Fred J. Palumbo

Fred J. Palumbo

Huntley, Ill.

Fred J. Palumbo, 93, of Huntley, Ill., died peacefully, February 3, 2024 with his family by his side.

Fred was born October 25, 1930 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Fred and Florence Palumbo. On June 14, 1958 he married Mary Anne Williams. He proudly served in the United States Navy. He was a lifelong accounting and finance professional, dedicating his career to FMC where he ascended to the role of Chief Financial Officer of the Link-Belt Division. Retirement couldn’t keep him from his passion; he extended his professional journey by thirteen years at Financial Federal Credit Inc., where he continued to contribute his expertise. He was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs along with the Green Bay Packers. He and Mary Anne moved to Del Webb in 2000, where he was an active and devoted member of St. Mary Catholic Church. His love of his family was evident in all he did and spending time with his family was his greatest joy. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

Fred is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary Anne, his children, Diane Palumbo, and David (Maria) Palumbo, his grandchildren, Samuel, Meehan (Brad), Johnny, A.J., and Leah and by his great-grandchildren, Rhett, Bennett, and Ava Rose. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Rosie, Josie, Sister Mary Ann BVM, and by his daughter, Nancy.

The Wake was held on Thursday, February 8, 2024 from 5-8 pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. On Friday, February 9, 2024, there was a visitation at 9 am, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 am, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. The service was streamed live on the DeFiore Facebook page: www.facebook.com/defiorefuneral

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be contributed directed to St. Mary’s Haiti Ministry. In honor of Fred’s bright personality, bright colored clothing is encouraged.

For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com.