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Wally Amos: The Man Who Baked His Way into America's Heart Remembered

The world lost a legendary entrepreneur and a true original in Wallace "Wally" Amos, who passed away at the age of 88. Known for creating the iconic Famous Amos chocolate chip cookies, Wally Amos left behind a legacy as rich and satisfying as the cookies he baked. He passed away peacefully at his home in Honolulu, surrounded by his family, after a long battle with dementia.

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Wally Amos, founder of Famous Amos cookies, dies at 88

Wally Amos, the charismatic founder of Famous Amos cookies, has died at age 88, according to a statement signed by his children.