"D.J. was a wonderful and brilliant man who had a large impact on my life. His legal mind was sharp, and he was excellent at being able to perceive people?s motivations. He was a great mentor, and his advice on professional and personal matters was incredibly helpful. But what I treasure and remember most is the laughter we shared. He made me smile every day we worked together and made the world a slightly better place. I will miss him, but I?m grateful to have shared his path for a while."
In loving memory of
Dion Joseph Sartorio
September 5, 1956 - July 24, 2020
Dion Joseph Sartorio, 63, peacefully passed away on the morning of July 24th, 2020 at his home in Buda, Tx. with his wife by his side. He was a dedicated husband to Lisa Sartorio as well as a father and mentor to his four children, Angelina, Kenny, Katy, Kirby and their spouses Vincent, Matthew, Valerie and Kristin. Born in Ottawa, Illinois, on September 5th, 1956, DJ was the son of John and Phyllis Sartorio. He attended and graduated from the University of Illinois and obtained his law degree. He devoted himself as an employee and partner at Tressler LLP Law firm and retired in 2014 after 20 years of service. He was a proud member of the community in Buda, Tx. and served on the Board of Buda Chamber of Commerce. He also enjoyed volunteering his time to Hays County Drive a Senior. His shared love for helping others led him to his secondary career working as a Special Education TA for Tom Green Elementary. He was known there for his patience, kindness and compassion for the students and teachers alike. He also served as a congregation member and Junior Warden at St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church, where he not only continued to strengthen his relationship in Christ but built within the church, a family that whole heartedly loved him to his last day. He will be remembered for his quiet strength, his sound advice, love of music and the impact he had on anyone who was blessed enough to know him. He leaves a great legacy to us all, well done, good and faithful servant. He is survived by his loving wife, Lisa Sartorio of 17 years, his sister, Diane and her husband Sam Small, his brother and sister in-law, Kurt and Laurie Senske and his mother in-law, Barbara Lawler. He is also survived by his children, Angelina and Vincent Lewis, Matthew and Katy Acosta, Kenny and Valerie Wottrich, and Kirby and Kristin Wottrich, and by his grandchildren, Rhyder, Holden, Creighton, Hunter, Theresa, Mila, Billy, Heidi Ann, and Trey, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Phyllis Sartorio, his father in-law Billy Lawler and his first wife Jennifer Webster- Sartorio. A private gathering will be held at his residence with his family followed by a service to celebrate his life at St. Elizabeth with all who loved him post COVID mandated closures. Memorial donations can be made to Tom Green Elementary or St. Elizabeth Episcobal church in his honor.
2 Timothy 4:7 "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."
Tributes
"D.J., Philip and I got to know you during our newcomer?s class, and you were certainly an unforgettable person. I enjoyed getting to serve with you on the Bishop?s Committee, and you and Lisa became family to us along with the rest of our sweet church. Your wisdom, kindness, and friendship will truly be missed, but I know you are watching over us all from up above. Love always, the Williams family. "
"There are no words...Truly a gift from God to bless our lives. I will miss our hugs and ?peace.? Who will I watch during service to know what to do when? ? Until we meet again in Heaven my friend. "
"Thinking of you every day. Peace and love to you and your family. ??"
"Bye. Good heart man. You will be missed by more than you could count. May God be bless with you on his side."
"Mr. S. always had a smile and a kind hello whenever I would see him on campus at Tom Green Elementary School. Thanks, and may he rest in peace."
"DJ and his sweet wife Lisa where our neighbors for several years, but they where much more than that they where dear friends. I joined a Bible Study at their home that they so kindly opened to anyone and everyone. DJ introduced me to the most amazing deep dish pizza that was ordered and shipped all the way from Chicago. DJ would always have a Topo Chico waiting for me, that was the kind of person he was he noticed the small things and made sure you felt welcome. DJ was a man of God you could see it in his actions, he loved so well everyone. DJ will be missed here on earth but I know in my heart he is with our Lord Jesus and he is fully healed! Our loss is Heavens again! DJ you will never be forgotten till we see you again."
"DJ, you were such a gem. You exuded joy everywhere you went. We are so blessed to have been able to know and spend time with you. We pray so hard for Lisa and all who are hurting during this time. All of our lives are better because we knew you. xoxo Love, Megan and Jason Eckstrom"
"DJ leaves his earthly family to join his heavenly family, leaving behind our broken hearts. We know that we?re all passing through this life on earth, and that heaven is our home. We pray for comfort and peace for Lisa and all the family. Love, Matt and Kathy Wagner"
"Though I was never able to meet you in person, I grew to love and admire you through our connection with Lisa and her family. You were a warrior, DJ, and definitely one of my heroes. You fought a great fight and are now in Glory. Rest well."
"Praying for you and your family Lisa. In addition to DJ being a close friend for the past 36 years, maybe even more important he was and is an amazing mentor. I am a better person today as a result of my friendship with and wise counsel from DJ. Praying that you experience the peace that transcends all understanding as DJ\'s impact continues to live through all of us who were blessed to have known him. "
"I love you my dear brother D.D. Thank you for the love, guidance and awesome humor you gave to us all. Thank you for all the wonderful memories we share as a family. Thank you for loving my sister with your whole heart! I will miss you everyday until we meet again in Heaven. ? Well done my good and faithful servant.?"
"RIP my friend. A great friend and band mate. And I beat him in a ping-pong tournament in 6th grade!! had a lot of great times - Dion was THE best"