Generoso "Jerry" Aurigemma

Generoso "Jerry" Aurigemma

Generoso "Jerry" Aurigemma, 80, of Pingree Grove, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Jerry was born on October 29, 1944, in New York, the son of Andrew and Santa Aurigemma. In January 1968, he married the love of his life, Phyllis M. Benincaso, and together they built a beautiful family filled with love, laughter, and devotion.

Jerry had a long and successful career in sales and marketing, and he dedicated much of his time to helping others. At both St. Hubert Catholic Church and later Holy Family Church, he led the Job and Employment Networking Ministry, a program designed to connect people with job opportunities and provide encouragement during times of transition. His compassion and leadership left a lasting impact on many lives.

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Jerry found great joy in being actively involved in his sons’ lives and later in cherishing every moment with his grandchildren. He was an avid traveler who explored the world with curiosity and enthusiasm, a movie and history buff, and for the past twelve years, an active member and leader within his neighborhood HOA.

Jerry will be remembered for his kind heart, sense of humor, and unwavering dedication to his family and community. He was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Phyllis Aurigemma; his sons, Andrew (Stephanie) Aurigemma and Jerry (Jennifer) Aurigemma; and his cherished grandchildren, Grayson and Kennedy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Santa Aurigemma.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will follow at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Burial will take place at Huntley Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Animal House Shelter in Huntley or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

For further information, please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or visit www.defiorefuneral.com to leave an online condolence.