Fontanini, Eugene Oriano

Eugene Oriano Fontanini has passed from this life on November 28, 2023 in Fort Lauderdale Florida surrounded by his loving family. Eugene was the beloved Father of Lisa, Joseph (Jossenka), Anthony, Gina (Claudio Sgobba) and Nicholas Fontanini and former husband to Rita Fontanini. Dear son of the late Oriano and Jennie Fontanini nee (Belluomini). Loving grandfather of Onalia, Minola, Livia, Vincent, Francesca, Oriano, and Dominic. A dear brother of JoAnne Fontanini (Darell Medley). Sincere uncle of Rita, Laura and Cara (Reid Swanson). Beloved cousin of Joy Belluomini, Rina (Lino) Pasquini. A dear friend and special colleague to many. Eugene was the CEO of Fontanini Italian Meats and an unforgettable icon in the food service and pizza industry throughout the United States. His unwavering dedication and passion to the food industry will never be forgotten. Eugene also received the Italian Man of the Year Award for Lucchesi nel Mondo, a Tuscan Club which connects Italians and Americans through culture, cuisine, and history in the Tuscan region. Eugene truly was “Una Bella Differenza”. Visitation will take place on Friday December 8 from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge, Il. A procession will depart the funeral home on Saturday at 8:00 a.m. to pass by the Fontanini Plant in McCook before processing to St. Mary Church. Those wishing to partake are asked to meet at the funeral home at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday. Visitation will also be held on Saturday at 10:15 a.m. at St. Mary Church, Buffalo Grove, until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at Maryhill Cemetery in Niles, Il. Info: 708-456-8300

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