Howard Carl Obituary

My brother, a De Paul grad. & B Ball player called me today to tell me of Hershey's death...I played with him at Von Steuben...as I was mostly on the bench I had a perfect view of his magical ability on the court...indeed, he was the first "Magic"...I also remember those summers when he worked at Riverview practicing his under handed free throws when there were no paying custumers! My condolences to his family.

I grew up down the street from Mr. Carl and was part of his childrens life (Adam & Josh) through the school years. He was a kind man and always made time for his family and to play ball with all the kids. The Carl home was always a warm place. My best wishes to the whole family and friends.

to the Carl family,



i knew hershey as friend to my brother michael raife.i have many fond memories of him in our home . i know he will be missed by all who knew him,however, all of our memories and great times will truly be remembered.

To the Carl Family, I have fond memories of Howie from seeing him play at DePaul to our later years with Windy City Seniors. He was not only a great player but a joy to be with. I know the last few years were hard on all, but the mark he left can not be forgotten. I was at the game that he scored 43 and as Coach Ray later said if the 3 point rule was in, he would have had over 50. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dear Sam and family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one Hershey. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your families at this time.

What more can one say about the Legend. Being a Huge Depaul fan, I always looked forward to being around this idol, but what I learned from the many years of being around via the family was that the Legend was not the 5-9 Jewish Basketball Star but rather who he was as a person and what values he taught and acted out each minute of his life. It was a privlidge and honor to think of him as a father figure. Amazing how I never EVER saw him without a glowing smile on his face, even during his hardest battles with his illnesses. Coming out again this Summer to Hoop for Hope inspired us all. A legend he was and will forever be. I only hope and wish I can live my life the way he did with such honor and dignity. My sincere condolences to the whole Carl family. I know he is in a better place and smiling again as we speak. You will be dearly missed but NEVER forgotten.

Our deepest condolences to the whole Carl family.

Dear Judy & Family,

Our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your beloved husband & father, Howie. It was a pleasure to know him. Jerry remembers all the great games at Von Steuben & on the golf course at Hillcrest. He will be missed by all who knew him.

To Judy: My deepest condolences to you. I loved Howie and its hard to believe he is gone, we had some good times together; when he was alive he was a fun and wonderul man.

Take care of yourself and my deepest sympathy is what I send to you and your family.

Micki

Please accept our condolences on your loss. Hersey was indeed an inspiration to everyone who ever watched him play the game. He taught us all to never give up. I have often heard about the loving relationship in your family. You are in our prayers and hearts.

Barbara & Erwin Glass

Sam and family..my brother Jack told me he remembered quite well your brother's glory days at De Paul.. brother Bob said he knew him as great guy, also..condolences, from my family to yours...

I saw Hershey Carl play when he was at Von Stueben and later at DePaul. He was a magician on the basketball court. He usually beat my team at Roosevelt High School in Chicago. In his last game against Roosevelt he made a shot from 2/3 the length of the court as the first half ended. He only scored 40 points in that game. He was my Michael Jordan during the late 1950s. RIP.

To all the Carl's,



I had known Hershey since I was a little boy learning how to play baketball at Eugene Field courts. I watched Hershey grow up at Von and become the best baketball player in the City. I remember Hershey along with my brother Harvey winning the city chapionship in 1955. He was the BEST!

He'll be missed by all but never forgotten!

My Deepest Sympathy. Howard and His Family are in My Thoughts and Prayers........Chuck

Dear Carl family,



So sorry to hear about your loss. I loved seeing how Josh and Adam looked up to their father when we were all children. He inspired you to be the best that you could be. I think of you all often and miss you much.



Your friend,

Adam B. Stein

Just heard about Howie from Mom and Esther. I remember my 'big' cousin well. Between Howie's playing for DePaul and my brother, Stuart's passion for basketball, I became a life long fan of the game. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.

Artye Sidebotham [nee Lakin]

The Coronary Care Unit from Northwestern Memorial Hospital sends their condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Carl. He was wonderful man who will be missed greatly.

Despite being more of a contemporary of Sam's I vividly recall, while playing at the outdoor (Field Park) court with the "big kids," watching little Hershey all alone at the other court giving true meaning to the terms: "practice, practice, practice." It sure paid off and he certainly was one of the great "Catholic" (DePaul) All-Americans. My most sincere condolensces on your loss.

I am ten years younger but as jewish kid who loved basketball and living on the north side, I remember Howie Carl. I watched him play and later had the pleasure to meet him and his son in a clothing store. He truly was very nice to me as we discussed north side basketball. I am truly sorry for his entire family and may his memory always bring comfort to his family.

Again, my deepest condolences.

burt abrams

COMPETING AGAINST HIM @ EUGENE FIELD PARK OR IN DIFFERENT LEAGUES,SOCIALIZING W/HIM HE HAS NO PEER A "MANS MAN" WITH A CERTAIN ILK-ADROITLY DISPLAYED ON THE COURT OR IN LIFE--HE HELPED ALOT OF KIDS @ THE SHERRIFS BOOT CAMP--AND MANY WANTED TO HELP HIM IN HIS TIME OF NEED--HE WILL BE AN ALL-AMERICAN IN HEAVEN ON A GREAT ALL-STAR TEAM--RAY MEYER WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HERSEY AS WILL ALL OF CHICAGO!!!

STUART MENAKER A "GAMECOCK" NOW

We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. This just seems to happen too often to good people. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.

Love,

Aly and Ben Feder

Judy, please know how sad I am when Joan told me about Hershey. I was going to see Hershey next week when I was to be in Chicago. My thoughts are with you and please accept my sincerest condolences.

Alan Morris

I haven't seen Hershey since high school but I loved watching him on the basketball court. I'll never forget him.

I haven't seen Hershey since high school but he was great to watch on the basketball court! I'll never forget him.

Dear Charlotte and Family:

My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your brother.



Andy Berk (Kite)

I spent a lot of years in the Carl home growing up...In fact, those are some of the best memories I have during my childhood. Judah, Josh, Adam, & Cheri I offer you all my deepest sympathy.

We both have fond memories of Howard from the early days at the Merc and would like to extend our sympathies to Sam, Brett, Josh and the entire Carl family

Sorry to hear the sad news. Hershey was always a pleasure to be with and one of the nicest persons that I had the good fortune to know. I am sure his passing will create a void in the many lives he touched. Deepest Condolences from me and Bonnie Strongin (Woldman) and Stuart Strongin to Judy, Sam and the rest of his family and friends.

HOWIE MADE YOU FEEL SPECIAL JUST TO BE WITH HIM. I ENVIED HIS ABILITIES AS AN ATHLET IN OUR YOUTH AND AGAIN WHEN HE WAS AT HIS SICKEST FOR HIS UNBLINKING ATTITUDE, SENCE OF HUMOR AND HIS ABILITY TO MADE YOU FEEL HUMBLE IN HIS PRESENCE. HE WAS SO EASY TO BE WITH AND SO APPROACHABLE. AFTER LUNCH AT THE LAST ROOSEVELT & VON GET TOGETHER AT MAX & BENNY PEOPLE WERE WAITING FOR THE CHANCE TO SAY HELLO TO HIM. AS A KID WATCHING HIM PLAY I WAS IN AWE WHEN HE SCORED 44 POINTS AGAINST ROOSEVELT, AT HIS CONFIDENCE IN HIMSELF, AT THE EASE IN TEASING US, AT HIS EASY SMILE. HE WAS A MAN'S MAN.



AT THE END HE WAS MORTAL AND WE'LL MISS HIM BUT WE'LL BE BETTER FOR HAVING KNOWN HIM AND WE'LL TALK ABOUT HIM FOR THE REST OF OUR LIVES....OUR CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY, WITH OUR LOVE HOWIE & TOBY GLANTZ

Sorry to read about your loss. Hershey was a roll model to all

Sen. Howie Carroll