Louis “Bob” DeFiore, 84 of Huntley, died peacefully, August 26, 2020 with his family by his side.
Visitation will be on Sunday, August 30, 2020 from 4-7pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, at 10:00am at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Burial will be at St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Gift of Hope Tissue and Organ Network https://www.giftofhope.org/monetary-donations/
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Bob was born September 10, 1935 in Chicago, the son of August and Mamie (Quartullo) DeFiore. He married Carol Ann Byrne on December 28, 1957, the couple met in high school and enjoyed 62 years of marriage. He worked as a pipefitter for Local 597. In 1978 he was ordained a Permanent Deacon for the Archdiocese of Chicago, serving at St. Ferdinand Church and later at St. John the Evangelist. He was called to share and live out God’s word, and becoming a Deacon was a perfect fit for him and a vocation that he so loved doing.
He had an amazing life, growing up on the Northwest side of Chicago with his mom and dad and three sisters in a good Italian family. Once he met his wife Carol, he inherited a strong Irish family which he embraced and loved as his family. Bob was a hard working, fun loving, faith filled man. He had the ability to love unconditionally no matter what. Bob was an awesome husband and father and the very best Papi that there ever was! Nothing made him more proud then all of his children and grandchildren. In his own quiet way Bob was always for you and there for you. Bob was a loving and devoted husband, father, papi, brother and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
In October of 2001 Bob was the grateful recipient of a new heart, a heart that came from a family that in their grief said yes. Yes to donating their loved ones heart. It was beyond a miracle for Bob and his family. To that family that said yes; please know that, that heart was loved and cared for and filled with gratitude. Thank you.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Carol, his children, Robert (Sharon) DeFiore, Julie (Jorge) Arza, Mari Kaiser and Carol Lynn DeFiore. He was the proud papi of Jessica, Samantha, Nicholas, Vincent, Marisa, Joey, Bennett, Olivia, and John. Loving brother of Marlene (the late Bob) Sylvester, and Sr. Carol DeFiore and by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, John DeFiore, by his sister, Joan (Armand) Bourque.
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Much love to you Bob and all you served. God has taken you. I wish I could give you a virtual hug for the life you lived. Meeting you at couples breakfast made me aware of what a good man you were. Bless your family
Thank you, Mr.DeFiore, for being a great friend to Hubert & Gloria, and to us as well. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Carol and the entire family. With love we wish you all peace and hope. May Bob's memory be eternal.
Another angel has gone to heaven. Thank you "Mr D" for the love, friendship and inspiration you have given our family. We extend our deepest sympathy to Carol and the DeFiore family.
We are saddened by the passing of Deacon Bob. Our sincere sympathies to Deacon Bob's family in their time of grief. Bob was never but kind to us and will be remembered in our prayers.
To the DeFiore family, we’re both so sorry for your loss, please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Carol and family, Jim and I are deeply saddened by the passing our dear Deacon Bob. We know he is resting in the loving arms of our Savior Jesus. What a beautiful life Bob shared with all of us as a friend. May God bless all of you in your time of sorrow. Jim and Patty Archibald
My sympathy to the DeFiore family. Bob was a great person and a very good Deacon. I am very glad I met him and his family at St. Ferd's.
My heart is heavy on hearing of the passing of Bob. He was always available to anyone who needed his comforting words and strength during their time of difficulty.To Carol Ann & Family, my deepest sympathy. Love & Prayers from Chicago,
The Moorehouse & The Lynch Families.
We love you and will be praying for you all.
Prayers for a wonderful man. A wonderful Deacon, and quite a fighter.
To know him was to love him. May his memory be a blessing to his loving family and friends.
Know that Louis ( Bob) and your family are in my prayers.
please accept our condolences to both Carols and to the DeFiore family. Bob was always one of the last of the good guys.
We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He stood out among men as an icon of peace, love and understanding. He was the true embodiment of Christ's teachings. Our dear cousin will be greatly missed. We are sending love and prayers to his beloved family. Lon, Connie and Anna Batelli
We are so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. May you find peace knowing that he helped so many people and was always ready to listen and share his light with others. I know his family including my mom & data (Fred and Corrine) are there to welcome him in their midst. Sending love, prayers, and hugs to the family, Rick, Jackie, Christina, and Matthew Flosi,
Carol and Family, My heart goes out to you. Bob was a wonderful man, very caring and gentle. What a great tribute for a life well lived! God be with you!
Dear Carol and Family of Beloved Bob... Please accept my condolences. What a wonderful man and a clear witness of the love of God in the world. We haven't seen each other in a long time. But I have wonderful memories of hours spent together in the past. I believe Bob rests firmly in the Sacred Heart of the Lord, celebrtaing with the saints and interceeding for the rest of us. You are in my prayers as together we rely on his. Peace and every good.
Dear Carol and Family, Joe and I send our deepest sympathy to a man that at times was bigger than life, soft spoken and kind with a wonderful sense of humor. Bob's "JESUS" wood carving that hangs in our home was a beautiful gift and has had Bob in our thoughts many a day. We are blessed knowing both Bob and Carol and great memories shared during formation. Our love and prayers to all the family. Love Joe and Kathy
My deepest sympathy to Carol and her children during this great time of great loss. I remember Deacon Bob very well and his smile at St. Ferdinand. Fond memories and best wishes to Carol, his devoted wife and Julie. May God grant Bob ETERNAL HAPPINESS.
Carol, so sorry to read about your dad. Best wishes and prayers to you and your family.
Sorry to hear about your dad. We watched online Mass. we thought that there would be too many people there considering the virus. We would like to come out and see you to share your grief. Don’t know when is a good time for you.
Just learned of Bob's passing in The Chicago Catholic. A devoted, loving soul to all he touched through his ministry and preaching. It was truly an honor to serve along with him on St. Ferdinand's staff. Blessings to you, Carol, Julie and all your families. May the Lord hold him in the palm of His hand.
Our love and prayers to all the DeFiores. May God comfort you. Bob was a truly kind and loving man. May he rest in God’s loving care.
Our love and prayers to all the DeFiores. May God comfort you. Bob was a truly kind and loving man. May he rest in God’s loving care.
My Uncle Bob was truly a beautiful man. He was such a loving and caring man. you truly were blessed to have known him. I thank my parents everyday for the gift they gave me of having Uncle Bob and Aunt Carol as my Godparents. You always made me feel so loved and cared for as I grew up. You both have had such an incredible impact on my life that I will cherish that forever. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you both with a huge smile on my face. Thank you both for all of your love and support. I love you very much Uncle Bob and Aunt Carol.