Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home

530 W. 14th Street

Chicago Heights, Illinois

Vincent Dee Obituary

Vincent "Joe" Dee, age 75. Longtime Chicago Heights resident, born and raised in South Shore/St. Philip Neri. Mt. Carmel High School graduate. Retired after 42 years of service at Calumet Steel Company and later enjoyed his work for Skyline Disposal/B-52 Shredding. Husband for 53 years of Bernice nee Patrizi. Father of James (Cathy), Thomas (Mary Jane), Timothy (Kim) and John (Caren). Loving "Papa" to his grandchildren Matthew, Meaghan (Michael Beechin), Shannon, Katlynn, Alyssa, Keely, Jocelyn, Haley, Timothy, Sean, Ryan, Nicholas and Lannah. Son of the late Mary nee Walsh and Vincent J. Dee. Brother of Dennis (Tirtzah) Dee, Kathleen Dee, Margaret (Charles) Hansen. Joe's love of sports and coaching led to a long career refereeing high school football for the IHSA, and coaching football and basketball at St. Agnes Parish and Chicago Heights Small Fry basketball. In 2008 he was inducted into the Marian Catholic High School Hall of Fame as the "Spirit of Marian" award recipient. He was a proud member of the St. Agnes Holy Name Society. Visitation will be held at Panozzo Bros Funeral Home, 530 W. 14th St. (US Rt. 30, 3 blks E. of Western Ave) Chicago Heights on Tuesday Sept. 15th from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Funeral Wednesday 9:15 AM to St. Agnes Church, Chicago Heights. Mass 10:00 AM. Interment Assumption Cemetery. Memorials in Joe's name to St. Agnes Parish or Marian Catholic High School would be appreciated by the Dee family. 708 481-9230 of panozzobros.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by SouthtownStar on Sep. 14, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Dee

Not sure what to say?





Christopher Faso

September 21, 2015

Our deepest sympathy and prayers for your family.
Christopher, Rikki, Michael John, Nico, and Alessia Faso

Debbie and Norm Wayman

September 18, 2015

Our deepest Bernice and your family.

September 17, 2015

To the Dee Family,
My deepest sympathy. He touched so many lives and will be truly missed.
Roslyn Costello-Bustos & Family

September 17, 2015

Our deepest sympathy Joe & Sue Grilli

Ken & Diana Spegon

September 16, 2015

To the Dee Family, we are so sorry for your loss. I saw Joe and his wife at Balogio's last week. I thought he looked so good. We just don't know when. Prayers are with you and the family.

Rich Evans

September 16, 2015

Very sad and a great loss as a dear and close friend. I will miss him, and since I learned of his passing, he has been in my thoughts and prayers frequently. He was a friend for over 55 years.

I know his family will survive this and always keep Joe in their hearts and memories.

Rich and Kathleen Evans

Bob Keeley

September 16, 2015

Joe Dee was the absolute worst fellow in the USA, never smiled, couldn't put the ball in the basket, couldn't guard his own jockstrap, and was no fun at all. Let's be real clear now: NO ONE EVER said that about Joe! just wanted to get your attention. I played ( or that is, I tried) basketball with Joe at Mount Carmel HS in Chicago. He was a soph and I was a senior and he was then, and was when I saw him last, the happiest person God ever created. His wife is lucky, his parents must have been geniuses, and his kids and grandkids are the luckiest people in Chicagoland and possibly in all creation. The world will not be as happy a place until we get over this death in our time. God Loves you, Joe, and called you home to be with him. Peace to you and to your beautiful family. You were one of your friends' favorites in every respect. Go Carmel!!

Jayson Garner

September 15, 2015

Coach Dee-the best coach I ever had. Coached our small fry team to the world championship in Newark New Jersey and taught us many life lessons along the way. Praying for strength and comfort for the Dee family during this difficult time

Dan and Sandy Falter

September 15, 2015

To Tom, Maryjane and the whole Dee family,
God bless you and comfort you in your loss. We remember your dad fondly. What a loving and wonderful family your dad and mom raised. I'm sure your dad was very proud of all of you!

September 15, 2015

Oh no! I am so sorry for your loss Bernice. Stay strong and cherish your memories. RIP Joe.

Bonnie Allen Maccormack

September 15, 2015

Please accept our deepest sympathy.

He touched so many lives in a deep and powerful way.

He will be missed.

Peter and Lisa palanca

September 15, 2015

The thoughts and prayers of the Mount Carmel High School community are with your family during these days. May the saints of Carmel welcome Vincent into God's eternal embrace and may Our Lady of Mount Carmel wrap you in the mantle of her love and care.
- Mount Carmel High School

September 15, 2015

Bernice,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult. We have truly lost a great guy.
I am forever thankful to have known him.

Warm Regards,
Wayne and Janet Miller
Football Official

Tommy Patrizi

September 15, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joe was always one of my favorites and had a blessed life. He will be missed.
Love
Tommy and Kelly Patrizi

Tony Frego

September 15, 2015

Mrs. Dee and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you. Mr. Dee was the best. His love for sports and support of the Marian football teams during the years 1984-1987 when I played with Johnny will be something I always cherish and remember.

Tom and Mary (Zeubie) Bijak

September 14, 2015

Joe will always be the epitome of what God wants us all to be....a good, kind, hard working man. He and Bernice were a couple who showed their love of each other to everyone through their actions; a father and grandfather who was always there, a volunteer who gave 110% of his time and energy, a faithful parishioner of St Agnes....
forever in the hearts of those that knew him, forever in the palm of His hand !

September 14, 2015

So sorry Bernice, Joe was the BEST, loved every minute spent with him. A great roll
model for all.

Gene

GREG BARANOWSKI

September 14, 2015

RIP CLASSMATE VINCE. MT. CARMEL 1958 FELLOW GRADUATE GREG BARANOWSKI

Charlie Heidi Reichert

September 14, 2015

Bernice, Our deepest sympathy with the passing of Joe.

Donna Wrede

September 14, 2015

Bernice & family
I'm so sorry to hear about Joe,My Condolences to all.
I'm sure that the Lord is watching over all.

Lena Tate

September 14, 2015

Bernice Dee

Myles and I are very sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Praying for you and the entire family. Joe was a good man so grateful to have know the him.

September 14, 2015

So sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort help you doing this difficult time. Psalms 83 : 18.

Showing 1 - 23 of 23 results

Make a Donation
in Vincent Dee's name

Memorial Events
for Vincent Dee

Sep

15

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home

530 W. 14th Street Lincoln Hwy. (Rt. 30), Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Sep

16

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home

530 W. 14th Street Lincoln Hwy. (Rt. 30), Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Sep

16

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Agnes Church

Chicago Heights, IL

Funeral services provided by:

Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home

530 W. 14th Street Lincoln Hwy. (Rt. 30), Chicago Heights, IL 60411

How to support Vincent's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Vincent Dee's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more