Marco DeVito Obituary

I miss you everyday. I can´t believe this website is still up. Love you Marco,
Max

SFM always

Not a year goes by I don't think of you and your family, Marco.

still remembering

Still smiling for Marco.

I have never met you, Marco, but I met your Mom. She misses your so much. Pray for them up in heaven, in the presence of God...

Miss you Marco you left a message in my heart forever..

I'm glad this is still here. It shows how much Marco meant to a whole community of people. I'll never forget you bud. Keep smiling.

Remembering Marco and his wonderful family.

I think of you, Marco, and your family all the time. My heart still hurts for you all. Always in my prayers!!! RIP

Thinking of Marco and the rest of the DeVito family today. It has been 8 years, but I have not forgotten, nor will I ever. SFM

Marco, you may be gone from this life, but you will never be forgotten. Think of you often.

Thinking of Marco still.

Marco, it's been almost 6 years and it's still unbelievable that it happened. You're always in my thoughts, and I love you so much. Your family is always in my prayers.

I just found this today...im happy that I did. I miss you marco more than anything.

MIB

SFM, Love that!! How true!! Marco I think of you ALL the time, you are very misssed!!!!

Marco-
5 years, buddy... 5 years... Still thinking about you, still missing you... Never forgotten, always in my heart...
love you...

I just found this guestbook as i was thinking about marco. i only knew marco for a few short months before he passed, but what i grew to know and love was his smile and compassion. he was the kindest a boy could be and i loved being around him. he is forever missed and i know hes smiling down on everyone from heaven. SFM.

Hello,

I am thinking of your family during the holidays. We just went thru the 9th year without my Sara. Hang in there...

Caryn

marco, we never met but I went to your school. I thought about you today and started crying. you are missed greatly by all your friends...

Happy Birthday, Marco.. missing you

you are still missed

I cannot help but see daily reminders of him... the joy he gave so many... the pain of his absence still lingers in the air.. .and from time to time the sting seems unbearable.
Just waiting for time to heal...

Marco, I still feel you with us. Thank you for everything.

3 years... 3 long years... so much has happened...and yet not a day goes by that your name doesn't flash through my thoughts.You will NEVER be forgotten... from now until i see you again... i will always hold your smile, your laugh, your memory close to my heart.I will remember always...i promise

SFM
always

Dear Debbie/Mark,

I wanted to thank you for the book you provided me with (Marco's Gift). I am so so sorry for your loss, although it's been a couple of years that certainly does not take away the pain. I too lost my 13 yr old son (samuel coberly) to the same type of tragedy. He was riding his bike on May 17, 2007 in Park Ridge, Il. I have read your book a couple of times and you have no idea how it has given me strength when i had no more left. Marco's sounds alot like my sammy. I hope you are getting through ok and well, somehow we have to get through. Debbie thank you again for the book you gave me and sharing your story and son with me. God bless your family. I know youre a very busy lady but please feel free to email me anytime.
Sincerely,
Lupe

Marco...
...oh how i miss you...
I miss your laugh
I miss your goofy sense of humor
i miss you telling me the most bizare things...thinking that they were hysterical
I miss that mischevious look that crossed your face when you got aways with something
I miss your hugs
I miss your friendship
but most of all....
...I miss your smile...


...Untill Someday...

Marco- you were more than a friend... well, you were my cousin, but also my brother. There was no one esle ion the world as perfect as you; kind, caring, hot (according to numerous friends) and alwasy there for me. YOu will never be forgotten. I love you always and miss you terribly.

Marco,

I think about you every day. I miss you so much and i know everyone else does too. I love you and I always will! SFM

Marco,

You were such an incredible person. I miss you so much and will never stop thinking about you. SFM.

Not a day goes by that i dont think of you, Marco. YOu were the most amazing kid... and im not just saying that. YOu were always there for your friends and we all miss you so much. I know its been over a year... but it still hurts as bad as it did when i first found out... i miss you... and i love you... i'll think about you everyday of my life... SFM forever... love you

Dear Marco,

Thank you for the blessing of your life and for the many memories. Your presence is still powerful. Amazing...you are still here. :-)

marco, you have touched my heart, and i know you are watching over all of us.

9 months, and yet this is all still so unfathomable. I miss you so much. Highschool definitely is lacking your smile. As we suffered another loss, we were reminded of the pain we suffered last February. I love and miss you Marco.



SFM,

Ellie.

I can't believe it was 8 months ago today that Marco was hit. I don't ever stop thinking about him, he was one of the best people I ever knew and it hurts so much without him here. It comforts me that he is in a better place now but I still miss his smiling face. I wish I could have atleast told him I loved him once last time but I'll keep smiling for him. SFM...



XOXO Linz XOXO

I just spoke with Marco's Mom, Debbie, who hadn't realized the wonderful memory book is here. You are all such a comfort.



Please keep visiting. It's wonderful to keep hearing of Marco, who has a mysterious way of being with so many of us. God Bless you all.

To the DeVito family-your son impacted so many lives. he made me see the world in a different way. he was funny, witty, and a boy who would do anything for his friends. just know that you raised him well. he made me and everyone else smile and laugh everytime he opened his mouth. i know i'll miss the way his eyes lit up when he smiled. God bless your family. you are loved, as is he.

Marco, always know

We didn't want to give you back to God

He took your hand

We had to let go.

Marco- Heaven must be celebrating today- Happy birthday... i just wish that you could be HERE to celebrate... I miss you, buddy. I'll love you forever and always... you will always be a part of who i am

SFM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARCO I Miss you and I know i am not the only one

Thanks for being a friend I cant wait until I see you again

Happy Birthday!!

HAPPY BITHRDAY MARCO I LOVE U SOOOOOO MUCH! I CANT WAIT UNTIL I C U AGAIN

It is almost the end of the school year and we miss Marco. He will be with the whole eighth grade class in a very important way!!!

Dear Devito family- I just wanted to say thank you so much for raising such an amazing son. Though he was a little younger than me, he taught me so much in the short time we were friends.I'm so thankful for the time i was able to spend with him... I would not trade it for anything. Thanks again. Know that you are in my prayers and Marco is in my heart... always

With love-

Dearest Devitos-

Marco was an amazing, kind, out-gowing friend to me and everyone else who's life he touched. From knowing how to cheer me up when i was down in the dumps, or simply making smile when he smiled, Marco played an important role in my life, a friend. The memories i had with him will always be in my heart, as will he. My sympathy goes out to you for we all lost a big part of heart.

Sinceraly,

Anna Mazo

It is so amazing to me how many people knew and loved Marco. I know Marco is looking over us right now and right as we speak. I am Marcos age and I knew him only for a shot time but still miss him very very much.He is in heaven now and i am sure he cant wait to see all of his friends and family. When Marco had past away from us Gods heart was the first to break. Hes walking with God forever now.

God bless

It is so amazing to me how many people knew and loved Marco. I know Marco is looking over us right now and right as we speak. I am Marcos age and I knew him only for a shot time but still miss him very very much.He is in heaven now and i am sure he cant wait to see all of his friends and family. When Marco had past away from us Gods heart was the first to break. Hes walking with God forever now.

God bless

Marco is and will continue to be greatly missed. During a devotional reading today--which I do in honor of my deceased grandmother, a Catholic with special devotions--I came upon the following and was reminded of Marco, and the innocents who leave us all too soon.



The effect of such tragic loss can be profoundly moving to us,and if we are fortunate and the will is there, we are moved closer to God.



Having read the many loving notes here, it is clear that within Marco's life there was also a way of affecting many in his "little ways" that end up being vital--and vitally missed when gone. Small, good things add up. This is what I read:



"My mission - to make God loved - will begin after my death," St. Therese said. "I will spend my heaven doing good on earth. I will let fall a shower of roses." Countless lives have been touched by her intercession, and millions have imitated her "little way." She has been acclaimed the "greatest saint of modem times." Everywhere in the world, her roses continue to fall....

This was the poem that was on the back of the card I got from Marcos Wake



We little knew that morning God was going to call your name in life we loved you dearly in death we do the same it broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone for parts of us went with you the day God called you home you left us beautiful memories your love is still our guide and though we can not see you your always buy our side our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same but as God calls us one by one the chain will link again

GOD BLESS YOU MARCO I WILL MISS YOU SOOOOOO MUCH! i KNOW god is taking good care of you I cant wait for the day we reunite in heaven

GOD BLESS EVERY BODY WHO FEELS THE PAIN OF MARCOS LOSS FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Dear Devto Family,

Everyday I think of Marco, Everyday. And I knew Marco from the pool over the summer, volleyball we played maple I go to springman, and CCD at church. My heart still sours even though I knew marco for a shot period of time. DONT WORRY he is still with you in your heart and though you can not see him he is always,ALWAYS by your side. I pray for him EVERY night, and i know you do to. You can still talk to him though the power of prayer. It was a honer to serve at his funeral mass I will miss him very, very,Very Much

may god bless your entire family and all of those who are suffering the loss of Marco family and friends

GOD BLESS

Dear Debbie & Family,

We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Marco. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. May your faith in God guide you through this trying time.

Dear Debbie and Family. We were saddened by the death of your son, Marco. It is a difficult time when one has to bury a child. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Debbie and Family,

First, from my wife, children and myself, please accept our Heart felt sympathies on the loss of your son Marco.

Kevin just sent us the notice of your loss.

There is no greater loss than that of a child.

In this Lenten season, we are reminded of the pain that the Blessed Virgin Mary felt at the death of Her Son, Our Lord, when he was nailed to the Cross.

They knew of the promise of the Resurrection, but their pain was just as bad. You will see him again. I believe Marco is with our Heavenly Father and Grandpa George, and is being well taken care of.

I can tell by all of the tributes to your son that he is truly loved and greatly missed.

We will keep Marco and your family in our prayers during this most Holy time. We will ask the Lord to ease your pain and suffering.

May God bless you all.

Joe, Andrea, Frank, and Abigail Lyne

Dear DeVitos,



I'm so sorry. This has been a huge loss for everyone. Marco is always in my thouths and heart and will always stay forever until we meet again in heaven. He's in all of our thoughts. I'm so sad and sorry and I hope the rest of you are doing okay. SFM



Connor Kelly

Mark, Debbie and Christopher,



We spoke today with Denise, who told us how bravely you all are coping with the loss of Marco. We know it must be very hard on you and wanted you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Friends of ours who recently lost a daughter said they take it "one day at a time." With God's help, we hope each day is more bearable for you.



Our sincerest sympathies,



Gayle, John, Carrie and Jason Heath

Dear DeVito family,

Over the past few weeks I have been thinking of all the great times Marco and I have shared. I have known him for 8 years and how I have enjoyed them. Since the day we met he has made me smile. From playing capture the flag with Kirby and the Snow family to spending on the bus heading to Springfield. No matter where he went, he put a smile on someones face, and he continues to do so as me remember what a great impact he had on our lives.He lived life to the fullest extent, and this experience has taught me to go after my dreams. Every day I think about him, every night I pray for him, not a day goes by where he is not in my thoughts. The halls seem empty without his glowing smile. I love and miss him dearly and I long for the day that we will reunite.

Sincerely,

Ellie Schott

Dear Devito Family,

I would start off by saying how sorry I am. Marco was a great friend to me and I will never forget him. I loved everything about him. He was always smiling or laughing. I am going to miss him laugh so much! He had such a great impact on my life. He was always there for me. He was the last person that deserved this and I will never forget him. He is always in my thoughts and prayers. I love and miss him very much! My prayers are with you.



Sincerely,

Samantha Vick

To the DeVito Family,

Marco was the sweetest guy i ever met. He was funny and nice too. I went to camp with him and was in his waterskiing class for the 2 years he was there. Thats how we met.He was so nice and kind to everyone even if he didn't like the person. When we got back from camp we still stayed in touch and talked a lot. even though he did not go back to camp (2004) i still saw him outside of camp with kirby. And it was just nice to have him as a friend. I would always call him just to talk about anything even if i had nothing really to say and i was just bored. he never really seemed to mind and he was never rude. Like when he had to get off the phone to go to dinner he would be like ill call u back even though he never did becuase he would always forget. but it didnt matter. He was just a good person. He had a good heart.And i miss him so much.Along with some of my friends i introduced to marco.. they've only seen him once (at kirby's birthday party)and they still loved him. They thought he was so nice and funny and "cool" and they started talking to him. I really wish i said something meaningful to him the last time i talked to him which was sunday.He's in my heart forever and always. and if there's anything i can do just call or email me .. whatever ill be happy to do anything. And if you're ever up for it i can share with you all the good times i had with Marco.I will cherish those memories for the rest of my life because they were so special to me. I just don't know what else to say other than Im sorry and im praying for him every night.

Love,

Rachel

Dr Mr. and Mrs. De Vito, I can't even imagine what I could possibly say to make your family feel better. I know nothing will help because no words have been there to help me. It's been two weeks and one day, but I still cry every day. He is in my every other thought. I miss him so much, and I feel so selfish when I think of how much more you and Christopher must miss him. I won't ever forget your son. I'll never forget all the times I've spent with him. I'll never forget the impact he's made. God bless.

Dear DeVito family,



My heart is truly broken for you over the loss of Marco. I can't even imagine the terrible grief you are feeling. As Debbie said at the funeral "I don't know what I would do if something happened to my child" I too feel the same way. I have a 9 month old who is the love of my life. I would die if anything ever happened to him. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time. Please be at peace knowing that so many people are praying and thinking of you, your family and your beloved Marco.

Dear DeVito Family,

I am so sorry about Marco. He was an AMAZING guy and one of my BEST friends. He always knew how to make me smile and laugh and he could always find a way to make me feel better. Marco was always nice to everyone no matter what and he was friends with just about everyone too. I will never ever forget him and he will be in my heart forever.

Love,

Stephanie

Dear Mr. and Mrs. DeVito and Chris,

Marco was an amazing person and I miss him so much. I am so very sorry for your loss. Marco and I really just met this past year, yet we became good friends. I remember going to Maple many times and seeing him there. He always gave me a hug and we would hang out afterwards. Marco will always be in my heart and in my prayers. I love him so much, and again I am very sorry for your loss.

Sarah Hertz

Dear Mr.DeVito,Mrs.DeVito, and Chris,

Marco was such a great kid. When we talked online he always found something to say that could brighten my day.I will always remember his great smile and the way he always made me laugh. I remember going to some of his volleyball games and he was such an amazing athlete. When Marco came over he made everyone smile, including my brother! He was such a great person and everyone suffered from his loss. Marco ment so much to everyone including me and I will miss him sooo much. I'm so sorry. We will all miss him. SFM we all loved him...

Dear Debbie, Mark and the Rest of the DeVito's,

I am so sorry about Marco. He was a great kid, and you guys are a great family, especially to me. You have been there for me forever. I love you and your family so much, and I loved Marco.

Jessica

Dear Mr. and Mrs. DeVito,

I am very sorry for your loss. Marco was a great kid. We had so many fun times. I met him at Stephanie's birthday party last year, and imedietly i thought his great big smile was the cutest thing! Everyone at the party liked him and they were all fighting over him. No one didnt like him. He was nice to everyone. I am vey sorry. He was loved by many. May he RIP. SFM

Dear Devito Family,

I cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of your son and brother. I did not know him, but my father grew up with Mr. Mark Devito. From what I heard, he was a great kid. When I heard about your loss from my dad, I was shocked and lost for words. I know how it feels to lose a loved one, having lost my brother a little over two months ago. It is the worst pain, but everyone around you wants to help support your family. My heart goes out to your family, and you will be in my prayers. Hopefully my brother Bobby and Marco meet in heaven.

Sincerely,

Katey Leibrandt and Family

Dear DeVito family,

I am very sorry to hear about what happened to your dear son.I knew him. He was very kind!!May he rest in peace.

Alison Alcazar

Dear Mark, Debbie, and Christopher,



I'm at a lost for words...but I wish to express the deep heart-felt sympathy for the whole family. Our prayers are with you...I hope that God will give you the strength to endure this horrible tragedy! If there is anything we can do to help please call. Love always, The Johnson Family



Mel, Dianna, Mel, Miles, and Mara

Debbie and Mark:



Our hearts are broken for the loss of Marco. We keep wishing that we could just rewind one week and start over. Marco has always been a good friend to Ben as well as a good example for him. He was accepting, inviting and always happy and friendly. You are always in our minds, prayers and hearts.

Dear DeVito family,

I'm truly sorry for your loss. Marco was an amazing kid and a great friend. He was always smiling and fun to be around. He was my first friend when I moved here, and I will never forget him. He was one of a kind and will always be in my heart. SFM

Mr.& Mrs. DeVito

I'm sorry for the lose of your son. My granddaugther, Felicia Chrisos, attends Maple school. She's in 7th grade and knew Marco from Willowbrook and Maple. Your family will be in our prayers and thoughts.

I am very sorry for your loss. I met Marco at Greenwoods Camp where I had the pleasure to be his counselor. He touched the life of everyone in the cabin. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear DeVito family:

I am so very sorry for your loss of Marco. Marco was a great guy who could brighten up any glumy day with his smile. I will always remember the days over last summer at the pool we had a great time. Marco was althletic and he always made us lose every time we would play Maple. I only wish that we could have become even better friends. My thoughts and prayers are always with you and Marco. I will miss you Marco.

Dear DeVito family, I just wanted to write and send my deepest heartfelt condolences. I am a counselor at Greenwoods camp and I can say from all of us that knew Marco through camp he will be truely missed. Your family is in my thougts and prayers.

Mr. and Mrs. Devito,

I cannot begin to express how sorry I am about the loss of your son. I was Marco's camp counselor in the summer of 2002, his first summer at Greenwoods Camp. He always had a smile on his face, was a true leader, and always a pleasure to talk to. I really enjoyed the time I was able to spend with Marco.

Dear Mr. and Mrs Devito, I just wanted to write and send my deepest heartfelt condolences. I am a counselor at Greenwoods camp and I can say from all of us that knew Marco through camp he will be truely missed. Your family is in my thougts and prayers.

Dear Devitos-

While none of us can understand why Marco is gone there is one thing that we can all be sure of. Marco fulfilled a very important purpose here.. he taught us to smile. Whenever he was over he always left me laughing... I couldn't help it. He had the most contagious laugh and the most magnetic and adorable smile. He was another brother to me. I'll miss him dearly... forever. Know that you are in my thoughts, heart and prayers...

Love always,

Rachel

Dear DeVito family,

We are so sorry for your loss. our prayers are with you. He was a good friend. I will miss him

Dear the De Vito Family,

I am very sorry for your loss. There are no words to describe how sorry I am. I wanted you to know that Marco was a great kid and friend to everyone. He always had a smile on his face and tried to make everyone smile with him. I will miss him dearly. My sympathy goes out to your family. May he Rest In Peace.

Dear Mark and Debbie:



I just learned through an email about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



Kostas flew to Chicago yesterday so I have emailed him the sad news.

Dear Debbie and Mark,

We are terribly sorry this happened. There are no words to discribe our feeling. We will always remember Marco in our hearts.

Dear Debbie, Mark, and Christopher,

Words cannot express the pain and sorrow we feel in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

To the DeVito Family,

Although I only knew Marco for a few months, I too was touched by his kind heart and sense of humour. He made a difference in so many peoples lives and will live in our hearts forever. You are in my thoughts and my prayers.



Love always, Tina

Although Marco is not with us in person he is with us in spirit. He still lives in all those that he has blessed, and in the memories that each one of us has with him. God must have needed him more than we did, and now he is protecting all of us. Love is not a big enough word to express how we all feel about Marco. My prayers are with you.

DeVito Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of Marco. He was such a good friend to everyone he knew. At school, in the hallways, you could always see his great big smile, like no other. Marco will be missed by everyone! I will always remeber him. I love you marco! i am going to miss you very much!!! i am so sorry for the loss of your son/brother!

I am very sorry for your loss. It seems as if Marco touched everyone in Illinois. His 13 years on Earth brought us all happiness, joy, and comfort. He will always be in my thoughts, prayers, and smile. May God bless your entire family. We love you. SFM



(Maple Student)

I am very sorry for your loss. It seems as if Marco touched everyone in Illinois. His 13 years on Earth brought us all happiness, joy, and comfort. He will always be in my thoughts, prayers, and smile. May God bless your entire family. We love you. SFM



(Maple Student)

Dear Mark,

I was so sorry to hear about your son Marco. My prayers are with you and your family.

Connie

Dear Debbie, Mark, Christopher, and the rest of the DeVito family,

There are no words to describe how sorry and heartbroken I am for your loss. Marco will always be remembered by those who knew him, for how can anyone forget such a wonderful boy. I will always have my memories of his smiling face from those times that I baby-sat for him. You have my deepest sympathy and you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Marco brings a smile to my face. We have a favorite picture of him and Connor from Greenwoods. It will always grace our shelf. There are a select, few people that we meet in our lives, that exude an energy that spreads joy, laughter and sincerity, without effort, to all that know them. To those few, it is natural - it is a gift. Marco is one of those few, and I am better to know him. Thanks and God Bless.



Scott Kelly

Dear Debbie, Mark, and Christopher,



What a wonderful, happy-go-lucky young man Marco was. He had a perpetual twinkle in his eye and a joyful spirit that touched everyone he knew. It was my pleasure to have tutored him, as I always looked forward to working with him on his writing. And what an extraordinary imaginative writer he was! I know Marco will be sorely missed by everyone. May God keep him safe and may his spirit live on forever in our hearts.



Marcie Chesin

Dear DeVito family,



I didn't know Marco that well, but he was in my spanish and gym class. I also got to see him at lunch. He brightened people's lives just being who he was. He made people smile and laugh. He was the best human I have ever met. I am so sorry that you have lost your son, I couldn't imagine the type of pain you are going through, he was a great kid and I bet an awsome son. One thing that I strongly believe in rencarnation and that he will come back into your life. All of my friends and family miss him dearly, we have lost a great human being and friend. You have my sympathy and support.



Sincerely,

Alex Robbins

Dear Debbie, Mark and Christopher,

We extend our deepest sympathy to your family. Our prayers are with you.

Dear Devito family,

I'm so sorry to hear what happened to marco. I remember going to karate with him weekly and we would play some division of "Cops and Robbers" I will really miss him.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

We were heartbroken to hear about your loss. Everyone who knew Marco has great stories and happy memories of him. He will live on in your hearts forever. You have our deepest sympathy.

Dear Debbie, Mark, and Christopher,

The sun was always shining when Marco was at our home, or was it just that he made it feel that way? We all loved it when Marco was over, with his smile, sweetness, and spirit of fun. We watched him grow from a little boy, to a very special young man. I wish everyone could know a Marco in their lives. He's what every parent hopes for in a son, and you were so blessed he was yours. We too were blessed with his friendship, and we will forever think of him and hold him in our hearts.

Pam, Cary, Daniel, Jenny, Ken, and

Ari Schack