Joseph N. Stanfa, the son of Salvatore Stanfa and Catherine Damiani, was born February 18, 1942.
Beloved father of Tom and Su Stanfa, Denise and James Hollich, Paul and Denise Stanfa, was grandfather of Kate Mongold, Lauren Stanfa, Abby Wannamaker, Sage Hollich and Lindsay Stanfa, as well as devoted sibling to Gloria O'Donnell, Joanna and Mario Gambarota, and Nick and Linda Stanfa.
He went to be with God on April 18, 2023, and he will be missed by family and friends, but leaves them wonderful memories that will last a lifetime. His love of life and people brought joy and comfort to all he touched. Joseph was an accomplished small-business owner who started his career with Ace Hardware and Garofalo’s Finer Foods before assuming control of the family business, Dino’s Food and Liquor Store. Joseph was an avid golfer and Cubs and Bulls fan. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren and his beloved wife.
Memorial Funeral Mass will be celebrated on May 15, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, located at 10307 Dundee Road in Huntley. Inurnment will be at St. Mary Cemetery. For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772. Online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
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Papa Joe was one of the early impressions of male adulthood in my life.
On behalf of my entire family, I would like to extend our condolences to all of your family on the passing of your father and our friend Joe. The loss of a parent is singularly devastating,particularly for those of us who were close to them. All of our thoughts and feeling are with all of you as you try to recover from such a loss. In time and through the love of others,you will feel the inner strength that evolves from having been blessed with such a wonderful parent. May God give you all the strength to heal from this loss and be at peace. Dom and Nadine
Joe is already in HEAVEN!!!!
I recall meeting Joe in our sophomore yr, 1957. It was at freshsoph football. Joe was absolutely fearless on the football field trying and usually succeeding in taking out the opposition. He was just as fearless in his business, expecting the best from everyone especially himself. Second place was never good enough for Joe. My family and I will miss him. Jerry Coleman
My condolences to all of Joe’s family and friends. What a kind, nice, and caring man he was to all who knew him. His smile and laugh were contagious and he always made me feel special. May his memory be a blessing to all now and forever.
I’m deeply sorry to hear about your recent loss and hoping you find peace during this trying time. I would like to extend condolences to you and your family ones during this time of grief. Sending you and your family all my love, peace, strength and courage you need in this difficult times.
What a lovely person who will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My condolences to all of Joe’s family and friends. What a kind, nice, and caring man he was to all who knew him. His smile and laugh were contagious and he always made me feel special. May his memory be a blessing to all now and forever.