Dante Lee Fields

June 24, 2025

Dante Lee Fields, 26, of Woodridge, passed away suddenly on June 19, 2025. A beloved son of Ann and Robert L. Fields Jr, Dante was a devoted big brother to Deanna (Deannabell) and a cherished grandson to Felicia Anthony, Joy Panganiban, and the late Jeri Smith (Big Jeri), Rogelio (Gpa) Panganiban and Robert L. Fields Sr.

He was deeply loved by his great-aunts and uncles, including Teresa (Stormy), Phil, Julie, and many others who preceded him in passing. Dante was a treasured nephew to Lori and Frank Prado, Kenneth Harden, Kennan Anderson, Sammie McCaskill Jr. (Godfather), Brian Hicks, Tavares Griffin and the late Jeraline L. Lewis, ESQ.

His memory lives on in the hearts of his many cousins and countless others who adored him. Dante’s warmth, love, and spirit will be forever remembered by his extended family and friends.

Memorial Services Saturday July 12, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM at Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home & Cremation Services 4920 Main St., Downers Grove

Repast/Going Home
Immediately following Memorial Visitation at the funeral home
Downers Grove Park District Rec Center, 4500 Belmont Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60515 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dante Lee Fields’ name to the charities, foundations, and organizations that held special meaning to him.

Autism Society: https://autismsociety.org/

Autism Speaks: https://www.autismspeaks.org/finding-your-community

African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA) Chicago Chapter: https://aawellness.org/chicago/

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, INC. (PBS Impact Foundation): https://phibetasigma1914.org/pbsimpactfoundation/ 

 

MEMORIAL VISITATION: July 12, 2025
Day: Saturday
Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home & Cremation Services  4920 Main St., Downers Grove   630-852-8000 

MEMORIAL LUNCHEON: July 12, 2025
Day: Saturday
Time: 2:30-5:30 PM
Location: Downers Grove Park District 4500 Belmont Rd., Downers Grove