Scott Kevin Nepermann, 62, of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Scott fought a courageous battle with glioblastoma, facing each day with strength.
Scott was born on May 30, 1963, in Elgin, Illinois, to Leo and Gladys (Zimmick) Nepermann. He graduated from Huntley High School in 1981 and spent the following years dairy farming. Scott moved on to driving a cement truck for Meyer and Prairie and eventually found his joy in metal recycling. He enjoyed being the life of the party and had a never-ending supply of jokes. Most of all, he enjoyed talking with his grandchildren and being an Opa.
Scott is survived by Joe (Colleen) Nepermann, Jim (Sara) Nepermann, and Jeff (Nicole) Nepermann, four beloved grandchildren (Matthew, Tyler, Luke, and Nora), his girlfriend, Laurie Siete, his siblings, Ruth Mau, Suz Hurley, Steve (Jan) Nepermann, Jerry (Gail) Nepermann, his Aunt Ruth Zimmick, and many nieces and nephews. Scott is preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Gladys Nepermann, his sister, Karen Lucich, and his Brother-In-Law, Len Hurley and niece, Carinzia Nepermann.
A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 4-7pm with a service at 7pm all at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
In lieu of flowers, Scott would want you to be kind, do something nice for someone else and “pay it forward”.
The family of Scott would like to extend a special thank you to The Pearl of Elgin, the nurses, aides and staff went above and beyond a took great care of Scott and his family.
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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I am sending prayers to Scott's family. He was truly a great man. Loved his never ending jokes..... He will be missed!! So sorry for your loss.
Sincerest condolences to Scott's family.
Jerry and family, We are so very sorry for your family's loss. May you all find comfort in beautiful memories and the warm embrace of family and friends.
Sending my condolences So sorry to hear about Scott
Scott was a very kind person. He would help anyone if he could. He loved comedy and made me laugh with his jokes. So sad,to young. RIP Scott!! I hope your in the after life with Rodney Dangerfield cracking jokes.
Scott's heart was like no other, he loved his children, his family and friends. I will miss his dearly. ❤️
I’m so very sorry to hear of Scott’s passing. He was an amazing friend to me. Always called me just to say hi and to see how I was doing. A truly caring man and a beloved friend of mine. I’m So sorry for your loss. May he be resting in peace with no more pain. God Speed!
My heartfelt condolences to the Nepermann family. As others have expressed Scott was certainly a caring man, and will be missed. I loved his sense of humor and he imparted this as a good way of thinking positive and looking forward.
my sincere sympathy and prayers for Scott's sons and siblings. They will miss him very much. May all his loved ones be comforted, for he lives in peace with no more pain or confusion surrounded by the love of God.
Scott was a terrific human being with a kind heart and a sharp wit. His shared humor was a constant reminder of keeping the positive energy he put into the world going. He was consistently going out of his way to make people laugh and smile. He will be missed by many. Deep condolences to all his family and friends. Rest in Peace Big Guy!
Scott could grasp the humor in anything. The world was a better place with him. He will be sorely missed.
Thinking of Scott’s family during this sad and difficult time; I am so sorry to hear this news.
So sorry for your loss, Jerry. Best wishes to your entire family.
So sorry you lost a beloved family member, he seemed like he was loved by many.
I will always picture him straightening his non-existent tie, head and eyes flying from side to side retorting "I GET NO RESPECT!" We lost a good one here.
Sending prayers for family. Sorry for your loss.
Sending heartfelt condolences to Scott’s family. Hoping their memories of him and times shared bring them comfort.
Scott always made work fun! He was the the best I ever saw at driving a ready mix truck.I gave him the mic once when we played music at the Dundee VFW. He was great telling jokes and doing his auctioneer spiel .Say hey to Miller and Howie Scott. Rest in peace man🙏🏼
Lori and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family at this time of need. Prayers for you and your family at this difficult time.
Another one gone too soon. He sure enjoyed life. Always telling jokes like his mother Gladys. Playing cards with my mom and dad. And raising hell with my brother Ross. RIP 🙏