Anthony DeSantis

Dearest ChiChi and Lu-
All my deepest sympathy, my love and my prayers. Your dad was indeed a phenomenal man. He truly left a positive imprint on my life, as well as Debbie, you and your mom. May his legacy live on!
Love Always ,
Dave Hayes

To the DeSantis Family,

I will always have very found memories of Tony on the visits John O'Brien and I would make to see him at Drury Lane. He was truly a kind and generous man.
I will especially remember the delicious lunches that we were often included in on that were made Daily for the entire staff. We had some wonderful times, and I am glad to have had the chance to hear some interesting stories and spend some quality time with a true Chicago Legend.
My prayers and the...

Mrs. DeSantis and Family,
Be assured of my sympathy and prayers at this time of loss. I was in Springfield for a meeting so I was unable to attend the Mass of Resurrection. I am sure the angels and saints greeted your husband and father with great fanfare.
As a Springfield Dominican I was the recipient of Tony's generosity quite often. My first teaching assignment was at St. Bernadette in Evergreen Park. Yearly, I attended a play at the Martinique as a guest. When I...

My thoughts and prayers are with you in a special way at this time. May the Lord be your Comfort and your Strength.
May Anthony enjoy all the Love and Beauty of the Lord in His Heavenly Home. I am one of the Felician Sisters who enjoyed Mr. DeSantis' hospitality and generosity.
Only God knows how caring and generous this man was.

With deepest sympathy from an old friend.

Love,
Betty Lou

I am going to miss that member of the cfm 1028. On Sundays when we went to drury lane and he was walking around he would say hi jerry and i would say how are you doing. one would never guess that this wonderful person just walking around his wonderful showplace and great resturant was the owner.

Tony was indeed an unusual man who truly believed in helping others and spreading happiness in ways that were extraordinary. As members of a religious community, we have indeed enjoyed many a performance and dinner at Drury Lane each Christmas. His generosity was beyond measure. He will be missed.

ChiChi,
My fondest memories of working in theatre are all centered around Drury Lane. Your Father was one of a kind. My prayers and deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Scott Schumacher

Dear Lucille,

Please accept my condolences at this time of your husband's and father's death. My prayer is not only for the repose of Sir Anthony's soul, but also for the peace and consolation of the Lord for you, Lady Lucille, and your beloved family. I remember with gratitude sharing his hospitality at Drury Lane when I was able to accept an invitation to attend a number of years ago. But even more, I remember with admiration and deep respect Anthony's reverence and devotion...