Michael Edward Babbe

July 8, 1957 - March 17, 2021

Mike Babbe, 63, of Bonita Springs, FL, courageously battled cancer for several years until he passed peacefully from this life into the loving arms of our Lord, surrounded by his loving wife and children, on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at Joanne’s House at Hope Hospice. He was born July 8, 1957 in Evergreen Park, IL, the son of the late Edward F. and Evelyn (Karpo) Babbe. Mike’s love of life rang true in everything he did. You could always find him outdoors, whether working in the yard, running on the beach, golfing, boating, or hiking with his family. He enjoyed taking on home improvement projects around the house, loved to travel and attend concerts with his family and friends, and as an avid Chicago sports fan, he had unwavering support for the Bears and White Sox. Above all else, however, it was Mike’s unyielding love for – and time spent with – his family that remained the most important part of his life. He was first and foremost a family man who did not let his battle with cancer deter from his or his loved ones’ day-to-day lives. A strong, yet humble man, he kept his battle private in order to prevent the diagnosis from impacting those in his life. It was Mike’s endless source of energy and keen zest for life that always inspired those around him – family, friends, or colleagues. He saw people for who they truly were, and because of that, touched so many lives throughout his lifetime. Mike will be remembered by his survivors, including his beloved wife, Ann Maria (Benigni) Babbe; loving children, Zachary Babbe of Chicago, IL and Nicolette Babbe of Scottsdale, AZ; sister, Gale Huguelet of Midlothian IL; aunt, Mae (Marie) Eggert of New Port Richey, FL; and cousin, Scott Eggert of St. Petersburg, FL. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in passing by his brother, James (Jay) Babbe. Funeral services will be private. The family wishes to thank Dr. Nicklas Pfanzelter, MD of NorthShore Medical Group, and the doctors, nurses, and staff of Joanne’s House at Hope Hospice for the outstanding care they provided to Mike. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mike’s name may be made to Joanne’s House at Hope Hospice, 27200 Imperial Parkway, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 or at https://donate.hopehcs.org/ Arrangements are being handled by Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home.