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George Tomal Obituary

TOMAL--George, one of New Jersey Ballets founding directors, passed away on February 11 after a long illness. He was 83. Tomal danced with American Ballet Theatre, Roland Petits Ballet, Igor Schwezoffs Ballet Concerts Company and New Jersey Ballet. He choreographed more than 100 dance works for NJB including 16 operas and the company's production of Nutcracker, now in its 38th season. Mr. Tomal leaves a brother, Carl, sisterin-law Rose and niece Ann Marie, all of Chicago. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to New Jersey Ballet, 15 Microlab Road, Livingston, NJ 07039.

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Published by New York Times from Feb. 13 to Feb. 14, 2008.

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Paul Mondshein

May 19, 2022

Mr. Tomal was my dance teacher for two years.
He was a fine gentleman and an excellent teacher.
I was lucky to have known such a fine man.
He had a great sense of humor. I miss him.
Also, he was a fine talent. That is an understatement

Hank and Martha Bennett

May 13, 2008

A great man is gone but will be fondly remembered by thousands.

john and eleanor d'antuono vrabel

February 14, 2008

we love you and we will miss you.

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