Antonio Samuel De Leon III, age 53, of Chicago, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, March 18th, 2025. He was a loving father and husband. To many, he was the protector, the glue, and the patriarch of his family. He was the embodiment of love, compassion, and stubbornness. Bean bags, the Dallas Cowboys, family time, and the Chicago Cubs were among his favorite pastimes. He was a General Hospital fanatic who loved to watch movies and play softball when he got the chance.
He is preceded in death by his parents Antonio and Elodia De Leon and siblings Fidel Castellano and Barbara De Leon.
Antonio is survived by his loving wife, Claudia De Leon, his 2 daughters, Cristal Cahue and Alyssa De Leon (Andres), and his son, Alejandro Lopez. He is also survived by his loving dogchildren, Cooper, Camila, Charlie, and grand-dog Levi. Beloved brother to Edward (Norma) Salinas, Michael Castellano, Samuel De Leon, Arturo (Teresa) De Leon, Elodia De Leon, and Selena (Keith) Wilcopolski. Beloved uncle to Fidel (Sonia), Eddie, Steven (Vanessa), Brandon (Renee), Amber, Ariel (Ryan), Keith Jr., Kaylee, Cecilia, AJ, Rachael, Robyn, and Christian.
A visitation for Antonio will be held Monday, March 24th, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mount Auburn Funeral Home, 4101 South Oak Park Ave, Stickney, IL 60402. A morning visitation will occur Tuesday, March 25th, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the funeral home. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM. A graveside service will follow at Mount Auburn Memorial Park, 4101 South Oak Park Ave, Stickney, IL 60402.
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