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Jules
January 1, 2024
14 yrs ago, how can that be!! I love and Miss you every day Husband!!
YMMOT
January 9, 2021
Hard to believe that it's been 10 years, Big Guy. I still think of you every January 1 and on your birthday.
Sure do miss ya.
Wendy Di Bene
July 15, 2012
I miss you Big Brother.
Randy McCoy
April 10, 2011
Just recently heard of Jeff's passing. I have great memories of being Jeff's team mate at Nevada Union in various sports, especially basketball. Had some great battles! I was very excited to have seen Jeff at a class reunion many years ago. Ray Welz hit it on the head--GENTLE GIANT. A big guy with an even bigger heart! I'll miss you man.
G Ray Welz
January 7, 2011
I remember Jeff a BIG guy, a GENTLE GIANT if you will, I did not know him personally but was sad to hear this news. NUHS '76
Ron Hodkins
January 3, 2011
I am sure that Jeff will be missed by many. I attended Nevada Union High School with Jeff, and was always impressed with what a kind and gentle person he was.
Julie Di Bene
December 15, 2010
Jeffrey I miss you...
Julie Di Bene
August 6, 2010
I love you Husband...
Julie Di Bene
March 16, 2010
Jeffrey, It's 4 a.m. and I can't sleep...I'm missing you so much this last week, more so than normal. Maybe because the weather is starting to change and everything is starting to green up? This was always one of your favorite times of the year, we'd made it through another damn winter and the working season was looking good and we all had a better outlook on life.All the pretties in the yard are starting to sprout up and it was always a new beginning to everything. Now it's a new beginning but not one that I ever imagined that I would be doing without you...and one that frankly, I don't want to have to do!!Jeffrey, I need you to help hold me up right now, I'm really tired and I'm not dealing with this as well as I was. I just miss you so much and my heart feels like it is just a heavy rock in my chest and I need you so much Husband!! This just ins't right and I want you here with me!! I know that's selfish as hell but I don't care. I just don't want to do all this anymore..I love you Jeffrey, I have loved you all my life,I will love you all the rest of my life's..Always your Jules
March 10, 2010
Julie, call me!!!!!
Becki
Julie DiBene
March 8, 2010
I miss you Husband...
Julie Di Bene
February 14, 2010
Jeffrey today is Valentines Day...another one of those "first" that I have to endure. I Thank You for such good friends like the Brett's who I'm with now to help me get through days like this. Shelly and I watched silly movies last night and I laughed harder that I have in a very long time. I didn't realize how much I needed it. I'd gladly trade in every single happy moment that I've ever had just to be able to touch you and tell you how much I love you just one more time...I love you Husband and I really don't know what I'm suppose to do without you here with me? I can't even put it into words how I'm feeling. Love You Cupcake,Jules
Julie Di Bene
February 3, 2010
Jeffrey I can't even begin to explain the void in my soul that is there 24/7, and I just hope that you knew that you were and always will be the MOST important person in my life. I am so grateful that I had you in my life to love me, teach me, take care of me and share with me the most precious relationship that I will ever know. I miss you Cupcake and I need you to come give me a hug to let me know your alright and to give me strength, because right about now I'm really needing a boost. I love you so much Husband!!Jules
Becki Fuller
January 27, 2010
Jules, I know it is hard to not question the why's. You need to know that there will be days of sorrow and all you want to do is sit in a corner and cry, and that is okay. The only thing you can't do is let it be everyday, all day. Take those moments for yourself and get it out. Jeff wouldn't want you to let it control you and take all of your energy. He is watching over you and will help you get through this. When my grandma pasted this summer my kids each choose a star for their window star. This is where my grandma looks down from heaven to see them and they can always look and see her. Time is sometimes the enemy at this point, but I do believe that when you have found the peace you will know that you to will forever have Jeff in your heart and that he will see you through anything everthing you do. Keep your chin up! Love ya!
Julie Di Bene
January 26, 2010
I miss you Husband...
January 24, 2010
Hey Jeff.. You've been on my mind lately.. Please look after my sister..
Love, Shannon
Mike D
January 21, 2010
I met Jeff through ITD, Jeff was a heck of a nice guy, when my family met him my kids thought he was just an awesome guy. Jeff will be missed by all.
Prayers go out to his wife, kids and family members. We lost a great one...
Julie Di Bene
January 18, 2010
Jeffrey your Celebration yesterday was a HUGE success!! SO many wonderful people cared deeply for you, I know you didn't realize the amount of lives that you profoudly touched in your short lifetime...But I am feeling it on a daily basis, if it wasn't for alot of those people I don't know how I'd be coping. So I must Thank You for taking care of me now just as well as you've been taking care of me for all these years!! I miss you Husband!!I'll Love You for Eternity!!Jules
Andy Vasquez
January 17, 2010
I met Jeff while attending N.N.C. Jeff was always a very kind person to me and to others I saw him associate with. I am so sorry for your loss of this great Man,Son,Brother, Father And Husband,I know that God will give your family the peace that only he can give during this confusing time in your life.
Julio Arroyo
January 16, 2010
I got to know Jeff online through ITD, and while i never spoke to him in person or over the phone he helped me out many a time when i had a question or problem, and was always willing to lend a helping hand when needed.
"que dios te tenga en su santa gloria jeff" (may god have you in holy peace)
Julie Di Bene
January 16, 2010
I miss you Cupcake...Mom's on her way down with Jesiah and your Lil Rugrat Darling, she's so exited the first thing out of her mouth of course was "can we ride Widow?!!" Anyway I better go Husband, need to work on your pictures. I miss you so much Jeffrey..Love always, Your Jules
MUDDY
January 15, 2010
it is hard for me to find proper words speaking about this huge man with a huge heart.
jeff will never be forgotten by me, nor the members of the Idaho Turbo Diesels . com ,diesel club.
BIG JEFF was an awesome friend to myself, and all in the club. he was pleasant to be around and the kind of guy that when you visit with him you went away with a better feeling and attitude then you arrived with. he had such a cool head and intellegent thought and had a great way of dealing with people that many of us should have taken lessons on.
BIG JEFF not only was friendly with those he knew well but was outgoing and friendly with folks he didnt know also. he would always do what he could to help other folks in the diesel community and i'm sure he was that way no matter where he went. I am thankful for the friendship and help he has given me.
julie, and the rest of the family, and friends... my prayers are with you for your loss.
I seriously doubt anyone who BIG JEFF has known in his life, has not benefited in a positive way from being around him.
Brian Sowle
January 15, 2010
Jeff will be remembered by me as really big man with a really gentle personality who was also very kind. I'm glad I had the chance to meet you, wish I had got to know you better.come to find out we were from the same town and didn't even know it.
Julie , Jeff's family & close friends,,
I don't know what to say but, I felt the same pain not to long ago and know there isn't much somebody can say.
I am truly sorry for your loss, You are in my prayers.
Dennis Chapman
January 15, 2010
I only knew Jeff through Idaho Turbo Diesel's but talked to him often there. For him, I'm sure he's lookin down laughin about all the fuss that's bein made over him.
For the family, and that also includes many close friends he considered family, you have my prayers and best wishes. I'm sure that life without Jeff next to you will take a lot of enjoyment out of it, but always know he is watching and still thinking of you with a smile on his face.
Don't forget some extra treats for them old horses to help them through this also. He will be missed by all who's life he touched.
Shannon Lee
January 14, 2010
Rest in peace, Jeff..I have never felt so much love through a hug.. unforgettable..Take care of my Colby-Chan
Stankewitz-Hunt Family
January 14, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to this kind hearted man's family and friends.
Martin Flora
January 12, 2010
Jeff you will be missed. It was an honor getting to know you.
Steve Pritchett
January 11, 2010
To Jeff,s wife and loved ones, I met Jeff thru Pacific movers. Just a great person and a man of his word. I'am sure I see you again someday Jeff.
Steve Pritchett, Mackay,idaho
Dan Winkler
January 11, 2010
It was a real pleasure to have known Jeff. I'm glad I was given the oppurtunity. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
Tanya
January 10, 2010
It's hard to believe my friend is gone. I'm thankful we have stayed in touch all these years. Steven and Adrianna, we spoke of you often. I want you to know how much your Dad loved you both. I will miss you Jeff, though I know you are at peace now.
Tiffany Di Bene
January 9, 2010
Happy Birthday Jeffy! I love you big bro
Steve Price
January 9, 2010
Sincere condolences to the family from one of Jeff's many friends in the diesel truck world.
Julie Di Bene
January 9, 2010
Happy Birthday Husband!!! I'm making your favorite breakfast for you only your not here to enjoy it...I still can't believe that your gone Cupcake, I'm trying to be strong but it seems like it's getting harder with each passing day...I think it's called reality!!Everybody that you called your friend have been extremely supportive and I don't know if you really even realized how many of those friends were"great" friends. Those great friends,Lil John,Aly,Brad,Janice,Blain,Kristy,Chuck,Shelly,Tomas,Norma and Pete are all coming out to the house this afternoon to BBQ and celebrate your BDay. So there will be lots of crying, laughing and story telling going on here today!! I love you Husband and I miss you terribly...Love your Jules
Carl Brenneman
January 8, 2010
I have many great memories of Coach. He cared about the players and taught me how to work hard to achieve a goal. I still think about him when I coach today.
Becki Fuller
January 8, 2010
What does one say when the lord chooses to take such a special man. His plan for Jeffery must be a big one. Jeff was a man with a heart as big as he was. Julie, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know this last year has been a test and sometimes it just doesn't seem fair. Just know that I have a shoulder to cry on and ear to listen. I'm sure Jeffery and Ron are enjoying a drink and playing a game of pool.
A T
January 7, 2010
I have had a crush on Jeff Di Bene since I was in 7th grade! In junior high, I loved to go watch him play basketball with the NNC Crusaders--determined to be his greatest fan. I insisted that my mom buy me some red iron-on numbers so I could make a sweatshirt to wear and represent his number for NNC--55. I wore it until the numbers peeled. In fact, even today, thirty years later, I have his picture hanging on my bulletin board in my office, mixed in with all my own family pictures, from the team photo that was recently printed in the Messenger from NNU. My heart goes out to the family.
Janice Hicks
January 7, 2010
I will always remember Jeff's great smile and attitude! A great friend with BIG shoulders to lean on. A huge loss. He will be missed tremendously in the Wood River Valley, and by all that knew him. Rest in Peace my friend!!
Marge Southard
January 7, 2010
Jeff you were an amazing man and I know you loved my daughter with all of your big heart! We last spoke on Christmas day and I am so happy we did. Jeff you will be missed by all of your wonderful friends and family. I know that when you hugged me I really knew that I was being hugged! Rest in peace big man,Love your mother-inlaw
Dave Richards
January 7, 2010
Jeff was the best son in law a father could ever hope for his daughter to marry.We didn't get to spend nearly enough time together,but I will allways cherish the moments we did share.
Julie Di Bene
January 7, 2010
I love you Cupcake.....I miss you more than any word can even express!!
Marilyn Dillard
January 7, 2010
Jeff''s kindness covered an area as large as the man himself. I had the fortune to work with Jeff and Pacific movers several times. It didn't take long after meeting him to discover he was special in so many ways. After you moved past his impressive size you were taken with his quiet, gentle manner. There are special people we are meant to meet in our lifetime and this special person was hard to miss!
I offer prayers for peace for Julie and family.
Thanks for the memories. God speed Jeff.
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