Berardino "Benny" DiCesare, age 83, of Lake Barrington, former longtime resident of Northfield. Beloved husband of 48 years to the late Luisa DiCesare nee Macinati; loving father of Anna (Christopher) Taylor and Donna (Gary) Szydlo; loving grandfather of Cameron and C.J. Taylor, and Tyler, Eric and Drew Szydlo; brother of the late Ida DiCesare. Benny was an avid gardener, who loved sharing what he grew. He also loved riding his bike and walked countless miles, always taking pleasure in his surroundings. Visitation: Friday, July 13, 2018 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 11:00 a.m. at Saint Philip the Apostle Church, 1962 Old Willow Road, Northfield, IL 60093. In lieu of gifts or flowers, please consider a donation to JourneyCare, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025 or JourneyCare.org. Info: www.donnellanfuneral.com or (847) 675-1990.