Randolph “Randy” Brian Zerfoss, 67, of Forest Park, died peacefully at home on Jan. 13, 2024, surrounded by the love of his children and stepson. Born on June 24, 1956, he had a giant heart with which he loved his family and friends deeply and passionately. Nothing brought him greater joy than hanging out with his kids and grandkids, even better if it was at a White Sox game. His sparkling eyes, crooked smile, wild laugh, and wickedly intelligent and unparalleled sense of humor will be remembered. He had the remarkable ability to deliver lines from goofy movies at the perfect moment. He made friends, whether at work, where his clients frequently became his friends, in the grocery store checkout line, or in the hospital when he was nearing the end of his life.
He jumped right in to help anyone who needed it. For years he was involved with Way Back Inn, a local addiction recovery program, eventually as a volunteer board member. He helped countless people in their recoveries.
He grew up and lived most of his life in Oak Park, graduating from OPRF High School and attending Southern Illinois University. A talented house painter and decorator, he ran his own business for. He always admired Oak Park’s architecture, especially its “Painted Ladies,” which he excelled at making beautiful again.
Randy leaves behind his children, Andrew Guy and Amy Mira from his marriage to Janet; his grandchildren, Lucas and Scarlett; his siblings, David (Jennifer), Gary (Linda), Scott and Amy; his stepson, Lee, from his marriage to Marijo; his grandson’s mother, Natasha; his cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces/nephews; and many devoted friends, especially his lifelong best friend Bill. He was pre-deceased by his parents Guy and Mary Barbara (nee Gale) Zerfoss and his sisters, Cindy, Carol and Gaye.
Family and friends will celebrate Randy’s life on April 20 at 4 p.m. For details, contact friends or family or email RBZsCelebrationofLife@gmail.com. Bring your favorite memories of Randy, your love for the White Sox and your best goofy movie lines.