Dante Joseph Pozzi, 79, of Batesville, AR, died on Monday, June 10, 2024. He was born on January 24, 1945, in Aurora, Illinois, where he spent most of his life before moving to Arkansas about 10 years ago. He was of the Catholic faith, attending mass at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Batesville, AR, and he served his country honorably in the United States Navy. Dante loved to fish and watch sports. He was an avid Chicago sports fan. He watched football, basketball, baseball, and hockey. Dante is preceded in death by his father, Joseph Possi Jr. He is survived by his mother, Shirley Irene Pozzi; his three sons, Shawn Pozzi, Dante Pozzi, and Adrian Pozzi; his brother, Gerry Pozzi; his two sisters, Theresa Pozzi and Cynthia Pozzi; several grandchildren; and many extended family members. Arrangements are entrusted to Willis Funeral Service of Batesville, AR.