David Allen

Farneti

David Allen Farneti, age 67, of New Lenox, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, surrounded by the warmth and love of his devoted family.

Born in Blue Island, Illinois, to Nello and the late Shirley (Struven) Farneti, David lived a life defined by service, dedication, and an infectious love for the people and passions around him. He was the cherished husband of Rosa (Cammardella) Farneti and the proud, loving father of Jennifer Farneti. David was the beloved son of Nello (Mary Lou) Farneti and the late Shirley Farneti, and a dear brother to Molly (Harold) Hewitt and Joseph (Angela Puglia) Farneti. He was also a treasured uncle, cousin, and loyal friend to many whose lives were brighter simply for knowing him.

David answered the call to serve his country with pride as a U.S. Army Veteran, serving during Operation Desert Storm. Following his military service, he continued his dedication to his community with a long career at the U.S. Postal Service before entering a well-earned retirement.

In his free time, David truly knew how to savor life's simple joys. He found peace out on the water with a fishing rod in hand, shared plenty of laughs and friendly competition as an avid golfer and league member, and enjoyed unwinding with a great film-a passion proudly displayed in his endless movie collection. Above all, David had a gift for seeing the beauty in everyday moments. Rarely seen without his camera, he had a deep passion for photography and delighted in capturing candid, joyful memories of family gatherings and cherished friends. His love for music and photography came together at local concerts, where he especially loved photographing local cover bands, most notably his favorite band, Epic. Through his lens, David left behind a lasting legacy of love, laughter, and frozen moments in time that his family and friends will treasure forever.

David will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.

The family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 102 E. Francis Rd, New Lenox, IL, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Interment with full military honors will follow at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL.