Howard Edgar Rosenthal

ROSENTHAL-Howard Edgar Rosenthal, 91, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25th. He was born in Stockton, CA in 1918. Howard was a World War II Veteran, serving in the European African Middle Eastern Theater. He was a pioneer of early television, working as a Technical Director for WBKB in Chicago for 23 years. Howard relocated with his family to Albuquerque in 1970, going into business with his brother-in-law, Don Cobb to start Pleasuretime Soda. In 1973, he purchased Lucas Stationery, later re-named Pen & Pad, which is still owned by his son Victor. Howard enjoyed golfing, fishing, and music. He was a member of the New MexiChords Barbershop Quartet singers. He was a very outgoing, friendly, and gentle man, and will be sorely missed. Howard is survived by Evelyn, his wife of 58 years; his sons Steve, Rick, and Victor; his daughter, Janice; daughters-in-law Sara and Pam; grandchildren, Carrie, Brianne, Melissa, Alice, David, and Sara; great-granddaughter, Destiny; and his cousins Jack and Victor Reilly; and oh yeah, his favorite nephew Barry Austin from Texas. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be given in Howard's honor to the Presbyterian, Kaseman Hospice. Howard's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010