Steven M. Manichia, 55, died peacefully, March 18, 2026.
Steven was born September 10, 1970 the son of Philip and Linda Manichia. He was a graduate of Lake Zurich High School. He worked as painter and home remodeler. Steve was hard working and loved helping people change and improve their homes. Steve was an artist and musician and enjoyed eating out and gatherings with his family.
He is survived by his mother, and step father, Linda and Gregory Fiermuga, his daughter, Alyssa Manichia, by his sister, Marissa (Brett) Novakowski, by his niece and nephew, Lucy and Jesse Novakowski, by his grandma Mary Rose Manichia and by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Philip Manichia and grandparents, Leonard and Lucille Martucci.
Visitation will be on Thursday, March 26, 2026- 4-7pm at DeFiore Funeral Home – 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A funeral Mass will be on Friday, March 27, 2026 1:30pm at St. Mary Church -10307 Dundee Road, Huntley.
For further information call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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I’m going to miss you so much! I love you! - your lil sis
We enjoyed the times we shared with you. We’ll miss your presence & smile & of giving your best to every project you were on. Rest in peace , we’ll keep you in our prayers..
I can not think of my childhood without thinking of Steve, every family party and all the times we hung out as kids, thanks to our moms. Rest in peace
Steven was an amazing, special man, we were grateful to know him and have the short time together that we did. Our house wouldn't be the homestead it is today without his personal generous contributions and spirit. We will will miss him and hope he is at peace 😇🙏and in God's care.
Steve was a great friend since teenage years. So many good memories. Talented and fun to be around is an understatement. Rest in peace, friend.