Carl Henry Boyer Jr.

1937 - 2021

Carl Henry Boyer Jr. obituary, 1937-2021, Wilmette, IL

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Carl Boyer Obituary

Carl Henry Boyer, Jr, of Wilmette, Illinois (formerly of Glencoe), passed away peacefully at home on April 25, 2021 after a brief battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Born in Chicago on November 7, 1937, he was the son of Margaret Willard Boyer and Carl Henry Boyer, Sr. He was also predeceased by two sisters, Mary Lou Zachman (Richard) and Barbara Hogue (David). He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary Apple Boyer, his daughters Christina (Stuart Luman), Abigail (Joe Sanders) and Margaret, as well as his granddaughters Zelda Boyer Zastrow, Harriet Sanders and Mary Sanders, in addition to several nieces and nephews. Carl was a graduate of Oak Park River Forest High School ('55), Colorado College ('60) and received his MLA from the University of Chicago in 2002. Carl was a member of Skokie Country Club in Glencoe and Sara Bay Country Club in Sarasota, Florida.

Carl began his career as a buyer and manager with Marshall Field & Co and Montgomery Ward & Co during the 1960's and 1970's. He was Manager of the London and Western European buying office of Montgomery Ward during the early 1970's. By the 1980's, Carl had parlayed his knowledge of consumer goods, specifically the watch and clock industry, to start his own firm, Carl Boyer and Associates, which he ran for 20 years. Carl was a pioneer in the licensing of intellectual properties and deployed his deft design skills and strong aesthetic sense in his work. To his young daughters' delight, his clients included Crayola, Charles Schultz (Peanuts), Jim Davis (Garfield) and one of his family's favorite projects was the E.T. alarm clock.

Aside from his career, Carl dedicated a great deal of time to both his local community and that of Greater Chicago. He was an active member of the Winnetka Congregational Church, where he served on various committees and was Chair of the Congregation from 1995-1996. At Skokie Country Club, he was on the Board of Directors. He also served on the board of Hull House Association and an affiliate organization, Parkway Community House. At Interfaith House (now The Boulevard), a respite care facility for homeless adults, Carl volunteered by taking residents to cultural and sports activities – driving the transport van himself, no less! For this work he received the organization's 2004 Compassion in Action Volunteer of the Year Award.

Carl was also an avid traveler. As a young man he lived in Italy for a year, taking full advantage of his time there to explore Europe extensively. While newlyweds, he and Mary lived in London for two years. Much of his subsequent career was spent in foreign travel, primarily to Asia. Carl shared his excitement for travel with his entire family; he particularly loved travel planning and his diligent efforts boded many wonderful family trips.

Carl's enjoyment for travel was part of a larger curiosity about the world. It was this curiosity that propelled him to return to the classroom at age 62 to pursue his Master's in Liberal Arts at the University of Chicago. He also took several art classes in his retirement, furthering his lifelong artistic inclinations. This appreciation for art extended to collecting antique porcelain and old paintings. Carl was actively involved in the Ravinia Festival, Chicago Humanities Festival, Writers Theatre, a Lyric Opera subscriber, and loved all forms of theater, movies (especially classics), music, as well as skiing, golf, and reading.

When he wasn't sharing in these many interests with his wide circle of friends, Carl was entertaining them as a quintessential host and party planner. He loved a big party with delicious food, drink and laughter, to which he always contributed his dry wit. To properly honor that legacy, Carl's family will be hosting a reception at Skokie Country Club on Friday, May 28 from 2:30-5:30pm.

Contributions in Carl's memory can be made to The Boulevard of Chicago, Ravinia Festival or the Winnetka Congregational Church. Arrangements by Wm. H. Scott Funeral Home, 847-251-8200.

Published by Chicago Tribune on May 2, 2021.
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Dear Mary and Family;

Carl was a boyhood friend. We shared Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts together. Classmates through Grade School and Junior High. We lost track of each other after my first year at OPRF HS when I moved to rural northern Indiana.

I have often thought of Carl in these many years since. I can clearly remember sitting on his front steps with our mutual friend George String and being in awe of his big sister who was already in High School. We participated in Halloween high jinks and helped George find gasoline for his Cushman scooters.

I would have liked to have seen Carl again, but I was not able to attend the few reunions our class organized. I lived in California, Boston and Seattle and was busy practicing medicine to take the time to attend. That is a cautionary tale for younger people. Do not neglect your personal history lest there comes a time when you can no longer revisit that personal connection.

I share your loss of a good man.

San (Sandy) Olson
Lopez Island , WA

Sanford Olson

School

September 16, 2021

Dear Mary and family,

There are no words to express our sadness in learning of Carl's passing. He was a wonderful neighbor, a true humanitarian, and such a delight. Our thoughts are with you.

Julie Harris and Bruce Bergelson

Neighbor

May 8, 2021

I worked with Carl for many years in the licensing Industry, he was a true gentleman and always the life of the party. I loved his sense of humor and he had a kind word for everyone. Carl was a great asset to our industry .I lost touch with him after I moved away from Chicago but even after retirement he always had time for lunch . Carl was one of a kind and the world will miss him. My deepest sympathy to Mary , who I have met and his family.

Susan Meek

Coworker

May 3, 2021

Dear Mary and family,
I met Carl early in my licensing career and we shared so many wonderful, fun and memorable times together. What an amazing, accomplished and great man. Was able to enjoy a few lunches in the last 10-12 years at Shaws with Carl always speaking of his lovely family. May he Rest In Peace and memories sustain you. With deepest sympathy.

Patrice Paglia

May 2, 2021

Mary,
Carl is gone but may his light shine on forever. What a loss.

Joy and Jim Connors

Friend

May 1, 2021

Dear Mary, our deepest sympathy in your loss of such a loving husband, father and grandfather. May you find comfort in the blessing of all the years you spent together.

David and Debbie Guillod

April 30, 2021

Dear Mary, we wanted to share our deepest condolences for you loss. Carl was a wonderful man! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Beecher and Robin Abeles

April 30, 2021

Dear Mary, So sorry to hear about Carl's passing. Love and prayers to you and your family. Kerry & George

Kerry Arnold

April 30, 2021

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