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Harvey Golubock Obituary
Harvey was born on May 27, 1946, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Yale University in 1968 with a degree in philosophy and from Harvard Law School in 1971. Harvey had a successful career in law; before moving to Vermont in 1996, he was a federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of New York and the deputy first assistant attorney general for the State of New York. In Vermont, he served as director of the Vermont Human Rights Commission and as an attorney in the Vermont Attorney General's office. After his retirement, Harvey volunteered as a guardian ad litem and served on the Montpelier Development Review Board. Harvey resided in Peacham from 1996-2008. Thereafter, he lived in Montpelier and Berlin.
Harvey is survived by his sons, Peter and David Golubock; his sister, Carol Golubock and her husband, Arthur Watson; his former wife, Marsha Garrison; and his nieces, Beccah and Sarah Watson. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Harold Leo Golubock and Gertrude Jordan Golubock.
Harvey will be sorely missed by his family, friends and his beloved dog, Cookie. A memorial service will take place on Thursday, April 9, at 9:30 a.m., at the Beth El Synagogue, 1097 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, Vermont. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Harvey's life. Contributions in Harvey's memory may be sent to the National Alliance on Mental Illness Vermont, 600 Blair Park Road, Suite 301, Williston, VT 05495 or namivt.org. The family will receive visitors from 3-5 p.m. on the day of the service at the family home, 2128 Slack Street, Peacham.
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for Harvey Golubock
ruth nordenbrook
March 31, 2023
On my way to Atlantic Avenue I often walk past the apartment on Sidney Place where Harvey lived when we were friends. I think of him as he was then. He is not forgotten here in Brooklyn!
Ruth Nordenbrook
Donna Barden
April 15, 2015
Harvey and I carpooled to classes in Burlington. He was a very humble, gentle, soul. Our conversations on the way to Burlington and back were always interesting. He worked sooo hard... I am so very sad. What a loss~
April 15, 2015
Harvey and I car pooled together for a few months, while we attended classes In Burlington. Harvey was such a gentle soul, very kind and generous. In addition, a very humble man. In sadness Donna Barden
Ruth Nordenbrook
April 12, 2015
Harvey & I served together in the Fraud Section of the US Attorneys Office in Brooklyn. It was a small unit & Harvey was an integral part of it, with his intelligence, dedication and wry sense of humor. He was also a oersonal friend. His death saddens me deeply & I offer my deepest condolences to the family.
Josh Fitzhugh
April 10, 2015
This notice saddens me greatly. I first met Harvey and his then wife Marsha at an event related to Brooklyn Law School, where Marsha taught and I attended. We then crossed paths periodically in Montpelier and talked about law, civil right or sugaring. (The house in Corinth had an old sugar shack on it, as I recall.) Harvey was a gentle and kind man, who in my experience always tried to do the right and just thing. He has left us all too soon. My condolences to his family.
April 10, 2015
Harvey we loved you. Wendy Rieger
Alan Rome
April 9, 2015
Harvey and I had many cases together in the Washington Juvenile Court. He was quite dedicated to serve the best interests of the children in this challenging area of the law. He will be missed.
Krystal Fuller
April 9, 2015
Harvey was a part of our Member-Owner labor program here at Hunger Mountain Coop and helped us out with bagging. We enjoyed having Harvey be a part of our team and he will be missed. Sending our thoughts and condolences to his family and friends from all of us at The Coop. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Stacie Rounds
April 9, 2015
I worked with Harvey as a GAL and enjoyed talking with him very much. He was thoughtful and caring and worked hard for the children of central Vermont. I wish I had told him how much I liked him and what a wonderful person he was. I hope he has found peace.
Catherine Magid
April 7, 2015
Arthur & Carol & sarah
We are so sorry to hear about this news. We love your Sarah so and send our love during this terrible time. Catherine Magid
April 6, 2015
Harvey was a dear friend. It will take years to get over this loss. I loved Harvey and his dog, Cookie. Wendy Rieger
Hope krenick
April 6, 2015
Harvey, you will be forever in my heart. Thank you for everything you did for me. Most of all thank you for your friendship and encouragement. My heart is broken... never to see you again. I hope you have found peace my friend. ❤
Nancy Rieger
April 6, 2015
I met Harvey through my sister about six years ago. I knew of his struggles and admired the way he tried to overcome them. May he now know peace.
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