Paul Levine

Profile Updated: September 10, 2022
Paul Levine
Class Year: 1966
Residing In: Lincolnwood, IL USA
Occupation: Pres of PJL Financial Group...Financial Advisors
Military Service: Navy  
Spouse/Partner: Janet
Children: Jordan, born 1978; Elissa, born 1983
Yes! Attending Reunion
Which class?

June

What States have you've lived in other than IL?

California (Guest of US Navy)

Other Occupation/s:

35yrs as Sr Partner, Insurance Brokers, DLF

Where do you work now?

PJL Financial Group, Ltd

Where have you worked and/or retired from?

Retired from DeCarl Levine & Friedman LLC

Have you ever been Self-Employed?

Yes

If Yes. What is/was the name of your company? What is/was your title? Where is/was it located? Nature of Business.

Current: PJL Financial Group;
President
Lincolnwood Il.
Financial Advisory & Planning

Retirement Income planning

Marriage Date

June 22, 1975 (I didn't forget-amazing?)

Did you marry your High School Sweetheart?

No

Have you been married more than once?

No

Grand Children:

Tessa Born 2015
Jayden Born 2016
Layla Born 2019

Pets:

Chloe. Female Chihuahua /Shih tzu/Maltese Age 12 Rescue Dog. My Pup Girl

Your High School Story:

I have two vivid memories and experiences, one was playing Varsity Football and Baseball at Austin...getting to play at Soldier Field and Wrigley Field plus representing Chicago HS baseball downstate was a dream come true. Austin had such rich traditions in athletics, academics, the arts, etc. I was in 7th or 8th grade when I used to walk from Madison & Central all the way to Hanson stadium to watch the Varsity players compete against our Red Division rivals.
The second memory I had was, while working backstage in the 'mask and gavel', we took a trip to Lyons Twnship HS to compete in a competition. That is where I had an epiphany, that the world is a bigger and better place than I imagined, and so I set my goals higher for a better life. I am forever grateful to have grown up in the community and represent the Austin Tigers...Go Austin!!

Did you have a nickname in school? If so, what was it?

Not to my knowledge

What were you in High School?

A Jock

Who did you have a crush on while in High School? And Why? Did you ever date him/her?

Roz Goodman, Ms Del Moro...
(my only mode of transportation was a Schwinn and/or Big Green Limosine -Bus) so my dating was non existent..

Who was your favorite teacher/s and why?

Ms Mahoney-understanding and patience , Lussenhop - drafting skills, Coaches Heiland wisdom , Rio- toughness and reality check , and Coach Lucas - determination, leadership and conditioning , Ms Del Moro - History lessons and nice to look at. I'm sure I'm leaving out someone?

What teacher/s did you dislike and why?

not many...I will give them all credit to whatever small or large words of wisdom they did or tried to convey in their own way

Were you a member of any sports teams? If so, which one/s?

Football
Baseball
Track

What is your favorite memory or memories of AHS?

I most fond memories are my Senior year where I had the good fortune of playing FB at Soldier Field; playing Baseball at Wrigley Field and representing the Public League Baseball in Peoria.
Winning 3 letters and just being part of a great tradition and legacy of Austin HS. All the great classmates and teamates. Discovering new horizons while working with the Theatre Group as back stage grunt...I cannot think of a better place to have grown up than the community of Austin and being small part of a great Austin HS legacy

What Elementary School did you attend?

Robert Emmet

Your Elementary School Story:

I arrived at Emmet in 1959...4th grade , transferred from Marshall Elementary.....couldn't pass a test in Ms Hess class, so they told my parents to keep in me in 4th grade to catch up to the standard of education that already existed....it was a blessing, as I caught up, matured and became the 'Mayor' of graduating class..(aka class Pres)
Head of Patrol Boys...spent all my free time in the playground with friends and getting coached up by 'the Coach' the late Don Biernat, who taught me so many lessons of being a man and doing the right thing, as I lost my father in 8th grade.

Did you go to College?

Yes

If Yes, Where and When?

Started at Circle, graduated from Eastern Illinlis Univ

Level of Education

Bachelors in Science (Education)

Did you go to a Technical School?

No

What have you been up to since you graduated from High School?

U of I Circle Campus; Drove a CTA Bus 1969 Summer Job; Enlisted In Navy Reserves 1969, Active Duty 1970-72 Service Fleet Staff San Diego, Ca; Returned to Eastern Illinois Univ on GI Bill to Graduate with BS Degree in Education; Worked as AD for Chgo Boys Clubs 1973-74; Entered Insurance Business with Prudential '74-76; Married to Janet 1975 to present..2 wonderful children; Swan-Levine Insurance Agency Lombard '76-'85; Founded Paul J. Levine &Co than DeCarl Levine & Friedman Insurance Brokerage 1986-Present; Villlage of Lincolnwood Board of Trustees 1993-1995; Officiated HS, Jr College and Div 3 Football 1969-1994; Coached HS Football at Clemente(Tuley); Prosser & Maine East HS 1994-2004; Classic Car Enthusiast (Lincolnwood Cruisers and Lincolnwood Fest Classic Car Show past 9yrs to present); Served on several Boards, Community Affairs and proud member of the Whack Pak. That's it sports fans !!

Have you ever been on TV?

yes, Ch 7 Morning New W/Roz Veron's " I love my car segment' (interview and featured my 1966 Ford Mustang Conv) May 2009

May 2020. NBC Ch 5 Brief Video ( 5 Seconds) As Master of Ceremonies
Lincolnwood Memorial Day

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I am so saddened to hear of Tony's passing. Although I have not seen him in over 50 yrs, He still resonates with me as I Vividly remember him as a Friend, Classmate & Teammate on both the Frosh -Soph and Varsity Football Team of 1965  He was a Friendly Good Guy   I was just talking to Wane Meyer about him a week ago wondering where we could contact him ? 
Rest in Peace Tony   Your in our thoughts and prayers   


 

 

 

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I am so saddened to hear of Tony's passing. Although I have not seen him in over 50 yrs, He still resonates with me as I Vividly remember him as a Friend, Classmate & Teammate on both the Frosh -Soph and Varsity Football Team of 1965  He was a Friendly Good Guy   I was just talking to Wayne Meyer about him a week ago wondering where we could contact him ? 
Rest in Peace Tony   Your in our thoughts and prayers.

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Rest I'm very saddened to hear of Dennis's Passing. We had some classes together and He supported Austin's Sports Teams vigorously. He was one of those Classmates that stood out as a 
frienfly amicable person  Those traits carried over into his adult life. He left an endearing legacy of Kindness and Caring Soul   
He will Forever Be Cherished by His Family and Friends  

Rest In Peace Dennis   

 

 

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When I heard of Bill's passing from a Austin Classmate & Friend yesterday, I was Struck with a Stark Sadness as Bill was an Amiable Guy, Good Hearted , but, Most of all a Classmate and Fellow Austin Athlete. Bill had that Special Personality that was Endearing. 
I Truly hope He Accomplished many , if not all , his Life's Goals. Many of us Don't, But, Bill's passing is another Reminder We Should be Thankful for What We Have Achieved , Just Keep Staying on Track to pursue The Best of what Life Offers Us Each Day.  
RIP Bill. May God Bless You and Your Family. Thanks For The Memories ??

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Happy Belated Birthday Sam. Stay Well !

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So sorry and sad to hear of Annette's passing and Your Loss Linda 

Blessings to her family.  

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So Sorry to hear of Milo's passing. We were good friends at Austin. 
I can picture us face and tone of Voice. A Good Soul. He had a family who loved him. That means something 
I wish we we're connected in some way over  these many years. 
Glad we crossed paths

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Rest It's always difficult to hear about the passing of one our Austin Brothers or Sisters, especially a Fellow Austin Athlete, like Dominick   Dom and I were teammates on the Track Team and He was the kind of person teammate who was both a leader and mentor.  
We all have great memories of our time at Austin and Knowing Dominick made it more special

My Sincere Condolences to Irene and Family    Rest In Peace Dom ??

 

 

 

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So sorry to Hear of Terry's Passing. He and I were teammates on Austin's Frosh Soph Football Team and were 

Honored to be brought up to Varsity as future Players   
RIP Terry

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Apr 19, 2019 at 8:30 AM

Happy Birthday Paul. Sorry a bit late. However, I hope you had a wonderful special day. Much Health, Peace and love!!!

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Many Thanks To Those Who Offered Birthday Wishes ! Hope All Is Good with you and your Families.
BTW. Wayne, Bobby Weitzman And Me R putting together a Summer party
For All our Austin Brothers and Sisters. We’ll keep You posted.

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Many Thanks Chuck ! Hope All Is Good with you and Family
BTW. Wayne, Bobby Weitzman And Me R putting together a Summer party
For All our Austin Brothers and Sisters. Hope to catch up soon