Thomas Bernard DiPuma Sr., 54 of Lake In The Hills, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday morning, January 7, 2013.
He was born June 24, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Bernard Anthony and Lois A. (Rubino) DiPuma. He grew up on Kilpatrick Street in Chicago and played Little League ball. He graduated from Forman High School in 1976. On October 7, 1978, he married Bonnie B. Early in Streamwood. The couple made their home in the house on Kilpatrick Street for a time then moved to Streamwood where their children were born. In 2001 the family moved to Lake In The Hills. Thomas’s life centered around his family, he was compassionate and loving. He loved the Lord and his family, was a good Christian man who enjoyed giving to others. He enjoyed playing golf and fishing, Alabama football, his dogs and loved to cook.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Bonnie, his son, Thomas Bernard DiPuma Jr., his daughter, Gina DiPuma all of Lake In The Hills, his mother, Lois DiPuma of Elk Grove Village, his brother, James (Catherine) DiPuma of Necedah, Wisconsin, his mother and father-in-law, Graton B. (Jeanette) Early of Woodstock, his sister-in-laws, Julie Monahan of Huntley, Sherry (Robert) Maag & Lynette (Gary) Donovan, all of Lake In The Hills and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. with family greetings friends at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 11, 2013 at the Springbrook Community Church, 10115 Algonquin Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to an education fund for his children.
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I am so sorry for your loss. My brother Jerry and I grew up on Kilpatrick and we played basebell etc. We both send our condolence. Jim Davies Addison Il 630 669-3503
Bob and I would like to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of our Tommy D. He was loved by so many. I grew up with Tom in Chicago. He was in every class of mine from Kindergarten to almost a senior in high school. If Tom was in my class it would be a great year. Tom was one of the kindest caring people on the planet. Loved his children and would tell me how they were doing every chance he got. He loved them unconditionally. Adored his mom and took on the role of head of family when his father passed away. Tom was a wonderful son, father, brother and husband. He will be missed by those of us who were privileged enough to not only know Tom but to call him friend. Tommy D. was taken way too soon from all of us but Tom's already onto his next adventure. We are at peace knowing we will see him again. The light in his star may of gone out but he lives on in the hearts of those who love him. Vaya Con Dios Tommy D. You will never be forgotten.
I like to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son and brother. I knew Tom and his family my whole life, growing up just a few blocks away from the family. I can remember spending many Friday nights at the DiPumas house on Kilpatrick with Bernie, Lois, Tommy, Jimmy and their dog Cleo, enjoying their conversation. Toms quick humor was always entertaining. Watching Bernie make his great Italian sauce, while Jimmy and I listened to his fasinating stories about growing up in Chicago. We will surely miss Tom, but we know he is now in Gods hands.