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Herbert Schick Obituary
July 10th, 1933 - October 16th, 2019
Herbert Alton Schick of San Mateo, California, Naval Academy Class of 1956, died peacefully in his sleep alongside his beloved wife of nearly 61 years, Carol Lee Schick. Al was born on July 10th, 1933 in San Mateo to his parents Herbert and Maye Schick. On December 28th, 1958 Al and Carol enjoyed a formal Navy marriage at Saint Matthews Episcopal Church in San Mateo. Al is survived by his wife Carol, three children, Gary, David, and Susanna, David Schick's wife Andrea Schick, and their children Stephen, Claire, and Nicholas. Al is also survived by his sister's children Dianne Ingle Farley, Marten, and Xtian Ingle. Al's sister Barbara and her husband John Ingle are deceased.Al served in the United States Navy on active duty from 1956 until shortly after the birth of his first son, when he chose reserve duty to spend more time with his family and take over his father's metal forge business, Schick Products. He made the company over into Schick Partners, an industrial park, after manufacturing moved abroad.
In 1976, Al, Carol and a group of St. Matthew's Episcopal parishioners created a separate parish, following the Traditional Anglican Catholic faith. Al went on to help procure, move and build the iconic Saint Joseph's Parish Church at 770 N El Camino Real in San Mateo. In 1989, Al was able to focus on his passion of singing when he joined Masterworks Chorale. He not only sang all over the world in legendary theaters such as Carnegie Hall, he did everything in his power to keep Masterworks thriving.
Al's funeral will be held on November 9th, 2019, at 11:00 AM at Saint Joseph's Parish at 770 N El Camino Real in San Mateo. The service will be officiated by Father Craig Looney. Flowers are welcome, though donations to Masterworks Chorale and St. Josephs Parish are even more welcome. His family is eternally grateful for the outpouring of love from his friends and the care and dignity afforded him by Dr. Michael Siegel, Mills Estate Villa, and Mission Hospice.
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for Herbert Schick
Kimmy Zalec
October 12, 2020
Al, you wouldn't believe what a year it's been. Denny and I can hardly believe you've been gone that long. We miss you, Carol and all our other friends in Masterworks. If you had to pick a year to escape, 2020 would have been the one. And yet, we all find things to be thankful for. I'm thankful I knew you for so many decades! ♥ Kimmy and Denny
Kimmy Zalec
November 10, 2019
Al, you and Carol have been friends for 48 years. Our paths have crossed in so many ways - primarily in making music, but in other ways as well. Your legacy will never die. Denny and I are proud to have known and sung with you. You'll never be forgotten. This photo is how I like to remember you both.
Al's Birthday, July 10, 2019
Andrea Schick
October 25, 2019
My favorite memories of Al are seeing he & Carol, the love of his life, asleep in in each other's arms at night. And celebrating holidays, birthdays, and many mealtimes together with him over the years. He left a legacy of good for family and friends built on his faith in Christ, Al wasn't afraid to share his strength with others in his life.
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Apollo, Al's beloved kitty, misses him dearly
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Proud parents Herb and Maye with their Naval Academy graduate
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Al & Carol at a party
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Al relaxing by the koi pond he'd built.
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Al & Carol cutting the cake at their 50th Anniversary
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Al & Carol with their grandchildren by David and Andrea: Claire, Nicky, and Stephen
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
True Love
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Al & Carol gettin' down!
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Saint Joseph Parish, the church Al (much more than!) helped build.
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Al & Carol renew their vows on their 60th Anniversary, December 2018
Susanna Schick
October 24, 2019
Susanna Schick
October 21, 2019
Daddy, I miss you so much. I am forever grateful for all the gifts you've given me. Not just the shoes I had no business owning, but the unconditional love and attention, taking me fishing, bike rides on the back of your bike to get ice cream, sailing in the bay, videotaping my skating, and so very much more.
Kenneth Godstrey
October 20, 2019
Great memories of our 4 years together at the U.S. Naval Academy with the Class of 1956 in the 11th Company, the Color Company of 1956, better known as "Club 11"! "Sherb" and I had a memorable sailing experience during "June Week" of 1956 when we shared a sailboat, trying to impress our Mothers, sisters, and girlfriends, with our sailing skills, only to be becalmed on the Severn River and having to be "rescued" by being towed to shore by the local power boats! Were we ever embarrassed! My sympathies to Carol and his family.
Philip Keil
October 19, 2019
Condolences especially to my wonderful friend, Carol, as we remember with celebration the incredible life of joy and service Al offered all of us. I particularly appreciated Al's friendship with my deceased brother, John, also a many years' member of Masterworks.
Krista Hanson
October 19, 2019
Al made a difference in so many people's lives. I will miss his sense of humor, his stories, and his quiet strength of character. And as a member of Masterworks Chorale, which he so loved, I will miss singing with him. Rest in peace, Al.
J. Peter Jensen
October 18, 2019
I will miss Al's leadership as Cantor, at St. Joseph's Advent Lessons and Carols services.
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