Leslie A. Fantacone, 66 of Lake in the Hills, died peacefully, June 21, 2019.
Visitation will be on Monday, June 24, 2019 from 11:00am to 1:00pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to JourneyCare Hospice- 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, Il 60010
Leslie was born May 21, 1953 in Newark, New Jersey the daughter of Louis and Mildred Fantacone. She worked with Sears in their corporate office, she had her own Longaberger basket business, later at Barnes and Noble and most recently was an instructor at McHenry County College and did private tutoring. She enjoyed reading, singing and crocheting. Leslie could light up a room with her happy, bright warm spirit and showed everyone unconditional love. Leslie had an almost magical like ability to draw people in wherever she went. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her mother, Mildred, her son, Frankie Buono, brothers, Louis (Ginger) Fantacone, Thomas (Dania) Fantacone and by her nieces. She is also survived by her significant other, James Dixon. She was preceded in death by her father.
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Our hearts go out to you and your family. I will miss her contagious laugh and her way of viewing even the most difficult challenges. Our love and prayers.
Leslie was one of the strongest, bravest, funniest, most generous people on the planet.
Leslie was one of the strongest woman I have encountered. She was a wonderful person, mate, mother, teacher, and friend. She was bright, funny, witty, and loving. She loved many people around her and they loved her. I loved her very much. How you will be missed dear friend.
My condolences to all of Leslie’s family and friends. Leslie, I will miss you deeply. I’ve known you over 2 decades. You were kind, intelligent and had a great sense of humor. You were also the most patient person, putting up with me for all these years. You were fiercely independent and faced so many obstacles. Through it all, you kept your spunk and love for life. I will miss you so much my dahhhhhhling Leslie. All my heartfelt love. Your Kimbaaaaaaaaaaaa (????) ????????????????????
May God keep her in the palm of His hand. God bless!
I worked with Leslie briefly at Barnes and Noble. She was always such a warm, kind and funny person. She went out of her way to welcome me, a new employee, when we worked together. She will be missed.
To Frankie, Jim, Mama Mildred, and brothers Fantacone. I was so, so sorry and sad to hear of Leslie's passing. I will never forget her jolly countenance, her indefatigable spirit and her fierce independence. She was always a delight to be with, and she, Kim Singleton and I laughed our way through many lunches and events together in the 90's and beyond. I remember her participating in a singing contest at a Woodstock-like event. She sang the Joni Mitchell theme from Woodstock and she made the semi-finals! It was a time I will never forget, along with the friend, who despite a life fraught with trouble and cloudy skies, always saw the silver lining. Always a reason to laugh. The last time I saw her, we danced in our living room at a Woodstock party we had at our home! That was Leslie. She always chose to laugh, sing and dance, and that is what I will remember most about her. Love to you in heaven, darling Leslie, as you laugh, sing and dance, no pain and no troubles in the loveliest gardens of our minds. Blessings upon all who remain. Hang onto each other, and take it one step at a time. Godspeed. - Cynthia
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Leslie was a long time friend and neighbor. She was always a pleasure to be with and we had many happy times. We will think of her often, may she rest in peace. She will be missed. Lots of love!
Leslie was surely one of our very favorite customers!! She lit up the store every time she walked in! She loved Brighton and many other things we have in our wonderful store. Leslie always saw the best side to everything and every situation. She was just a delight! May you rest in God’s arms Leslie and God bless All of your family and close friends. We will truly miss you
My prayers are with you, I worked with Leslie at Sears. She will be greatly missed. Condolences too all her family.
I was 1 day older than Leslie and although she was still in Illinois and I was back East in Massachusetts, we made a point every year to recognize each other's birthday. We were 1/6 of the original "Dirty Dozen" of merchandise analysts at Sears Regional office in Albany, NY in the 80's. What good times we had! I loved that she was so smart and had such a great sense of humor. Yes - she truly did light up a room. I will miss her. Love you, girlfriend!!