Howard Jules Glass
died at home in Indianapolis Thursday night, April 2, 2015. He was born August 2, 1929, in Brooklyn, New York. He leaves behind his wife of 27 years, Elizabeth Binford; two sons, Jonathan and David Glass; sister, Beverly Gingold; sisters-in-law, Sarah (Peter Racher) Binford and Rebekah (William Versteeg) Binford; mother-in-law, Martha Binford; ten nieces and nephews; and five great nieces and nephews.
Howard was an avid birder, a master craftsman, a nature photographer, an Industrial Arts teacher, a watchmaker/jeweler, a calligrapher and all-around artist. He loved to be active, enjoying swimming, hiking, skiing, and kayaking. Howard loved music, especially classical music and loved to play guitar music by Spanish composers. One of his many gifts was his ability to sit down and talk to anyone, anywhere. His infectious laugh would always make you laugh with him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Benjamin Glass and Hannah (Weinstein) Glass, as well as his brother-in-law, Marvin Gingold.
Funeral services will be held at Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary, 11411 North Michigan Rd, on Monday, April 6th at 1 PM. Burial will follow in Etz Chaim Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity. Friends may leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at www.arnmortuary.com.