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Howard F.
Howard F. Loo was born on June 8, 1928, and passed on January 3, 2017. Howard was a Toledo native and a well-known restaurateur, having been partial owner of the historic Kin Wa Low restaurant and H'Loo's Steakhouse along with managing many others until his retirement. Howard, 88, passed away peacefully in Toledo, Ohio surrounded by his family. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Surviving are Myrna, his wife of 54 years; his children, Hal Loo, Lisa Horman, Cal Loo, and Carla Huston; his grandchildren, Kali Horman, Kris Horman, Taryn Loo, and Jaden Loo; his beloved goddaughters, Connie Goodrich and Linda Wolf; numerous nieces and nephews including his beloved, Carol (Tom) Hardin; and many close friends. He was very active in the Toledo volleyball community, running organized open gyms so he and his friends could play regularly. He joins his parents, Ha Sun Loo and Lee Shee Loo, and siblings, Betty Hong and Mary Tom in Heaven.
There will be a private Life Celebration gathering as well as an open reception for family and friends on Saturday, January 7, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Faculty Club at the University of Toledo Radisson Hotel to celebrate the wonderful times they have shared with Howard. The family requests that “in Loo of” flowers or gifts, participants consider a charitable donation to St. Patricks of Heatherdowns or Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Anyone who wishes to leave a message for the family or share a favorite memory of Howard may also do so on his online memorial at
www.never-gone.com
As published in The Blade
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Dale Springer
January 9, 2017
Sharing the loss of a good friend and even a better person. Howard enriched the lives of everyone he touched. He will be missed by so many. He shared stories that always made me laugh. God Bless.
January 9, 2017
I grew up with the Hong/Loo family in the north end and at Zeller's Beach.
There are many fond memories of Howard at Kin Wa Low and H'Loo's. He will be missed. Rhoda Wexler Miller
January 9, 2017
My thoughts have been with the entire family...Aunt Myrna, Hal, Lisa, Cal, and Carla. Uncle Howard was a wonderful man. Sending love and positive thoughts to all of you.
Bill and Colleen Frazer
January 8, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the Loo family. I know there are no words that can comfort you for your loss, but take comfort in all the wonderful memories you have as a family.
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January 8, 2017
Dearest Myrna ands children, my son-in-law Bruce Ferris just informed me of Howard's recent passing. My heartfelt sympathies go out to you. I speak of Howard as if I'd only had one boss in my life. His being my friend for so many years, long ago in the 1980s, and my friendship with you bring up so many memories and I pray his passing was one of being comforted by you all. My condolences go out to you all. Mary (Apt) Anderson
Robert Rodriguez
January 7, 2017
Truly an amazing man. He influenced my life in soo many ways growing up. My heavy heart is thankful and grateful for all you've done for me. I'll miss you Sir...
Rest In Peace...
Karen Zawisza
January 7, 2017
Howard has touched so many lives. I remember meeting him for the first time, about 30 years, up at Carr Park in Michigan. He had a warm smile, with an infectious laugh. Always made everyone feel welcomed in the volleyball community. I met his beautiful wife, Myrna, many years later as a coworker and friend. My heart goes out to you, Myrna. Life will never be the same without your Howard, but Im here with open arms. Love to you and the family
PS. ... But don't take my beer
Eric and Kathy Zeis
January 7, 2017
Sorry for your loss Loo family. He was always so nice and always spoke when we seen him. Your friends from Zellers Beach. Eric and Kathy Zeis
Amjad Doumani
January 7, 2017
Our families grew up together in the Old North End. My brothers and I (along with many of the neighborhood kids) played small lot softball games Mr. Loo organized after school and on weekends at the corner of Walnut & Ontario streets. He was always kind, caring and fun to be around. We knew his son Hal and hung out at their house sometimes. May he rest in peace.
Ron Reinhart
January 6, 2017
My thoughts and Prayers are with your Dad, Family and you Cal.
Sherry Todak Blevins
January 6, 2017
Hal so sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace
Larry Harris
January 6, 2017
Myrna, Larry and I are so sorry for your family's loss. Wish we were there. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. He was such a pleasure to know.
Reformation Lutheran Church
January 6, 2017
The congregation of Reformation Lutheran Church extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Loo. He and his group played volleyball at our church for many years. He will be missed. God's blessings to his family and friends.
Barb Leto
January 6, 2017
To Lisa, Kali, and Kris, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
January 6, 2017
Myrna: So very sorry. Prayers for you and your family at this very sad time. Norma Kohn
January 5, 2017
So sad to hear of your father's passing, Hal. But what a beautiful life he lived. Truly his spirit lives on in you and all the beauty and joy you bring to others. God bless you and your family and give you peace and comfort during this time. Our prayers are with you all.
Sandi Kinsinger
January 5, 2017
I cannot begin to express my deepest condolences...
Madonna Fong
January 5, 2017
At age 19 I met Howard and his beautiful loving family, and fell instantly in love with them all! Ironically I would later have the the honor of marrying into his wonderful extended family.
It was at the age of 19 that Howard took a chance on me, and hired me to work as a waitress in his then restaurant, H'Loo's, but frankly at the time I wasn't a great server; immaturity stood in my way. So it was on a New Years Eve that Howard, at the end my shift, sat me down and gave me my exit notice, but took the time to give me some important fatherly life advice in his uniquely humorous way that only he could give, taking the sting out of just having been fired, that has served me well throughout my life! Howard are a one-in-a-million soul and your memory will be eternal!
God bless you and your beautiful family, who are your greatest big beautiful legacy and each and everyone who's lives you have touched! And your life advice you shared with me so long ago did not fall on deaf ears :) Thank you!
Namaste Howard.
Love Light Peace
Madonna Fong
Dee Barringer-McFarlin
January 5, 2017
Mike and children, so very sorry to hear about Howard's passing. He was a great person, as a friend and a boss. I worked for him at H'Loos and learned a lot of my people-skills from him. My memories of him and all of you are many, but the best ones are the card games at your house. My prayers are with all of you.
Diane Stegman (Matecki)
January 5, 2017
Way back in the day at Zeller's Beach, I remember Howard with his laughter and being so funny...Lots of prayers to the family......................
Mary Tebbe
January 5, 2017
What a great man, he will be missed here at the Rossford Senior Center
Craig Wolf
January 5, 2017
One of the nicest, caring and funniest men that I can say I had the privilege of having in my family. I still tell some of the jokes he shared with me thru out my life, and still try to duplicate his kung foo grip when shaking hands. RIP UNCLE You will be missed but never forgotten. Love you
Julie Rodriguez
January 5, 2017
Sending sympathies to all the Loo family. So thankful to have spent some very special time with Howard and family around the holidays these last few years. What a very gracious and welcoming host and a very kind man. Rest in Peace Howard and peace to all the Loo family members.
Tamara Kay Dean
January 5, 2017
Handsome, Funny, so Full of Life... you sure will be missed Uncle Howard! Sharing in your sorrow and sending Love to Aunt Myrna and the entire Loo Family. His Light shines in each and everyone of you!
Tamara Kay dean
January 5, 2017
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