Carl-Faust-Obituary

Carl F. Faust

Chicago, Illinois

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Carl F. Faust, age 70, of River Forest; beloved husband of Julia; loving father of

Karen and Stan (Sara) Faust; adoring grandfather of Carl and William; dear brother of Patricia (George Wynhoff) Martin and brother-in-law of Jane (Ralph) Converse; fond uncle of Carol...

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I learned of Carl's passing through a fellow OPRFHS classmate and am very, very saddened.

Carl was an inspiration to all of us who attended school with him and countless others who knew and admired him only by reputation because of the courage and positive attitude he displayed throughout his life.

I am very glad I had the opportunity to see and visit with Carl during the 40 and 50 year reunions of the high school and that my wife, Marilee, had a chance to meet him.

Our...

DEAR FAUST FAMILY:
I WAS STUNNED TO LEARN OF THIS SWEET MAN'S PASSING. HE WAS ONE OF A KIND, A COURAGEOUS, CONTINUALLY OPTIMISTIC, LUMINOUS MAN, WHOSE ENDLESS BATTLE WITH PARALYSIS AND HIS ULTIMATE "VICTORY" WERE AN INSPIRATION TO THOSE WHO KNEW AND THEN ADMIRED HIM.
I CAN NEVER FORGET THAT FATEFUL SUMMER OF '53, AND THEN, IRONY OF IRONIES, THE "JUST A LITTLE TOO LATE" ARRIVAL OF THE SALK AND SABIN VACCINES.
HE SURELY WAS ONE REASON FOR MY SELECTION OF A LIFE IN MEDICINE AND...

Dear Julia and family -

My deepest sympathies on the passing of Carl. May your wonderful memories of the good times sustain you all at this difficult time.

Respectfully,

Julia--
How good of you to take time to speak with me yesterday. I keep looking at my wedding picture--Carl so dashing in his tux--all my groomsmen were Sigma Chis.
Did I mention that Carl was the best roommate I ever had?--present company excepted.
We are all so terribly saddened.
Godspeed--

Dear Julia, Karen and Stan,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Matthew & Sherry Hanson

Dear Julia and Family,
My heart aches for you even as you celebrate Carl's life. What a wonderful man - and what a beautiful legacy you are.
My love and prayers surround you.
Melinda B. Hinners-Waldie

Deepest condolences to the Faust family. Carl was an inspiration to his classmates at OPRF High School.
Don Brillhart
OPRFHS 1956

For Mrs. Faust and family......

Our heartfelt sympathies are with you all. We shall miss Carl's ready smile, engaging ways and quiet dignity. As it is for him; Peace be with you always.