Paul Jemmi Obituary
Paul was born on April 28, 1966, in Chicago, the son of Julius and Lorraine (Aktabowski) Jemmi. He was a graduate of Illinois State University, where he met the love of his life, Kim. On November 3, 1990, Paul married Kimberly L. Goesel, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and family.
Paul was truly larger than life. He lived each day caring deeply for others and bringing fun and joy wherever he went. A devoted Jimmy Buffett fan, Paul embraced life like a proud Parrothead; never missing a chance to enjoy and savor the moment. He loved building memories by cooking, vacationing anywhere near a beach, and boating on Lake Geneva with family and friends. He was also a lifelong Chicago Bears and Cubs fan.
Above all else, Paul's greatest joy in life was his family. His wife and children were his whole world, and he cherished every moment spent with them. He proudly bragged about his children to anyone who would listen and doted on his wife in all of the little ways that matter most. To Paul, his family were his best friends, and they returned that love tenfold. Paul's warmth, generosity, fun-loving nature, and larger-than-life spirit will be forever remembered by all who knew and loved him.
Paul is survived by his beloved wife, Kim Jemmi; his children, Brad Jemmi, Jake Jemmi, Bryn Jemmi, and Macy Jemmi; and his mother Lorraine Jemmi, his siblings, Michelle (Eric) Schrader and Brian (Sue) Jemmi. He was preceded in death by his father, Julius Jemmi.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., with a service to follow at 4:00 p.m., all at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. (In honor of Paul's love of all things Jimmy Buffett, guests are encouraged to dress with a nod towards Parrothead style).
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Paul may be made to Glory Bound Rescue Ranch:
https://gloryboundrr.networkforgood.com/projects/162841-donations
For further information, please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772. Online condolences may be shared at www.defiorefuneral.com.
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