Herbert M. Yood, 84, originally of Arlington and former longtime resident of Belmont, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2022.  Born in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Molly (Fisher) Yood and Dr. Alfred Yood of Arlington.

Herbert was a 1955 graduate of Belmont Hill School and Brandeis University class of 1963. He  served honorably in the United States Marine Corps 1957-61.  He was most passionate about teaching and taught at Arlington Junior High East and Arlington High School for 28 years.  He enjoyed reading, keeping up with friends and former students, and wintering in Florida for over 20 years.  Most importantly, Herbert loved helping people.  He took great pleasure in spending time with his granddaughter Isabella, particularly in her younger years.

Herbert is survived by three daughters, Sarah Bateman and her husband, Wilfred of Northbridge, Rebecca Yood of Lynn, and Honey Beuf of Pennsylvania.  He also leaves behind two sisters, Bernice Roth, husband Leslie, of Coral Gables, FL and Phyllis Beineke of Newton, his former wife Linda Dietrich of Belmont and his beloved granddaughter, Isabella Biamonte of Northbridge.

Funeral arrangements are being held privately with interment being held at Bourne National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston, www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com