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Robert Krakoff Obituary

Of Boston, MA and Palm Beach, FL suddenly on March 23, 2007 in Boston, MA of an apparent heart attack. Beloved husband of Sandra Gusky Krakoff. Adored father of Roger (Lisa), Hope (Wendy) and Reed (Delphine). Cherished grandfather of Alexandra, Sophie, Justin, Lily, Helen, Oscar and Maude Krakoff. Son of Della and the late Frank Krakoff. Services will be on Monday, March 26, 2007 at 10 AM at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA. Parking on the Riverway. Donations in his memory may be made to Brigham and Women's Hospital, Development Office, 116 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115. Chairman and CEO of Nielsen Business Media, New York. He graduated magna cum laude from Pennsylvania State University and received an MBA from the Harvard Graduate School of Business. He was a member of Belmont CC, Palm Beach CC, the Lotos Club, the Harvard Club of Boston & New York, the University Club of Boston and the Core Club. He was loved and respected by all who knew him. Stanetsky Memorial Chapel www.stanetsky.com 1-800-842-4280

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 24 to Mar. 26, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Krakoff

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31 Entries

Paul Finnegan

March 18, 2020

Thinking of you today, SANDY. Many blessings, Paul

Emilio

March 18, 2019

Already 12 years!
Dear Bob rest in peace.
Emilio

Aileen Bordman

April 26, 2007

Dear Sandy,
Wishing strength and prayers for you and your family

Elaine Kirchen

April 3, 2007

Dear Sandy, Roger, Hope, and Reid,

May the memory of Bob enlighten your hearts as you go forward. As in life, he will always be with you.

Sincerely,
Elaine Kirchen

Elaine Kirchen

April 3, 2007

Emilio Ciapetti

April 2, 2007

Dear Sandy and family,
I have been informed only today of your loss.
I have no words to decribe my feelings: Bob was the best person I ever met and the one who changed my life.
I will never forget him and he will stay for ever in my thoughts and in my prays.
Emilio Ciapetti (Modena, Italy)

Mark Kuhar

March 29, 2007

My condolences to the family. I remember sitting next to Mr. Krakoff at an awards luncheon when he was president of Advanstar. I was a mere magazine editor and he was the head of the company, but he talked with me throughout the event without pretense and surprised me with his specific knowledge of my magazine and industry. That left a big impression on me. His leadership and expertise will be sorely missed.

Caroline Vanderlip

March 28, 2007

Roger,
My deepest condolences on the death of your father. My sympathies for you and your family at this sad time.

Emma Lewis

March 27, 2007

Dearest Sandy and Family,
I was dreadfully sorry to hear the shocking news of Bob's death. His absence in the world will leave a huge gap. I feel I have lost a tremendously courageous, loyal and charming friend who was inspiring in both his standards and determination. His place in my heart and that of many others is assured. May you find comfort in each other and the legacy of love he leaves.

Barbara Kalunian

March 26, 2007

Dear Hope and Krakoff Family,

Words provide small comfort at a time like this, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. God grant you strength and may you find comfort in your love for each other and your in your extended family and friends.

Lynne Kortenhaus

March 26, 2007

Dear Sandy, Roger, Reed, and Hope:

I learned today of Bob's passing while away on vacation. I wish I could have been there with you all today. Bob was a special and very rare man - a true gentle-man and I know that he will continue to live in all of our hearts forever. My deepest condolences to the entire family during this time. With much love to everyone, Lynne

Susanna Joannidis

March 26, 2007

Dear
Sandy and Family: I returned home this afternoon from a weekend away and was truly surprised to learn the sad news. I worked with Bob at
Cahners from 1981 until he left. He was a remarkable and memorable man
and I loved particularly his sense of humor. My prayers are with you
all at this difficult time.

Jennifer English

March 26, 2007

Dear Sandy, Hope Reed & Roger

Bob was a truly great man.
It was an honor to know him.

From the bottom of my heart, deepest sympathies to you all.

May the grace,love and wisdom which with you live life, be in great abundance to you as you mourn and celebrate Bob's life.

May the thoughts and prayers of all who have been blessed by your great gifts of care and friendship come back to you now as a source of strength and courage.

My deepest regrets for not being able to be there for you Hope on Monday. much love
Jennifer Sawyer English & family

Michael Gilmore

March 26, 2007

Dear Sandy,

We were deeply saddened by the news of Bob's passing. Few make the impact on humanity that Bob did, and he will be missed by many. Words can do little to mitigate your sadness at this time, but please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.

Laura Kevghas

March 26, 2007

Dear Sandy and family,

I was shocked to hear of Bob's sudden passing. I really enjoyed my time working with him at Advanstar, and it's sad to know that I'll never have that opportunity again. He was a demanding boss, but also a great mentor. And for all of the women who worked in the Boston office, I can assure you that every time we use one of our Coach bags, we'll think of Bob!

My prayers are with you that you will feel God's peace at this sad time.

Bill & Nancy Stevens, II

March 26, 2007

Dear Sandy & Family,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Having worked for Bob, I wanted you to know that I always admired and respected Bob. I have good memories of him and the work he did. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.

Douglas Gollan

March 26, 2007

Dear Sandy,

My deepest condolences to you and the entire family. During the two years I worked for Bob at Advanstar I learned so much. He was a great leader and a visionary, and rarely a week goes by that I don't think about 'what would Bob do?'

Bob touched so many people and will be dearly missed.

Cindy Rizzo Reagan

March 26, 2007

Sandy, Roger, Reed and Hope:
I was stunned to learn this morning of Bob's untimely passing. He was a friend and mentor to me at Cahners and beyond - a gentle giant of a man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult passage.

Tsuneaki Miyazaki

March 26, 2007

Dear Krakoff family,

We would like to send our deepest condolences to your beloved husband and father from Osaka, Japan. He signed the page of most important document, to start our new era as Billboard family in Japan last August. We are certain that he will be with us forever, and share long future ahead.

May he rest in peace.

Dee Bouffard

March 26, 2007

Hope,
I am very sad to hear of your loss. The entire team is thinking of you and your family. Please reach out to us if you need anything done.

Althea & Buddy Lank

March 26, 2007

Dear
Sandy and children, Buddy and I were shocked beyond belief about your loss. Bob looked so handsome and well at the dinner in Palm
beach last month. His smile and his brilliance will be sorely missed by everyone. Fondly Althea and buddy

Paul Finnegan

March 25, 2007

Deaar Sandy and Family, I am profoundly shocked and saddened by the sudden loss of your dear husband, father and grandfather. I hold him and all of you in my prayers. With greatest sympathy,

Barbara and Nate Greenberg

March 25, 2007

Dearest Sandy and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time. Our thoughts and love are with you. We will speak to you soon. Deepest love, Barbara and Nate Greenberg

sid topol

March 24, 2007

Dear Sandy and family..

We are in Sarasota and just learned of your loss.

We were saddened and shocked...our love goes out to you and the entire family..

sorry we cannot be with you on Monday.

Libby and Sidney Topol

Allan Kennedy

March 24, 2007

Dear Sandy, Roger, Reed, and Hope.
My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Bob will be sorely missed by a lot of people, especailly, of course, by his family. All the best to you all.

Monica (Vila) O'Reilly

March 24, 2007

Dear Sandy, Roger, Reed and Hope, I am so very sorry for your loss. So many of us who loved him owe him so much he will forever live in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

John Ryan

March 24, 2007

Very sad and surprising news for Bob's HBS classmates. Our sympathies go out to Sandy and all his family and friends.

Mary Beth Rebedeau

March 24, 2007

Dear Sandy and Family,
We will honor Bob's great contributions to the industry and to the lives of many many people as SISO gathers in Miami this week. On behalf of the Board and members, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Deanna Gould

March 24, 2007

Dear Sandy and Family,

It's a sad day for all of us who knew, worked and admired Bob. I was so fortunate to have him as a mentor and supporter through Cahners, Advanstar and beyond. He was a gentle giant. You know he's already putting a deal together, wherever he is!

Warm Regards,

ALAN M. WEINER

March 24, 2007

Dear Sandy and family,

I will miss Bob a great deal. I have worked with Bob as his accountant for more than two decades and have always admired his grasp of the tax laws, and the ways of the world. He was a kind and gentle man who gave of himself in so many tangible ways. My warmest thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you and your family.

Rayna Burns

March 24, 2007

Dear Sandy and family,

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I wanted you to know that I always admired and respected Bob. I hold the fondest memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.

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