Samuel "Sammy" Sesto

Samuel "Sammy" Sesto, age 64, a lifelong resident of Chicago Heights, passed away, remembered for his generous spirit, unwavering loyalty, and deep devotion to family and friends.

A proud graduate of Mt. Carmel Grammar School (Class of 1974) and Marian Catholic High School (Class of 1978), Sam went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree in Business from Marquette University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Illinois.

Sam devoted 38 years to his career as a Wealth Advisor at Morgan Stanley. Over the years, he held numerous distinguished titles, including Senior Vice President, Senior Institutional Consultant, Government Entity Specialist, and Wealth Advisor. He also earned professional designations as a Certified Investment Management Analyst and Chartered Retirement Plan Specialist.

Deeply involved in his community, Sam served as a Board Member and President of the Chicago Heights District 170 School Board and the Chicago Regional Transportation Authority (RTA). He was a faithful parishioner of St. Veronica Parish (formerly Infant Jesus of Prague Church).

Sam was passionate about music, was an accomplished pianist, and cherished his time at the family cottage in Rolling Prairie, Indiana. He was also a gifted cook, a devoted Marquette basketball and TCU football fan, and had a special love for mastiffs.

Sam was the beloved husband of Jennifer (née Davis) for 35 beautiful years and the cherished father of Sophia (Gavin) Vrdolyak. He was the devoted son of the late Carolyn (née Corsino) and Dominic "Mac" Sesto, and the dear brother of Natalie (Michael) Lamb. He was also the treasured son-in-law of Caroline (Franklin) Urbahns and the late Harrison Davis, and a caring brother-in-law to Jeffrey (Margaret) Davis, Taylor Davis, Dawn (Edward) Fox, Douglas (Christen) Korzyniewski, and Michael (Deanna) Korzyniewski. Sam was a proud uncle to many nieces and nephews, as well as a beloved godfather, cousin, and friend to all.

Resting at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 West 14th Street (US Rt 30, 3 blks E of Western Ave) Chicago Heights, on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Funeral Friday, November 21, 2025 10:45 am from funeral home to St. Veronica Church (formerly Infant Jesus of Prague Church), 1131 Douglas Ave, Flossmoor. Mass 11:30 am. Interment Assumption Cemetery, Glenwood. For more information, please contact 708-481-9230 or visit panozzobros.com.