Lawrence Howe

Dear Sam and Eliza, Ellen and James,

On behalf of Mary Lottie, Steve and Julia, please accept our prayers for your comfort.

Your Mom and Dad were the best neighbors for whom the Roblings could ever hope. They have always held a revered spot in our recollections, and they always will.

I had the extra pleasure of dealing with your Dad downtown, as a rabble-rouser. He was infinitely patient and, on the occasions when we were on the same side, a great ally.

We were...

Larry was such a dear friend at the Trust and our special lunches and dinners and a Cubs game since then. I am so sorry to be out of town and not able to join family and friends on Monday to celebrate the life of this most extraordinary person. The depth and breadth of interests, sharing his thoughtful opinions, and such a wonderful sparkle of the eyes with his good humor.
I am thankful he was part of my life.
May he rest in peace.

Anne Blanton

The God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn will sustain your family during this very difficult time. (Isaiah 61: 1,2) Please accept my sympathy.

Deepest condolences to Larry Howe's family and loved ones. He inspired many to do the right thing in the law as well as in the community. He was a wonderful leader, mentor and professional. Always classy- never had a negative tone or word! Always with a smile- he pushed you to do and be your best. God bless you Larry Howe! The world is better for you having done your work here. May God bless you always!

I had the personal & professional privilege to meet and work with Larry when I became the CEO of the Chicago Association of Neighborhood Development Organizations [CANDO] in the mid-80s. We bounded quickly when he discovered I was a Jewel Scholarship fellow in college.

I collaborated with him during his Civic Committee tenure on starting the Chicagoland Enterprise Center and the magazine Chicago Enterprise. His leadership was critical then and is truly missed in today's challenging...