Hubert ZZ Howard
1935-11-17 1991-11-16
HUBERT L. HOWARD, Educator, born Nov. 17, 1935 in Boston, Mass., died Nov. 16, 1991. A Veteran and graduate of Boston College. Mr. Howard taught English for one year at Al Hiram University in Bagdad before returning to the U.ß. to obtain a Master’s Degree in Philosophy at Niagara University. Mr. Howard taught for more than 20 years in the Cleveland School System, rising to become Chair of the Dept. At the time of his death Mr. Howard was a member of the faculty at John Adams High School. On several occasions in recent years Mr. Howard lead groups of students to Washington D.C. as part of the Close-Up Program, designed to introduce students to the workings of Government. He was also selected as a Favorite Faculty Member by Honor Students participating in a special program. Mr. Howard was a devoted Volunteer with the Playhouse and the Y,M.C.A. He was also an ardent Bridge player who participated in many Tourneys, achieving a Life Master status in the A.C.B.L. and the A.B.A. Mr. Howard is survived by a sister, two brothers, nieces, and nephews. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m. at the WM. A. GAINES FUNERAL HOME, 9116 UNION AVE., CLEVELAND, OH. 44105. VIEWING THURSDAY 9 A.M. UNTIL SERVICES.
I did not have Mr Howard as a teacher but I was on the staff of the Knorr while Mr Howard was moderator. In 1969-70, Mr Howard was the only African-American in the faculty, out of about 85 (2 if you include Mr Appleton). He left St Joe's after our junior year. I remember Mr Howard for 2 things - - the cigar, and his style. He was a cool guy, and it was evident that he was a person with some depth and character. I did not know about his experience teaching in Baghdad, or that he had his master's in philosophy. When I knew him I was a dumb shit 15 year old. I think I would have appreciated him more as a dumb shit 68 year old.
tribute by Edward Meil