen, (Liora), Suze Yalof Schwartz, (Marc). Loving grandfather of eight. Born in Brooklyn, NY. Mr. Yalof had a long and distinguished career in retail fashion including President and Chief Operating Officer of Macy's North East. He spent many years in charitable service and was honored in 1986 as the University of Florida's outstanding alumni of the year. Herb was known for his kindness, generosity and great sense of humor. He was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. Services today, September 23, 1:15pm at "The Riverside", West 76th St. and Amsterdam Ave. Donations may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical School, 1 Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756.

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Published by New York Times on Sep. 23, 2009.

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Our hearts are with you today, Ina, Leslie, Steve & Suze. We loved Herbie and am happy that we were able to see him in May. Love from your extended family, Joanne & Sue Chopak

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