Peter J. DeFrancisco, 82, at rest March 16, 2025. Retired Lieutenant with the Chicago Police Department. Devoted husband of Anna for over 62 loving years. Loving father of Denise McCarthy and Gina (Vince) Maestranzi. Beloved grandfather of Sean, Ryan (Tara), and Michael McCarthy, and Angelina and Peter Maestranzi. Dear brother of Jim (Gary) DeFrancisco, the late Joseph (Diane) DeFrancisco, and the late Joan (the late Bob) Buckingham. Fond uncle, great uncle, and great-great uncle of many. Peter was a man of his word who was sought out for his skills in all types of trades. He was a proud police officer and was the epitome of ‘To Serve and Protect.’ He will be missed by many. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 19
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, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W Lawrence, Norridge. Funeral services will begin on Thursday, at 9:00 a.m. at the funeral home, then proceed to St. Eugene Catholic Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at All Saints Cemetery. Info: 708-456-8300