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YOLANDA PEREZ Obituary

PEREZ--Yolanda. Yolanda Perez, beloved aunt and sister passed away February 8, 2024 at the age of 85. She was a daughter of Jose and Eufemia Perez from Guayanilla, Puerto Rico. Of her four siblings, she is survived by her brother Orlando. She immigrated to New York in the 1950's. She made her work as a legal secretary at Legal Services of New York City, a premier organization for social justice in New York and across the nation. She cared for her community in Park Slope, Brooklyn and loved to walk and run in Prospect Park. She is mourned by her many nieces and nephews and those that knew her.

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Published by New York Times on Feb. 21, 2024.

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Delia J

March 23, 2024

I remember when I was a kid and growing up in PR her and my mom talking over the phone for hours. That definitely is a talent of the Perez family.
I remember asking my mom to let me say hi to her and how sweet her voice sounded.
Titi Yolie spent some vacation time with us and was a person many of her nieces and nephews looked up to. All I wanted to do as a child was to imitate her.
When I moved to NYC for residency, she was my family connection. And I made sure I dressed well and had make up on whenever I visited her.
She made me aware of fashion. She also gave me support when I was homesick. She was the only person that cared for me when I had to have surgery at Mt. Sinai Hospital in 2003.
I will always appreciate those moments and will remember her kindness.
Rest in peace titi Yolie

Kim

March 2, 2024

She showed me distance is not felt when you love someone. As a child used to write letters and share experiences. As a child looked at her as the person to be when I grow up - she was funny, intelligent, beautiful and sexy. Told me how important was to take care of body and soul. She was so caring of others. And yes, we all laughed as she would fall asleep in the couch easily. Will miss our chats. Love you Titi Yoly

Brian

March 2, 2024

Yolanda was the "cool" Aunt who showed me the city during my teenage years, opening my eyes to the art of haggling with the shop owners on Canal Street and talking about yoga and crystals and alternative medicine. She always bought me and my brother clothes like sweaters and shirts for Christmas - and stay for a while, falling asleep on the couch. We'd listen to music and best of all, she always had Juicy Fruit gum for us! I will miss he free spirted nature. Love you TiTi Yoli!

Nelson

February 23, 2024

Thank you Georgette. She was a beautiful woman. That was much appreciated.

Nelson

February 23, 2024

Thank you Malverne Funeral Home, (especially Tammy) our very present help in time of trouble.

Georgette

February 21, 2024

I didn't know her but read the obituary in the paper she was beautiful my condolences to those who loved her

Malverne Funeral Home Anthony J. Walsh & Son, Inc.

February 9, 2024

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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