Leo Joseph Santori Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Leo Joseph Santori, 94, passed away of natural causes Saturday evening, August 8, 2020, in his Huntley IL home surrounded by his family. He was born August 12, 1925, in Chicago the youngest son of Italian immigrants Alfredo and Esther (Paolinelli) Santori. After serving in the Navy during WWII, Leo returned to Chicago and secured a job as a driver for Wonder Bread. He soon climbed the ranks and felt secure enough to marry Margaret "Midge" Sempetrean on January 15, 1949, in Chicago starting the first of 69 wonderful years together as husband and wife. Later, Leo switched careers and joined Prudential Insurance as a salesman. He rose to become a top executive winning numerous accolades not only for his business acumen but also his leadership and mentorship. He loved woodcrafting - making many furniture pieces for his home and his family - photography, camping, travel, and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He often listened to music by Frank Sinatra remembering the many dances he had with Midge. He will be remembered for his loyalty, integrity and honesty and for the love of his family. He is survived by his six children, James (Colleen) Santori, Nancy Anne Santori, Susan Mary Sleman, Cathi (Bob) Cavicchioni, Mary (Michael) Korta, and Betsy (Jim) Mason; 16 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Margaret on January 23, 2018; two brothers, Joe & Tom;and two sisters, Lena & Sylvia; and two granddaughters, Katie and Amy. Memorials in his name may be directed to the Alzheimer's Foundation in memory of his wife, Margaret Santori at www.alz.org/donate Services will be private.

Leo Joseph Santori

August 12, 1925 - August 8, 2020