Dominic DiFrisco

Date of Death: 
Sunday, April 28, 2019

Beloved husband of Carol nee Loverde. Loving father of Nina (Robert) Mariano. Proud grandfather of Pasquale Gianni. Fond brother of Carmela Soricelli of New York and Louisa Termini of Texas. Uncle and godfather to many. Dear friend to countless near and far.

Visitation: 
Tuesday, April 30, 2019 - 12:00pm to 8:00pm
Wednesday, May 1, 2019 - 10:00am
Interment: 
Private

Guestbook

Joseph & Kim Consiglio
Dominic was always an inspiration to many, an individual who is blessed by God; he will surely be missed not only in the Chicago land but throughout the world. His good deeds will always be remembered; it was an honor as well as pleasure to know such a distinguished individual but yet was so humble to others and one who touched so many lives. God Bless With our Sympathy, Joseph & Kim Consiglio
Velda Davino
Dear Carol, Nina, Bob, Pasquale, and family, Dominic will always be remembered. He was a great man and wonderful friend. My condolences and prayers are with you. Velda
DeDee and Paul Fosco
Memories of a Classy Guy In July of 1990 Dominic, Carol and Joy came to a barbeque at my mother's house. At the time my Grandparents were living there, and my Grandfather was very happy to be meeting Dominic. Soon after they arrived and introductions were made, my Grandfather pulled me over and said. "This cannot be Dominic DiFrisco", when I asked why he said, "because this guy doesn't have any socks on". We laughed until we cried. Dominic told people countless times of his meeting with Grandpa. People held Dominic in such high esteem, he was charming, funny and loving. He will be missed more than words can ever say. To his family our sympathies our with you always for the larger than life loss. DeDee and Paulie
John O'Toole, MD
Rest in peace, cuor di Leone.
Anonymous
Ciao caro amico, you will forever be in our hearts. Cumpare Mario is waiting to welcome you Home. Your Godchild Jodi and the Arizzi Family
CAMILLE PANDOLFELLI
My prayers go out to my dear cousin, Dominic He was always more than just a cousin to me. He was more like my brother. During our youth we spent every summer together in the country in New Paltz, NY. Needless to say we were very close. Dominic always thought so much of family. He was always there for you no matter how near or far. He will be missed, I love you cousin. Carol my sincere condolences to you and the family. In deepest sympathy, Cousin Camille
James Tracy
Dear Nina I had the pleasure of meeting your father on a few occasions since I’m a close friend of Lucia Annunzio and her father the late congressman Frank Annunzio was a close friend of your father. I remember him being very gracious man . Pat Norman always spoke so highly of your dad. We both wish you our deepest sympathy and that you take comfort in knowing how much he was loved. Deepest sympathy Jim Tracy, Pat Norman and Danielle Norman
Coco Bucci
Le piu' sentite condoglianze a Carol e tutta la Famiglia. Una grande perdita per tutti noi.
Mrs. Marsh
To the family and friends, please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear love one. The Bible assures us that our Heavenly Father, Jehovah God, is aware of our pain and he is near to the brokenhearted (Psalms 83:18; Psalms 34:18). We are also given the promise that there will be a Resurrection and that God will bring an end to Death forever (John 5:28,29; Revelation 21:3,4). It is my hope that the power of God's word will help to ease your sorrow as you cherish the loving memories you shared together. Please consider reviewing the attached document for more information and encouragement: https://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/dead-live-again-tract/dead-live-again/
Valeri DeCastris
This huge loss to the Italian American community, Chicago and his family is a shock to me as I didn't know he was sick. Dominic was someone who you always thought would be there forever...advocating for us. I first met him when I was working in Springfield and we were running around the Illinois House and Senate. We immediately clicked and I was in great awe and admiration of him. I am active in Rockford's Italian American community, in many ways including initiating a Sister City with Ferentino, Italy and serving on the Greater Rockford Italian American Association (GRIAA). I would call him, at home occasionally to bounce something off him or complain about something. He always had time for me although his stature was surely above mine any day. I think he got a kick out of my active work on behalf of our shared ethnic heritage and my spunk. For whatever reason, I was blessed to call him my acquaintance. I hope that he continues to get honored for his tireless work on behalf of our community and I hope that there is a permanent memorial to him. I also hope that he was cognizant enough to know about Mayor LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans' apology for the largest mass lynching of Americans - that of Sicilian immigrants in 1890. Undoubtedly, he would have been pleased as I was, a fellow Sicilian/Roman. I can't believe that he is gone. Dominic was bigger than life and surely will be missed by so many. Its fitting that his death is receiving the media coverage he deserved. My deepest condolences to his family. I didn't even know that he had connections to the Mariano's. What a nice synergy of good works. Finally, my deepest thanks to Dominic for fighting the good fight for us on so many fronts, Balbo Drive, Columbus, etc. etc. etc...He stood very tall in a city of many leaders and was a distinguished advocate for us...Bravo, Grazie e Tanti Amore.