Stephen Rocco

Segreti

Stephen Rocco Segreti — "Stephen with a ph," as he would be sure to tell you — of Brookfield, Illinois, passed away on November 6, 2026, just three days after his 74th birthday. Born November 3, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois, to Alfonso and Dolores (née Carroll) Segreti, Steve was a man with a bigger-than-life personality, plenty of opinions, and an even bigger heart.

Steve was a graduate of Western Illinois University, where he was a brother of Theta Chi Fraternity. For decades, he worked as a substitute teacher for the South Berwyn School District. Throughout his life he shaped his work around what mattered most to him: being there for his kids. His children's fondest memories are of a dad who was always there.

That devotion reached far beyond his own family. Steve founded the Berwyn Mustangs Youth Football Program, served as Athletic Director at St. Mary of Celle, and coached young athletes on teams throughout Berwyn for many years. Together with his daughter, he started a youth program that gave scholarships to kids who needed a little extra encouragement to excel — covering tuition for summer sports camps and educational programs, athletic equipment, and schooling. To the many young people he coached and championed, Steve was more than a coach; he was someone who believed in them.

Steve's curiosity knew no bounds. He loved thrifting and antiques, and showed his finds at events and auctions across the area. He was an avid reader and a lifelong student of history, film, music, art, and sports. His encyclopedic knowledge won many a game of Jeopardy! in the family living room — and he was never shy about sharing what he knew.

Steve is survived by his wife, Linda Moore; his daughters, Kyla, Vanessa, and Katherine; his sons, Daniel (Amber) and Tyler (Amanda); his grandchildren, Lorenzo, Vivienne, Joaquin, and Terrence Jr.; his sister, Carol Segreti Willis; and nephews Zack and Tim and a niece Stefanie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfonso and Dolores Segreti.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, December 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at PJ Klems, 8000 Ogden Avenue, Lyons, IL 60534, in the banquet hall. In true Steve fashion, the celebration will showcase his love for Da Bears, so you can come celebrate him without missing the game. Please RSVP at forms.gle/pxonFzCuRufw1gWMA.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Shriners Children's Hospital or the Greater Chicago Food Depository, organizations close to Steve's heart.