Obituary of Paul J. DeSimone

Paul J. DeSimone, age 80, formerly of Odell, IL and Queens, NY, passed away peacefully at Heritage Health in Dwight, IL Sunday, December 27, 2020.  Born April 7, 1940 to the late Josephine (nee Bonanza) and Paul DeSimone in Syracuse, NY, where he was raised and educated.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and two sisters. He will be missed by beloved friends James and Kim Paputsa of Emington and their three daughters, Jennifer (David) Chi of Greenville, South Carolina, Anna (Eli) Pine of Bonners Ferry, Idaho and Katie Paputsa of Emington; Karin Odom of Odell and many others.  Paul was appreciative of all the friendships he has made over the years.

As a young man, Paul moved to Queens, NY teaching drums and playing in ‘The Family Tree’ band for many years.  The band played throughout the Midwest and East Coast.  He even played a few shows on Broadway.  Later he resided in the south suburbs of Chicago working as a chef, moving to Odell 20 years ago. He was a member of New Covenant Community Church, Joliet, IL, a congregation of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church.  Paul’s faith was in the Lord Jesus Christ and he rested on the promises of God. 

As it was Paul’s wish, cremation rites have been accorded and his final earthly remains will be interred at a later date at Union Cemetery in Emington, IL.  Rev. Bruce Hollister will officiate.  For information, please call (815) 942-5040 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.