Philip G. Pavone, 86, passed away unexpectedly on February 23rd.  He and his wife, for 61 years, Arlene, lived in Bartlett but were formerly of Glen Ellyn for 50+ years; he was also the loving father of  Phil (Kathleen), Brian and Janice (Scott)  Stone; cherished grandpa of Nick, Anthony (Nicole), Paige, Joseph, Lexi, Michael, Madison and Maya; beloved great grandpa of Dominic, Vincenzo, Giovanni, Enzo, Luca, Mia and August; dear brother of the late Frank and Theresa;  adored son of the late John and Anna and the proud owner of a spoiled dog, the late Bear.  Phil was a hard worker who did his best to support his family.  He was a district manager at Dominicks for many years.  He worked extremely hard in his garden, both vegetable and rose gardens.  He enjoyed being outside working with his hands and getting dirty.  He took great pride in his home (especially his outside Christmas decorations, his family, his yard and his work ethic.  Visitation Sunday, February 27th, 4:00 pm until time of service 7:30 pm at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Rd. (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett, Il.  Cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory following his service.