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Kimberly Santore Obituary

Santore, Kimberly A. CASTLETON Kimberly A. Purcell Santore, age 43, of Castleton, N.Y., passed away on Monday, January 24, 2011. She was born in Albany and lived many years in Rensselaer before moving to Castleton 11 years ago. Kim was employed as an adminis-trative assistant for CHP for 11 years and afterwards was employed for Schodack Central School District and most recently, a stay-at-home mother. She enjoyed exercise, especially walking, and interior design and choosing interior colors, but the biggest joy in her life was her husband, daughter and son. Wife of David W. Santore of Castleton; mother of Emily and Jack Santore, both of Castleton; daughter-in-law of Margaret Santore and the late William J. Santore; sister-in-law of Joanne Santore; daughter of the late John J. Purcell Jr. and Dolores Welch Purcell; sister of Patrick (Kathy) Purcell of Albany, Nancy (Steve) Agans of Rensselaer, Julie (John) Sanford of Rensselaer, Gena Purcell of Rensselaer, Jackie (Jerry) Alevisatos of Ormond Beach, Fla., Geraldine Purcell (Michael Mancini) of East Greenbush and Amy (Carlton) Nelson of Connecticut; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral from the W.J. Lyons Jr. Funeral Home, 1700 Washington Ave., Rensselaer, Friday morning at 9:30 and 10:30 at Sacred Heart Church, Castleton, where the Liturgy of Christian Death and Burial will be offered. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Thursday from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Maple Hill Booster Club, 1216 Maple Hill Rd., c/o Lisa Samarija, Castleton, NY 12033. Condolence page at www.wjlyonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jan. 26 to Jan. 27, 2011.

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Ruth Van Alstyne

January 20, 2021

I hold Emily and Jack in my heart. I wish for comfort and courage to all who share their pain.

Andy Entwistle

February 12, 2011

Dave,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of hardship.

Andy Entwistle

Nathan Brown

February 6, 2011

David & Family, I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Kim. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Purcell and Santore families and every one of us who was lucky enough to have known Kim. For so many of us in the class of '85, she made alot of our high school experience bearable with her laugh, her smile, her kindness. She will be truly missed. God Bless.

Laurie Leahey

February 2, 2011

Santore/Purcell,
sorry to hear the passing of Kim,Very surprise, I always remember her with a smile on her face,please try to find comfort knowing that she at peace. My prayers and thought are with you all in this diffcult time, God bless!

cross and bible

dawn gillan

February 1, 2011

Karen Newton

January 31, 2011

All the Santore and Purcell Families,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all, please take comfort in our faith and may God Bless you all and keep you.
My deepest sympathy,

Karen Newton

The DeVoe Family

January 28, 2011

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Carole Reinhart-Rohloff

January 28, 2011

Amy,Geri, Purcell and Santore families. I was glad that I was able to offer my condolences in person. I can tell you that I will always remember Kim's smile every time I saw her, and how infectious her laugh was when we rode the bus. May she rest in peace. If you need anything please don't hesitate to contact me.

Helen M. Perrin

January 28, 2011

To the Purcell and Santore families, you are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart is with you all. God Bless you.

Helen (Hilstro) Perrin

TAMMY VIGLIANTE

January 28, 2011

AMY, ENTIRE PURCELL AND SANTORE FAMILY: I AM VERY SAD TO JUST FIND OUT ABOUT KIM, MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU. YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL GUARDIAN ANGEL NOW WHO REALLY WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU SHE LIVES ON IN ALL OF YOU. MAY GOD GRANT YOU ALL PEACE IN SUCH A DIFFICULT TIME. GOB BLESS!!

Sean Sheridan

January 28, 2011

Dear Dave and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Kim's Passing.
Please accept my deepest sympathies and thoughts of peace and courage during this difficult time.

BOB GRANT

January 28, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Raymond Branion

January 27, 2011

My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.

January 27, 2011

Jack and Emily - I know how much she loved you. She really, really - in her estimation - wanted to do the best thing she could for you. Please know that in her way she is providing for you.

Kathleen Reynolds(Forgea)

January 27, 2011

To the entire Purcell and Santore familes,What moves through you is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why she left this earth so soon, or why she left before you were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, you will begin to remember not just that she died, but that she lived. And that her life gave you memories too beautiful to forget.

Millard Keneston

January 27, 2011

Gerry and Family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Millard and Angie

January 27, 2011

Dave-

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

-Erin Reep and Charlie Trombley

Deborah Whitford-Dwyer

January 27, 2011

Dear Gena and the Purcell and Santore Family,
I was saddened to learn of the passing of Kim. My heart is with you at this most difficult time. I wish I could have been there to give you a big hug tonight. I just found out. Please know my thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you. Kim is now an angel watching over all of you.
Hugs,
Deb

Mimi Van Dyk-Gwynn

January 27, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 27, 2011

Santore Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Rafferty Family

Wally, Karen & Brooke Foster

January 27, 2011

Dear Dave, Emily & Jack - We're so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lorrie (Hicks) Pizzola

January 27, 2011

Dave, Emily & Jack -- We're so sorry for your loss. Always remember your Mom now has a perfect view from the bleachers cheering you on...

Julie & John -- Your family is so fortunate to have your strength and courage. Even between heaven and earth, the bond of sisters endures.

We're thinking of you and praying for your family.

Lorrie, Victor, Sierra and Anthony Pizzola

Donna & John Heck

January 27, 2011

Dave and Family,
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

January 27, 2011

Dave & family,
There are no words to express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
~Tom & Shelley Viola

Coleen Gould

January 27, 2011

Dear Purcell and Santore Families,
I was very sorry to hear about Kim and will be thinking of all of you during this sad time.

Larry Oliveri

January 27, 2011

Dave & family,
May God be with you in these difficult times. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

January 27, 2011

David .... You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Lisa Pulver

January 27, 2011

Dear Dave, Emily, and Jack,
We are sorry for your loss of such a kind hearted Mom and Wife. Kim was always a pleasure to see and speak with. Please know that you are in our thougts and prayers.
Sincerly, Kim and Greg Carpenter

Theresa Maguire Jones

January 27, 2011

Dear Santore & Purcell families, I'm sorry to hear of your wife, mother, sister's passing. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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dawn (defoe) gillan

January 27, 2011

Maureen & Michael DeGiule

January 27, 2011

David and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your entire family during with very difficult and sorrowful time.

Renae Burnham

January 27, 2011

I hadn't seen Kim in years, but have many happy childhood memories of her when we lived on Third Street. May you find comfort with family and friends in the days ahead.

Claudia Biondi

January 27, 2011

To the Purcell and Santore families-
I am so sorry for your loss. I had not seen Kim in many years but I remember her as far back as the day we made our first communion at St. Joseph's church. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Laura Turmel-West

January 27, 2011

To the Purcell and Santore Family:

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

I went to school (St. Joseph's and RJSHS) with Kim and she was a very special friend to all who knew her.

Butch Primero

January 27, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

kim

January 27, 2011

to the santore family

so sorry for your loss

dawn (defoe) gillan

January 27, 2011

Exodus 10:17Now therefore forgive, I pray thee, my sin only this once, and intreat the LORD your God, that he may take away from me this death only.

dawn (defoe) gillan

January 27, 2011

January 27, 2011

David, Emily, Jack and family,
We were deeply saddened to learn of Kim's passing. At a time like this, words cannot adequately express our sincere and deepest sympathy to you. Please know that you will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Jackie & Michael,Kirsten and Skyler Dunn

Jim and Samara Dorward

January 27, 2011

Dave, Emily and Jack, We are so sorry about the loss of your wife and mother, Kim. Please know that you are in our thoughts. May all the love and friendship you have help carry you through this difficult time.

Ann-Marie (Noonan) Yeates

January 27, 2011

I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Kim, who grew up next door to my Nana and Pa. Her entire family, especially her husband and children, are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Jeannine Brown

January 27, 2011

David, the Santore's and all the Purcell's May God grant you all peace and comfort at this very difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Jeannine (Forgea) Brown

Stacey Richards

January 27, 2011

Dave, Emily and Jack, I'm so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. I hope you have many wonderful memories of her to cherish as we do here at Saxton. She will be missed by all.

Russ Gould

January 27, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Dick and Mary Silvano

January 26, 2011

Dave, Emily and Jack,

Our hearts and prayers go out to you in your time of loss.

Beth Devane

January 26, 2011

Jules - you are a truly kind and good soul. I would have done anything to have a sister like you. Know that you were, and are, a comfort and inspiration to your family - really. I am praying for all of you. Beth.

The Palmer Family

January 26, 2011

Dave, Emily and Jack,

Our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bestow heavenly peace upon Kim and hold your hands and provide you all with strength now and forever. We are so sorry.

Chris and Kim Little

January 26, 2011

Dave and family,
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your family. Let the help of family and friends get you through this time. Peace be with you.

Geri Colliton

January 26, 2011

Dave,Emily and Jack,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know so many thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. The Colliton family

Kim Lourinia

January 26, 2011

To The Purcell Family -
I am so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. She was a wonderful person and I feel so fortunate for having known her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Tracey Edmonds

January 26, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May she rest in peace.

Vito and Barbara Lourinia

January 26, 2011

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you in your time of loss...I can still see her awesome smile...

January 26, 2011

Dave, Emily & Jack, our love, thoughts and prayers go out to you. We are so sad for and with all of you! Stocky & Patta

Bill & Missy Hilstro

January 26, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

January 26, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Kathy Galka

January 26, 2011

Julie & John, I am so sorry to hear about Kim. Please know that you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Deborah Turmel-Lane

January 26, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. Kim and I knew each other from grade/high school. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.

January 26, 2011

Dave and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this diffcult time.
Mike and Liz Lansing

Jeff Lourinia

January 26, 2011

To the Purcell Family,

I am so saddend to hear the news about Kim's passing. My heart and prayers go out to all of you. I will forever remember Kim's radiant smile. May God bless you all!

Hilary McGrath

January 26, 2011

Julie and family,

I am so very sorry about Kim - I know that you all loved her very much. I also imagine that you and your family are doing what I know you do best - surrounding each other with love and comfort, and maybe even laughing about certain memories of Kim. My heart breaks for you, but I believe that Kim is in the light of God now, and I know that you and your family are strong and will get each other through this. Jul - you know I'd do anything for you. Just say the word.

Nicole Stevens

January 26, 2011

Dave, Emily and Jack. We are so sorry for your loss. our prayers are with you all.
Travis & Nicole

Kim Biancaniello - Beckwith

January 26, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about Kim. We knew each other from Rensselaer when we were kids. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Helen

January 26, 2011

David, Emily & Jack, I'm so sorry to hear about Kim, my thoughts are with you all. I will cherish the memories I have of the tears and laughter Kim and I shared with each other.

Be strong for each other.
Helen (Isle of Man, British Isles)

Kim Wilkinson

January 26, 2011

To the Santore and Purcell Families,

I remember Kim when we were in school at St Joseph's and at Rensselaer High school. She was a great person always smiling and giggling. My heart goes out to all of you and I will keep you in my prayers.

Tina Taylor

January 26, 2011

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Sherry Webber

January 26, 2011

Dave & Family
I was sadden to learn of Kim's passing,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.

cassand leigh

January 26, 2011

`To the family, so sorry for your loss
you are in my prayers

Jaime Richardson

January 26, 2011

Dave, Jack and Emily,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts.

Julie and John,
Sorry for your loss, we love you guys!

From,
Jaime (Johnson)Richardson, Brandon and Tyler Richardson

Ruth Van Alstyne

January 26, 2011

Dear Dave, Emily, and Jack,
If heartfelt prayers and thoughts have the power to heal, then know how many of us are keeping you all close in our hearts and minds. You will get through this with the love, strength, and support from your family and friends. Let the legacy of your mom be one of love.
Sincerely,
Ruth Van Alstyne and Family

Tammy, Bree, and Dylan Rossiter

January 26, 2011

Dear Dave, Emily, and Jack,

Our hearts are heavy for you. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers ~

Josie & Mrs. DiTullio

January 26, 2011

~ + ~ PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES ~ + ~
~ + ~ Many Warm & Comforting Thoughts, Prayers & Special Blessings To The Entire Purcell & Santore Families ~ + ~
~ + ~ OUR DEEPEST & HEARTFELT SYMPATHIES ~ + ~

January 26, 2011

David and Family:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Tammy (Hilstro) Kishbaugh

Pamela Miller Corbett

January 26, 2011

Dave & Family,
So saddened to hear of the loss of your dear Kim. She was always a pleasure to be around. May you find comfort in the love you shared. Blessings to all.

January 26, 2011

Geri and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Barbara Van Bergen

Julie and Donald Bink

January 26, 2011

To the Purcell and Santore Families:
Our most sincere sympathies are extended to you in the loss of your loved one. We will ask the Lord to grant you peace of mind and peace of heart as you grieve the loss of such a vital part of your lives. Remember...for as long as you speak her name, she is never truly gone.
Sincerely,

Rich & Sue Hotaling

January 26, 2011

Dave & Family
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Joann Butler

January 26, 2011

Geri,

My condolences to you and your family.

Pete Glass

January 26, 2011

Dave and Family,
I am saddened to hear of Kim's passing. It has been a long time my friend, and you will be in my prayers during this difficult time. Peace be with you!

Sandra Collins

January 26, 2011

Santore Family:
Sorry for your loss. I didn't know her but members of my family did. So sad for you all. Prayers and sincere condolences are with you all.
Sandy Sanchez collins and Family

Lauralyn Kulpa

January 26, 2011

Dave, Emily and Jack,
We are so sorry for your loss, now she is among angels. She gave me great comfort with all I went through with my mom, she was a kind soul. You are all in our prayers.

Lyn Redden-Seney

January 26, 2011

To the Purcell and Santore families,

Very sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with lives of everyone that she touched. May all of you be blessed with a angel.

Kim Eisler-Cimijotti

January 26, 2011

Geri and family. I am so so sorry to hear about Kim. I am remembering all the good times we had growing up...most of which included you. She will be missed. My prayers are with all of you.

Agnes & Kim Schumaker

January 26, 2011

Dear Dave,I'm so sorry for the loss of Kim.Take comfort in knowing you and your children are in our thoughts and prayers.Now she is a guardian angle watching over you all, from heaven.May God Bless you all.

Carrie (Johnson) Parker

January 26, 2011

Amy,Gerry,and entire family..I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Kim. May you find some kind of comfort in this very difficult time for your family, knowing that Kim is finally at peace. God Bless all of you.

Aggie Schumaker

January 26, 2011

Amy, I'm so sorry for the loss of your sister Kim. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you and your family.

Bob Terry

January 26, 2011

David and Family
I was very saddened to hear of your loss, my deepest condolences to you my friend.

Mike Burch

January 26, 2011

Patrick and family sorry to hear about your sister. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Stephanie, Pat and Caroline White

January 26, 2011

So incredibly sad to hear of Kim's passing. Praying for you Dave, Emily and Jack.

Jeff and Kathleen Adams

January 26, 2011

Dave and Family,
Our most sincere condolences on Kim's passing.

Keith and Terri Dyer

January 26, 2011

Dave, Emily and Jack
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all.

Jo-Anne Mein

January 26, 2011

To the family of Kim Santore-

I worked with Kim (and Joanne) many years ago at Prentice Hall. She was a sweet and lovely young woman. My sincere sympathy to you and your family at this sad time.

Jo-Anne Mein (Schiller)

Barb Ames and family

January 26, 2011

I met KIm when she worked at Saxton Sign as a secretary. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

January 26, 2011

Dave, Emily and Jack,
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Although we didn't see each other as much anymore, we will miss seeing Kim and listening to her great stories... Our prayers are with you and the whole Purcell family.
Chris and Gene Molitor

Tom & Marilyn Poole

January 26, 2011

Dave & Family,

Sincere sympathy goes out to you on Kim's passing. May it somehow help to know you're in our thoughts & prayers.

Mary Christiano

January 26, 2011

Dave, Emily, Jack & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time.

January 26, 2011

Dear Dave, Emily and Jack - We wish to offer our deepest sympathy on the loss of Kim.

Dave and Susan Clickner

Carrie (Johnson) Parker

January 26, 2011

Amy, Gerry, and the entire family...I am so very sorry for your loss, my heart aches for all of you at this time in your lives. May you somehow find the strength to get through this very difficult time knowing that Kim is finally at peace. God Bless all of you.

Lisa Cleary

January 26, 2011

Dave and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Please try to take comfort in knowing you have an angel watching over you.

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