Howard Samuels

August 19th, 2024

Howie loved golf and no matter how poorly he played he always had a positive outlook.
This is the same way he approached his life. Always positive.
My condolences to the family may he rest in peace.

Ira Brooks

~ira brooks
~Friend, boca raton

July 18th, 2024

Howie was a gentleman and a great joy – Godspeed my friend!!!

~Gary Green
~Friend,

July 18th, 2024

I Remember Howie From Growing Up In Peterson Park.
I Scheduled His Senior Picture In The Von Steuben
High School Year Book.
He Was An Upper Class Man And I Looked Up To Him..
In Our Married Life Jeff And I Enjoyed Friendship With Howie And Lois, Filled With Fun And Laughter.
Jeff And Howie Loved Their Golf Game Together.
Especially Howie Borrowing
His 7 Wood For 18 Years.!
We Will Miss Him Very Much.
We Will Continue To Celebrate His Life With
Sweet Memories That Make Us Smile Because,
HOWIE IS UNFORGETTABLE!!

Sending Our Love And Deepest Sympathy,
Odie And Jeff Rothschild
Dear Friends

~Odie Rothschild
~Friend, Northbrook, IL

July 18th, 2024

I am one of Jeff’s closest friends and have known Howard since I am 22. Since I moved to Chicago in 1992, Howard and Lois included me in all family holidays and took me to Centro and East Bank regularly back in the day. They always made me feel welcomed. Howard was famous for his Rally Capital holiday parties. I was at Howard’s 50th birthday party in the backyard at the house on Stratford in Deerfield which will never be forgotten. Howard had a big personality and you knew if he was in the room. I was lucky to have many good times with Howard and the entire Samuels family. He will be missed.

~Brian Alper
~Friend, Chicago, Illinois

July 17th, 2024

Condolences to Lois, Jeff, Stacey, and their families on the loss of Howard.
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Lynne and Neil

~Lynne and Neil Samuels
~Cousin, Arlington Heights

July 17th, 2024

Howie was Howie and without a doubt one of a kind, whether on the golf course or on a deal. He was a friend to all and loved by all. His infectious smile will be missed by all . My thoughts and prayers are with his special family and colleagues. Best, Doug Lipke

~Doug Lipke
~Friend and Colleague,

July 16th, 2024

I met Howie over 30 years ago. We did some business together, played a few rounds of golf, and broke bread.

Howie was a nice man and I’m happy to have known him and called him my friend.

I’m sorry he is gone..

~Chuck Cohen
~Friend and business associate, Lincolnshire

July 16th, 2024

Howard was always wonderful to be with – a great sense of humour and hysterical stories. Whether we had a meeting or saw him out on his breakfast circuit at Max and Benny’s, he was always personable and great to see. He was a legend in our industry – everyone knew and loved Howard. He will be missed.

~alex mazer
~colleague, Chicago

July 16th, 2024

Howard, was a Great Friend, always willing to listen to a persons issues and provide Great advice and impart his Wisdom. Thanks Howard, Rich

~Richard James Walko
~Friend, Wilmington

July 16th, 2024

Howard your are the embodiment of toughness, kindness, wit and ultimate business dealing, and you loved every minute with him. Will miss you dearly. Love Yasar and I’ll catch up with you later, much later I hope!!

~Yasar Samarah
~Friend, Business Partner, Student, Chicago, Illinois

July 16th, 2024

I was honored to know Howard for almost my entire professional life. He was always willing to make time and to provide thoughtful and helpful advice. May his memory be a blessing.

~Steve Alderman
~professional,

July 16th, 2024

Susie & I were blessed to have Howie as our next door neighbor in Deerfield for over 30 years. He was always a friend and neighbor that we could count on. We remember all of the good times that we shared together most especially the family celebrations with Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, graduations, Cubs games, Sluggers, golf games, and just hanging out together at home. We send our love and deepest condolences to Lois, Jeff & Stacey.
Bruce & Susie Hurvitz

~Bruce & Susie Hurvitz
~Friend & Old Neighbor, Vernon Hills

July 16th, 2024

Spent many great days in Highschool, College and beyond. I actually introduced Howie and Lois to each other in College. He was a great guy. Sherry and I express our condolences to his entire family and friends. We will remember Howie and all the good times we had together.

~Gary and Sherry Mann
~Old Friends, highland park, Illinois

July 16th, 2024

Howard is an icon in our industry. He will always fondly be remembered as a leader, mover, and shaker in turnaround consulting.

~Tina Hughes
~Professional Colleague, Chicago

July 16th, 2024

Howie always had a wonderful attitude even when things were bleak. He worked with the bank on numerous occasions and win, lose or draw he always did the right thing! Thanks for being a friend

~Joe Frenzel
~Friend, Lake Forest

July 15th, 2024

My memories of Howie include countless golf games, dinners, trips- all full of laughs due to Howie’s wonderful sense of humor. What’s even more of a testament is that he never lost his sense of humor despite going through some really tough times. The attached photo was taken at the Kohler display studio in Kohler, Wisconsin and captures Howie’s whimsical nature. He should also be remembered as a superstar in the legal/ insolvency community. We will miss you tremendously. Love, Don and Robbin.

~Don Shapiro
~Dear friend, Northbrook, IL

July 15th, 2024

Howard had the ability to salvage a dark moment or a big problem with a quip, a funny story or his own unique brand of comic relief. He loved the absurdities of everyday life and modern times. For many years his ring tone was Always Look on the Bright Side of Life. That drove me crazy as his phone went off dozens of times a day. Now that song is playing over and over in my head. It won’t stop. Darn you Howard! He was an artist, an actor, a comedian and a true raconteur. I will cherish my memories! Love and peace to all of those he touched!

~Donna
~Friend, Homewood, IL

July 15th, 2024

Howard gave more of himself than his friends and acquaintances could hope to give back to him,

~Greg Jordan
~Friend, CHICAGO, IL

July 14th, 2024

I loved being a social friend and having a long time business relationship with Howie. I was honored that he had the faith in me to allow me to be his attorney in a number of his business matters . I am also blessed to know Howie’s family.

~Norm Newman
~Friend, Lincolnshire, Illinois

July 14th, 2024

Remember 2 young couples having fun together…driving up to Schuss mtn. in Michigan to ski in freezing weather.
So sorry for your family’s loss. Take care, Barb

~Barbara Siegan
~Friend, Lincolnshire, Il

July 13th, 2024

I will miss Howie. He was such a good person and will not be forgotten.

~Bryan Schwartz
~Friend, Glencoe

July 13th, 2024

May you rest in peace

~Michael and Judy Pinsky
~Old friends, Northbrook,il.

July 13th, 2024

Lots of laughing, ribbing and giving out medical advice. Howard trusted me like an internist. He gave me golf tips and I am grateful for them. Loads of dinners, many great egg rolls. He was one of a kind and I miss him dearly. Sandy Flaster, MD

~Sandy -Nancy Flaster
~Dear friend and concierge doctor, Highland Park, Illinois

July 13th, 2024

A very fine man and friend. He will truly be misses.

~Jeff Altshul
~friend, Northbrook, IL

July 13th, 2024

Howie was a man genuinely full of life!!
He was funny fun loving happy &
wise!! He loved his family & friends deeply .
We were blessed to have been his friend . A place in my heart hurts at
his loss !

~Sherri & Ricky Merel
~Loving Friend, Northbrook Illinois