Dominic V. Scopa, 94, of Huntley, died peacefully, December 1, 2022.
Dominic was born July 11, 1928, the son of Vito and Magdalena Scopa. On June 2, 1951, he married MaryEllen Conway. Dominic started as a butcher for Dominick’s Finer Foods and worked there until his retirement as Vice President of Meat and Seafood Operations. He and his wife Mary Ellen raised their 4 children in Mt. Prospect. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed being outdoors. He was a long-time member of the Bull Valley Golf Club and a proud member of the Mazzini-Verde Bocce Club. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. At the age of 94 he was independent till the end, living on his own. He was a loving father, grandfather and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his children, Kathy (Dom) Cayabyab, Mike (Kathleen) Scopa, James Scopa, and Judy Flint, by his 8 grandchildren, Dominic, Jon-Luc, Moira, Caitlin, Ryan, Isabella, Alexandrea, and Daniel. Dominic is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Dominic was preceded in death by his wife, MaryEllen, his granddaughter, Vanessa, his siblings, Joseph, Catherine (Joe), Salvatore, and MaryAnn. By his wife’s siblings, Margaret (Ray), Betty (Vince), and their spouses.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, from 4-8pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 7, at 10:00am with a visitation at Church from 9-10am all at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. There Entombment will be private at All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to St. Mary Church or a charity of one’s choice.
For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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At the age of 20 when I started working for Dominicks my uncle gave me advice that changed my life. I never forget his advice and I could never thank him enough for making my life as good as it could ever be. I will never forget you and love you till my time is up. Love you uncle Dom with all my heart
So sorry to the Scopa family. Had the pleasure of being part of the Dominick's family for 39years Joe ODette
I remember Mr. Scopa as a kind man and a great neighbor.
Sending love & light to the family. You are in my prayers.
My sincerest condolences to your family. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Sending love & light to the family. You are in my prayers.
Jim our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . How wonderful you were able to have him for so many happy years.
Deepest condolences to the Scopa family, I had the pleasure of working with Scop for over 20 years. He was a super boss with a heart of gold.
He was a giant of a man, a good friend and my mentor. I will miss him.
Dom was the blueprint for the American Dream. Started with just a high school diploma and a bagging job at a single independent grocery store. From there he built a wonderful loving family, a great career, and a wonderful environment for his family to grow and thrive. He was always nice and gracious to me and I will always remember him fondly.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
I remember when I first met Mr. Scopa, a little short guy with powerful words. He treated us with dignity and never brow beat you in front of customers. I always had respect for him. I'm glad he got out before it got worse. He'll be missed,
I got to know Scop much better after I started working at corporate in May of 1979. Prior to that I had seen him occasionally when I was in the stores in different management positions. What I remember most about him was his warm and genuine smile and how friendly he was. There were no airs or pretenses about him, he was simply a very nice gentleman who cared deeply for the company and his employees. It's no wonder the company grew under men like him and Mr. D. I believe his greatest legacy is the affection and respect all the meat department and DFF employees have for him. May the good Lord welcome him home.
We remember our former VP of meat operations fondly, as he was kind and fair to everyone, by all accounts. Dominick’s Finer Foods was a better company for him having been a part of it. May he rest easy.
I worked with Scopa for many years but I never really knew him until we both retired and played Bocce together at Mezzina Verde. We always had fun teasing each other and I found him to be a caring and compassionate person. He always gave all the credit to his wife for raising 4 wonderful children, and on the business side, he gave all the credit to the people around him that helped make him successful. As far as I am concerned, he was an Awesome person and the backbone of the Dominick's organization. On a personal level, he was a good friend and a great person to be around. The world just lost a wonderful person and I hope someday we will meet again...of course, he will tease me as usual, but I wouldn't have it any other way...love you my old friend...Walk with God
Our sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the family at this difficult time. Love, The Macek Family
Our deepest condolences to the Scopa family.
We will miss Dom, we enjoyed knowing him and his smile at Bull Valley Golf Club.
Jim our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . How wonderful you were able to have him for so many happy years.
My heartfelt sympathy and condolences on your loss. So many memories shared by my father John aprile of times at Dominick finer foods. He always had a kind word when he spoke of Mr scopa.
My condolences, great guy.
Dear Scopa family, Our lives have been enriched by just knowing your family . My heart is heavy thinking of your loss, but what a blessing we all had to have known and loved your mother and father. God Bless you all, Diane
Dom Scopa was one of the best Meat Operators I’ve ever known. He was “Tough but Fair”. I knew him for more than 40yrs. He was a mentor, a business associate, and most of all a friend. We stayed in touch long after we both retired from the food business. Scope, as knew him, was an important figure in my life. I will never forget him. May He Rest In Peace.
I am so sorry for your family's loss, he was a great Boss !