Obituary for Harold P. Faskowitz
On behalf of brothers Andy and Bob we are saddened by the loss of our Dad Hal (Halco) Faskowitz. Although he will be missed we are relieved for him to find comfort that the degenerative illness (Parkinson’s) which has been sustained for a long time, he will no longer be suffering. We are also comforted that he has been reunited with our Mom and other loved ones in Heaven. In addition to us his sons he will be missed by; his brother Alan, Grandkids (Hunter, Cassie, Dylan and Jordan), His Nephew David and his two lovely Daughters in Law Kristen and Samantha.
Born in NYC on June 5th 1939. Dad grew up in the Bronx with our Grandparents "Dottie and George". He was a very athletic kid and after a year at a City Community School he joined the Army. Drilled into him at a young age to learn a trade, our Grandfather who had been in the music industry since the Great Depression had introduced him to the world of musical instrument repair at about age 12. Naturally gifted in anything mechanical, he had the opportunity to have apprenticeships with the finest NYC had to offer. Woodwind, Brass, String he had a gift for it all. However, he had a rebellious side.
He did not enjoy being an employee and by 22 he opened his first store. Soon he relocated to what was his first flagship store in Jackson Heights where he was the first Ibanez dealer in NYC. In his late 20's he met our Mom Harriet. They soon married, saved for a home and had first child Bob in 1969. That same year they moved to the suburbs in Long Island. Almost 5 years later was the arrival of 2nd son Andy.
He bought another building in Massapequa Park and opened a 2nd Halco Music. After many years of a fatiguing commute he closed the store in Jackson Heights and until our 20's had his store in Long Island. His Father, sons and wife all pitched in and spent time working in the store. Learning many skills ranging from business, sales and instrument repairs. Andy used his experience learning to overhaul Clarinets in he entrance essay to medical school. Which we now proudly refer to him as Dr. Andrew Faskowitz.
Our Dad was interesting that he often took his hobbies or what he felt to be injustice and took a portion of the store and for other business. So it was always a music store and; Dance Studio, Rehearsal Studio, Music Box and figurines, RV and Camping supplies, one of the first 50% greeting card stores and probably the most know the VHS rental store which became 1/3 of the store for many years. He was truly one of a kind. If you played an instrument in either our's or many surrounding school districts you likely rented your instrument from Hal. Many remember petting our dog Snowy while waiting.
Our Dad had many hobbies ranginging from; Paddle ball, Racquetball, Sport shooting, Golf, Boating, Camping, travel, photography, carpentry and countless other skills and interests. Many which have been passed down through the generations. Thanks for being a great provider, teacher, mentor and planting seeds that materialized into the people we are today.
May you rest in peace., Suffer no more and be reunited with our Mom and Grandparents. Love Andy and Bob
IN PERSON SERVICE
For those available to attend the funeral it will be held Monday April 10th 2023 @ 11 AM at "Wellwood Cemetery" (Please meet @ 10:50 AM at the main office and we will proceed as a group - Directions listed below)
VIRTUAL SERVICE
We realize that some may be unable to travel and we will present A live Zoom for this Graveside Funeral.(Please see invite below)
Please note you will be required to provide the Meeting ID and Password below to avoid “Zoom Bombers”. For a limited time a recording of the service will be available.
* Please note we will be recording the service
** Please look through invite list. If there is someone you feel that was missed please feel free to forward on, Thanks!
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Time: Apr 10, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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POST SERVICE
For those in attendance we will gather at a local restaurant (TBD) so we can spend some quality time together before we all depart back to our distant locations
Warmest Regards,
The Faskowitz Family
Directions to Wellwood Cemetery:
631 249-2300 cemetery
From New York City
Long Island Expressway EAST to Exit 49S. Follow service road to Pinelawn Road (third light). Turn RIGHT and continue on Pinelawn Road which becomes Wellwood Avenue 3 1/2 miles to cemetery.
From Brooklyn & Nassau County (South Shore)
Belt Pkwy EAST - (Turns into Southern State Parkway in Nassau Country)
Southern State Parkway EAST to Exit35 to Wellwood Ave.
Proceed North to Wellwood Cemetery on right
From Eastern Long Island (North Shore)
Long Island Expressway to Exit 49 North. Follow service road to traffic light. Turn left on to Pinelawn Road (Wellwood Ave.). Follow to cemetery on left.
From Westchester County
I-95 SOUTH to either the Throgs Neck or Whitestone Bridge
Follow signs for Cross Island Pkwy .---> eastern Long Island
Cross Island Pkwy. SOUTH to Southern State Pkwy.
Southern State Parkway EAST to Exit35 to Wellwood Ave.
Proceed North to Wellwood Cemetery on right
From New Jersey - George Washington Bridge
GW Bridge to Cross Bronx Expressway to Throgs Neck Bridge
Follows signs for Cross Island Parkway toward Eastern Long Island
Cross Island Parkway SOUTH to Southern State Parkway
Southern State Parkway EAST to Exit35 to Wellwood Ave.
Proceed North to Wellwood Cemetery on right
Born in NYC on June 5th 1939. Dad grew up in the Bronx with our Grandparents "Dottie and George". He was a very athletic kid and after a year at a City Community School he joined the Army. Drilled into him at a young age to learn a trade, our Grandfather who had been in the music industry since the Great Depression had introduced him to the world of musical instrument repair at about age 12. Naturally gifted in anything mechanical, he had the opportunity to have apprenticeships with the finest NYC had to offer. Woodwind, Brass, String he had a gift for it all. However, he had a rebellious side.
He did not enjoy being an employee and by 22 he opened his first store. Soon he relocated to what was his first flagship store in Jackson Heights where he was the first Ibanez dealer in NYC. In his late 20's he met our Mom Harriet. They soon married, saved for a home and had first child Bob in 1969. That same year they moved to the suburbs in Long Island. Almost 5 years later was the arrival of 2nd son Andy.
He bought another building in Massapequa Park and opened a 2nd Halco Music. After many years of a fatiguing commute he closed the store in Jackson Heights and until our 20's had his store in Long Island. His Father, sons and wife all pitched in and spent time working in the store. Learning many skills ranging from business, sales and instrument repairs. Andy used his experience learning to overhaul Clarinets in he entrance essay to medical school. Which we now proudly refer to him as Dr. Andrew Faskowitz.
Our Dad was interesting that he often took his hobbies or what he felt to be injustice and took a portion of the store and for other business. So it was always a music store and; Dance Studio, Rehearsal Studio, Music Box and figurines, RV and Camping supplies, one of the first 50% greeting card stores and probably the most know the VHS rental store which became 1/3 of the store for many years. He was truly one of a kind. If you played an instrument in either our's or many surrounding school districts you likely rented your instrument from Hal. Many remember petting our dog Snowy while waiting.
Our Dad had many hobbies ranginging from; Paddle ball, Racquetball, Sport shooting, Golf, Boating, Camping, travel, photography, carpentry and countless other skills and interests. Many which have been passed down through the generations. Thanks for being a great provider, teacher, mentor and planting seeds that materialized into the people we are today.
May you rest in peace., Suffer no more and be reunited with our Mom and Grandparents. Love Andy and Bob
IN PERSON SERVICE
For those available to attend the funeral it will be held Monday April 10th 2023 @ 11 AM at "Wellwood Cemetery" (Please meet @ 10:50 AM at the main office and we will proceed as a group - Directions listed below)
VIRTUAL SERVICE
We realize that some may be unable to travel and we will present A live Zoom for this Graveside Funeral.(Please see invite below)
Please note you will be required to provide the Meeting ID and Password below to avoid “Zoom Bombers”. For a limited time a recording of the service will be available.
* Please note we will be recording the service
** Please look through invite list. If there is someone you feel that was missed please feel free to forward on, Thanks!
Zoom Invite
Topic: Hal Faskowitz - Celebration of Life - Graveside Funeral
Time: Apr 10, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85026689050?pwd=T0pFdi9Oa0lmelV3RUlXSjI2K29qUT09
Meeting ID: 850 2668 9050
Passcode: 797459
One tap mobile
+13052241968,,85026689050#,,,,*797459# US
+13017158592,,85026689050#,,,,*797459# US (Washington DC)
Dial by your location
+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
Meeting ID: 850 2668 9050
Passcode: 797459
Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kbYDurYWcb
POST SERVICE
For those in attendance we will gather at a local restaurant (TBD) so we can spend some quality time together before we all depart back to our distant locations
Warmest Regards,
The Faskowitz Family
Directions to Wellwood Cemetery:
631 249-2300 cemetery
From New York City
Long Island Expressway EAST to Exit 49S. Follow service road to Pinelawn Road (third light). Turn RIGHT and continue on Pinelawn Road which becomes Wellwood Avenue 3 1/2 miles to cemetery.
From Brooklyn & Nassau County (South Shore)
Belt Pkwy EAST - (Turns into Southern State Parkway in Nassau Country)
Southern State Parkway EAST to Exit35 to Wellwood Ave.
Proceed North to Wellwood Cemetery on right
From Eastern Long Island (North Shore)
Long Island Expressway to Exit 49 North. Follow service road to traffic light. Turn left on to Pinelawn Road (Wellwood Ave.). Follow to cemetery on left.
From Westchester County
I-95 SOUTH to either the Throgs Neck or Whitestone Bridge
Follow signs for Cross Island Pkwy .---> eastern Long Island
Cross Island Pkwy. SOUTH to Southern State Pkwy.
Southern State Parkway EAST to Exit35 to Wellwood Ave.
Proceed North to Wellwood Cemetery on right
From New Jersey - George Washington Bridge
GW Bridge to Cross Bronx Expressway to Throgs Neck Bridge
Follows signs for Cross Island Parkway toward Eastern Long Island
Cross Island Parkway SOUTH to Southern State Parkway
Southern State Parkway EAST to Exit35 to Wellwood Ave.
Proceed North to Wellwood Cemetery on right