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John A. DeFranceschi

February 26, 1962 - October 16, 2019
Visitation
HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory
8057 Niles Center Rd.
Skokie, IL 60077
847.673.6111 |
Sunday 10/20, 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory
8057 Niles Center Rd.
Skokie, IL 60077
847.673.6111 |
Sunday 10/20, 7:00 pm
Prayer Service
Cemetery
Maryhill Catholic Cemetery
8600 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Niles, IL 60714
847.823.0982 |
Monday 10/21, 10:00 am

Committal Service | INTERMENT CHAPEL

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Mass
St. Lambert Catholic Church
8148 Karlov Av.
Skokie, IL 60076
847.673.5090 |
Saturday 11/2, 11:00 am

Memorial Mass

John A. DeFranceschi, age 57, of Schaumburg, formerly of Skokie. Husband of Janice, nee Wisniewski; boyfriend of Barb Patterson; father of Jessica (Eddie), Jeffrey, Jackie (Tyler), and the late Nicholas; poppy of Madison; son of Doris, nee Morelli, and the late Attilio; brother of Bruce (Cheryl), Cathy (Bobbi), Chris (Peggy), and Beth; uncle to many nieces and nephews; constant companion and best friend to Bella. Visitation, Sunday, October 20, 2019, from 3 to 8 p.m., with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m., at HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory, 8057 Niles Center Rd., Skokie. Fishing attire encouraged, but not required. Family and friends to meet for Committal Service, Monday, October 21, at 10 a.m., at Maryhill Catholic Cemetery Interment Chapel, 8600 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles.  A Memorial Mass will be held, Saturday, November 2, 2019, at 11 a.m., at St. Lambert Catholic Church, 8148 Karlov Ave., Skokie. Funeral info:  847.673.6111.

Visitation
HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory
8057 Niles Center Rd.
Skokie, IL 60077
847.673.6111 | Map
Sunday 10/20, 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory
8057 Niles Center Rd.
Skokie, IL 60077
847.673.6111 | Map
Sunday 10/20, 7:00 pm
Prayer Service
Cemetery
Maryhill Catholic Cemetery
8600 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Niles, IL 60714
847.823.0982 | Map
Monday 10/21, 10:00 am

Committal Service | INTERMENT CHAPEL

[ MEET AT CEMETERY CHAPEL ]

Mass
St. Lambert Catholic Church
8148 Karlov Av.
Skokie, IL 60076
847.673.5090 | Map
Saturday 11/2, 11:00 am

Memorial Mass

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John A. DeFranceschi, age 57, of Schaumburg, formerly of Skokie. Husband of Janice, nee Wisniewski; boyfriend of Barb Patterson; father of Jessica (Eddie), Jeffrey, Jackie (Tyler), and the late Nicholas; poppy of Madison; son of Doris, nee Morelli, and the late Attilio; brother of Bruce (Cheryl), Cathy (Bobbi), Chris (Peggy), and Beth; uncle to many niecesContinue Reading

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MaryLou Jarvis left a message on October 31, 2019:
John Rest is Peace. You were always so friendly the times I saw you at work. I am sure you will be missed terribly. My prayers are with your family..
Janice Iacullo left a message on October 31, 2019:
John, you are already missed by so many friends and family. We are all heartbroken . You have been the rock in Barb's life for 8 years now. You brought a ray of sunshine to her life when she needed it most. I cannot picture my lifelong best friend without you!
Lee & Larry Swider left a message on October 31, 2019:
To our dear friends the DeFranceschi's; our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences. May your memories of Johnny bring a smile to your faces every day you spend in the Northwoods.
Terri Fritzshall left a message on October 31, 2019:
Family and friends, Wishing God's peace for you. May he lighten your burden and lift your spirit , day by day. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I will always remember John's incredible laugh, and eyes. May you Rest in peace my friend.
Lexi Gargano left a message on October 30, 2019:
Cathy, please accept my deepest sympathy. May your brother John rest in peace
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Russ Goeltenbodt left a message on October 29, 2019:
John To say that you will be missed is an understatement. I have known you since you were 12 playing sports. Your kindness and your sense of humor will always be with me. My thoughts and prayers are with Jacklyn, Jessica and Jeffrey , Your dear Mom, and your brothers and sisters. May the Angels lead you into Paradise!
Jeff Jamraz left a message on October 29, 2019:
Cathy, My deepest condolences to you, your family and friends of your brother John. May he rest in peace and I will keep him in my prayers.
Josie & Ben Vitale left a message on October 29, 2019:
John.....we can't believe you're gone. Our hearts are all broken. We all worked together for so many years and became good friends. You were always the life of the party! Your laugh alone kept us cracking up! You were one of the great ones taken from us too soon. You are truly missed by many. Rest in peace until we all meet again.
Demitrous Cook left a message on October 24, 2019:
I would like to give heart felt condolences to the DiFranceschi Family and Friends. The Evanston Police Departmemt members are praying for your. Comfort.
Peggy DeFranceschi left a message on October 24, 2019:
John, we will miss you so much. Your smile brightened the day, your laugh was unforgettable. It was our great privilege to have you in our lives. Now you will forever live in our hearts. Your loving Brother and Sister-in-Law, Chris and Peggy
Haben Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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