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Kevin Cestone Obituary

Cestone, Kevin F. Age 39, beloved husband of Brandi (nee Brown), devoted father of Joey, Samantha and Gianna, loving son of Michael (Eileen) Cestone, dear brother of Christine (Rich) Pizzuto, Tricia and Michael (Gina) Cestone, dear uncle of Christian, Brandon, Mikey, Brianna, Jake and Adriana. Kevin was a five-time Golden Glove Boxing champion. Funeral Saturday, 10 a.m. from Salerno's Rosedale Chapels, 450 W. Lake St., Roselle, IL 60172 (3/4 mile West of Bloomingdale/Roselle Rd.) to St. Patrick Church, 408 Cedar St., St. Charles, IL Mass 11 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. For info 630-889-1700 or www.salernofuneralhomes.com. In lieu fo flowers, donations to the Kevin Cestone Memorial Children's Fund, 39W847 N. Robert Frost Circle, St. Charles, IL 60175.


Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 14, 2011.
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Dear Eileen, Please accept my sincere sorry.
You are not forgotten nor your family here in NY.
JOANN & NELSON

JOANN HOCKER

March 13, 2012

Im Christian, its hard losing someone you love dearly i have sufferd through times and im happy i get to see the memorial fight R.I.P Uncle Kevin

Christian Cestone

February 16, 2012

Marilee Brown

May 1, 2011

Cestone Family please accept my condolences please! Robert Wallace,Tempe, Arizona Big Kevin a true friend of mine in and out of the ring. I met at the olympic training center in colorado springs colorado. Became one of my greatest friends. Kevin Owned Chicago! and anytime I am ever in or hear of chicago I will think of Kevin Cestone! Because he ruled chicago. Thank You Cestone's for having such a great son and true friend to me Thankyou!

Rob Wallace

April 27, 2011

Words do not do justice to the sadness I feel about OUR loss. His humor was even quicker than his jab, and his heart was pure gold. Thank you KFC for years of comic relief in a stressful place, and for being one of the few good guys. God bless you Brandi, Keelee, Gigi, Sam, and Joey.

Much Love always,
JFP

Jimmy Pauley

April 21, 2011

I knew your family long ago and only recently touch based with Keivn again..I am saddened by his passing...my thoughts are with you all through this difficult time..

Krista Ness

April 19, 2011

I'll always remember him smiling all the time, even on bad days. Every body loved Kevin. God bless his family and close friends that they may find comfort from this tragic loss.

Keith Velcich

April 19, 2011

Very sorry and saddened to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to the Cestone Family.
Michael Coogan

April 19, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the Cestone family. Kevin will be missed by so many. Know that you have a guardian angel looking down on all of you.

Erica Fosco (Baran)

April 18, 2011

Lisa Garofalo

April 18, 2011

Dear Cestone Family-

I am deeply sorry and saddened for your loss. Bless your family during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kristin Deyle

April 18, 2011

Dearest Cestone Family:
We are deeply saddened by the premature loss of your TRUE fighter, Kevin! Our hearts and our prayers are with you & your family during this most difficult time. We will miss our good friend! He is a TRUE ANGEL! We are thinking of you!
Love Always,
Debra, Brandon, Robbi, & Aiden Coltune

Debra Coltune

April 16, 2011

To the Dear Cestone Family,
The early departure of special Kevin is beyond human comprehension. I pray God dull your pain, and Jesus send His angels to protect his children, I will remember you in my daily prayers. Xoxo

Susan Giambrone

April 16, 2011

My deepest sympathies to the entire Cestone family. I am still sadden and in shock of Kevin's passing. Wish there were words that could take your pain away.I think and Pray for all of you everyday, and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Christi (Saporito)Volpe

April 15, 2011

I'm so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vanessa Lullo Pascente

April 15, 2011

I'm so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Cestone family. God Bless your entire family at this this hard time.

Tracey & Lee Lemke

April 15, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the Cestone family and all of Kevin's close friends! He was an amazing person and will be dearly missed! May his children always have a one of a kind angel watching over them.

Kristen Smith

April 15, 2011

sorry for you loss god bless you and your entire family during this.god love
you he have no mistakes.

cme

April 15, 2011

Kevin was a great Father, Man, and Friend to all. My deepest condolences go out to the entire Cestone family and children.

Dominick Aiello

April 15, 2011

Kevin was a great father, man, and friend to all. My deepest condolences go out to the entire Cestone Family.

Dominick Aiello

April 15, 2011

My heart goes out to the entire Cestone Family for the tragic loss of Kevin. He was a kind and gentle soul with a heart of gold - so special! Always smiling that infectious smile...

I hurt for your entire family! I can't imagine the pain you are all feeling. I will continue to pray for strength as you say goodbye to an amazing son, brother, father, friend, cousin, and husband. Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. God Bless you all during this difficult time.

Mia Angileri

April 15, 2011

Our prayers and condolences to the Cestone family. Words cannot express the sadness we feel at your loss. Kevin will be missed and remembered always.

Bob & Niki Maggio

April 15, 2011

An Absolute tragedy, my deepest condolences to the entire family. He was a good man, good trader good father

Jordan Heller

April 15, 2011

Dear Cestone family, My hear goes out to you and I am deeply saddened for your loss.

Nikolai Miczek

April 15, 2011

My sincere condolences to the whole Cestone Family. Everytime me or anyone else on the floor saw Kevin, he always had a smile on his face. He was generous to all he knew. There are not too many men like Kevin thats for sure. He will be truly missed. God be with and bless the entire Cestone family, especially his girls... Eternal rest grant him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him..
Matt and Jennifer Kenah

Matt Kenah

April 15, 2011

Dear Cestone Family,
My heart and prayers go out to your family at this difficult time. Kevin was a man with a shining personality and a big heart. He will be truly missed. My deepest sympathy.
Jennifer Daly

Jennifer Daly

April 15, 2011

My condolences go out to the entire Cestone Family. I am shocked and deeply saddened by Kevin's passing. He is in a better place now. You will be missed but never forgotten Kevin! God bless you all!

Jennifer Sullivan

April 15, 2011

I was very sorry to hear the "Colonel" left us. KFC always made people happy. Smile on his face, never down. My condolences go out to his wife and kids. He loved you very much. Jeffrey Carter (CR)

Jeff Carter

April 14, 2011

Our hearts go out to The Cestone Family during their time of sorrow. To know Kevin was a Honor that I will hold with me until we meet again.

Giorgio Ferrari Jr.

April 14, 2011

My heart goes out to the Cestone family. May God watch over you in this troubling time. Kevin, you will truly be missed.

Jim Mercola

Jim Mercola

April 14, 2011

Friend, colleague, athlete, FATHER! Our family has a heavy heart for your loss. Kevin will always be remembered by his friends from all walks of life.
Mike Lang

Mike Lang

April 14, 2011

My condolences go out to the entire Cestone Family. I am deeply saddened and still in shock of his passing. He always lit up the room and made everyone smile. You will be missed.

John Neri

John Neri

April 14, 2011

There are not words to express the sadness I feel over Kevins sudden and early departure from life. My deepest condolances to the entire Cestone family. May Kevin rest in the peace of God.

Tom and Natalie Krygier

April 14, 2011

There are no words to express how shocked and saddened we were to hear of Kevin's death. Kevin will always be remember by me for his zany sense of humor, big glittering grin and larger than life personality.

Love Rhea Campbell & Alex Lickerman

Rhea Campbell

April 14, 2011

Thinking of you and your family Kevin. Praying so hard for all of them!! God rest your precious, amazing, generous, vibrant, talented, heartfelt, caring, kind, and on and on.......soul!! Holding on to your Incredible smile as an everlasting memory!! Xo

Nicole Saso

April 14, 2011

Our deepest & sincere condolences to the Cestone family. We are still in shock and saddened of his passing. We have fond memories of him from high school. He always made everyone laugh. His life was cut too short:( May God give you strength during this difficult time. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Pete & Maria (Del Carpio) Thompson

April 14, 2011

Kevin may your bright energy and light shine from heaven above for all to see. Much love and many memories.

Vanessa Palmer

April 14, 2011

My heart is shattered & I have no words to express the pain I feel for Kevin & his family. His life was cut entirely too short. Kevin was one in a billion. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the Cestone family.

Nicole Shubalis

April 14, 2011

Dear Cestone Family,

I am truly saddened and shocked by Kevin’s death. Kevin was more than just a friend; he was an all around remarkable person.

His passing will not only leave a void in your lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew him. Just know that Kevin's memory will always remain deep within all of our hearts.

My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.

With deepest sympathy,

Michelle Alesia-Antonson

April 14, 2011

Kevin was a good friend. True to all. I am so sorry for your loss.

Chris Lang

April 14, 2011

April 14, 2011

My heart aches for a wonderful amazing man.. I will always cherish the memories and how he made feel so comfortable in a new city and picking on me the whole time too;). This amazing life was taken too soon. In the eyes of his children and his family his memory will live on.. I Miss and Love you KFC.. You will forever be in my heart..

Toni Ferrari

April 14, 2011

There are no words to describe the devastation I feel at the loss Kevin. He was so full of life and love. He was always able to make me feel better no matter what the situation was. I looked back and past emails we have sent each other and it makes me miss him even more. Every minute that goes by I miss him more and more. I remember in particular. one day I called crying and upset and he booked a ticket to come see me the next day. I will always love him and he will always hold a very special place in my heart.

Heather Giampetruzzi

Heather Giampetruzzi

April 14, 2011

Words cannot express the deep sadness I feel. My Prayer for the Cestone Family is that you look to God, each other, and friends to support you through this difficult time. Kevin entered our lives as a friend and soon became family. As I remember Kevin, I see his brilliant smile and hear the sound of laughter. He was truly loved and will be missed beyond measure.

AnneRae Pontarelli

April 14, 2011

Dear Uncle Mike & Aunt Eileen,
I can not describe the heartbreak that Bob,Kim,Robert and myself are feeling.
I will always remember Kevin as a tough little kid with the tremendous smile, and as a handsome, fun loving young man.

Joy Metz

April 14, 2011

Tricia & Family,
My deepest sympathies to the Cestone family. I am praying for you during this difficult time.

Megan Johnson

April 14, 2011

THERE ARE NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE THE SADNESS THAT CAME OVER ME WHEN I HEARD OF KEVIN'S PASSING. MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY.

April 14, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the Cestone Family. To know Kevin was to LOVE Kevin. His big smile lit up a room and his bigger than life personality will never be forgotten. Always in my heart dear friend!

CME Friend

April 14, 2011

My condolences go out the entire Cestone Family. I will forever cherish my times with Kevin during high school and beyond. You were one of a kind and will be truly missed.

Frank (Schiller) Vivacqua

April 14, 2011

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