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Michael DeSano Obituary

DeSANO, MICHAEL A., 49, of Waterview Drive in Smithfield passed away Friday, at Fatima Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Karen A. (Houle) DeSano.

Born in Providence, Michael was the son of Marie (Grilla) DeSano and the late Edmund DeSano.

Besides his loving wife and mother he is survived by a son, Justin Houle of Smithfield; a daughter Ashley DeSano of Smithfield; a brother Edmund DeSano, Jr. of Riverside.

Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd., Warren where family will receive friends Wednesday 4-8PM. Funeral service Thursday at 11 AM at Smith Funeral Home. At the request of the family, burial with be private. Please visit www.celebratewithsmith.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Sep. 16, 2008.

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Michael Taillon

September 28, 2008

Dear Karen & Children:

I was sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Becky & Greg Porcaro

September 25, 2008

Dear Karen & family:
We are so sorry to hear about Mike. He was a wonderful person and we had many happy times at Lincoln CC because of Mike. He will be sadly missed.
All our love,
Greg & Becky Porcaro

sue luscz

September 25, 2008

dear karen, i am so sorry for your loss, i had great memories with mike, i loved working with him. he had a great smile and could always make me laugh. even when he was in a bad mood. if there is anything you need just call me i will be there. sue luszcz [email protected]

Mary Ann (Zarlenga) Leso

September 18, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. I lived on David Drive and spent my teenage years as a close friend of Michael's. Sounds like he never lost that sense of humor. I have been thinking of him all week and how much he made us all laugh. I will always treasure those memories.
With deepest sympathy,

Alysha Scandariato

September 18, 2008

Dear Annie, Toni and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry to hear about michael's passing.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Alysha and Joe

Alysha Scandariato

September 18, 2008

Dear Karen, Justin, and Ashley,
I am so sorry about the loss of Michael. He was a great guy and very funny. My heart goes out to you and your family.
love Alysha and Joe

Lou and Carol Cataldi

September 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sherry Arlia

September 17, 2008

Karen, Justin & Ashley:
I am so sorry for the loss of a great husband and father. Mike always had a smile on his face and worked very hard. He will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I also extend my sympathies to Annie & Tony, Mike's family and all those who have been touched by Mike's presence.

Tony Arlia

September 17, 2008

Karen, Justin, Ashley & Family: We are unable to attend the services as we are out of town, but do want you to know we are terribly saddened by the passing of Michael and are keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers. We will never forget all the good times at Lincoln Country Club. Mike was a great guy.
Rosemarie & Tony Arlia

Donna Callahan

September 17, 2008

Dear Karen, Justin and Ashley,
I am saddened to hear of Mike's passing. It was great working with him at 92 PRO-FM. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Karen, if there is anything that you need, please don't hesitate to call me.
Love,
Donna Callahan

Ann Merwin (Hartford East Apartments)

September 17, 2008

Karen and Family-Please know that my heart goes out to you at this difficult time, and that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen Martini

September 17, 2008

Karen to you and your family I am deeply sorry for your loss. I got to know Mike briefly, but in that short time I knew Mike had a big heart. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love and deepest sympathy.
Karen (Mel's friend)

Patti (Carosiello) Berman

September 16, 2008

Please accept my sincerest condolences. I knew Michael many years ago and remember his wonderful sense of humor and his kind spirit. May your memories be a comfort to you always.

Tony Bristol

September 16, 2008

Karen, Justin & Ashley,
Words cannot describe losing Michael in my life. 30 years is a lot of time, a lot of love and certainly, with Mike, a lot of laughs. I will think of him every day and smile, grateful that I had the chance to know him and share so many good times with his family. I'll always be here for you guys.
'Til we meet again my friend.
Love, Tony

Judy Houle

September 16, 2008

Karen, Ashley, & Justin,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you & your family find the strength & guidance to help you through this unexpected painful time. With Deepest Sympathy,

edmund alfred desano jr

September 16, 2008

will miss you with all my heart love your brother edmund and your mom [may] god will take care of you now see you and dad in the next life

Larry Broccoli

September 16, 2008

My sincere condolences to Karen and her family. I am so sorry I cannot be there in your time of need as I am in Florida. Michael and I were close friends and I will always remember our good times. May God Bless you Karen and give you strength through this. Michael will be sadly missed.

Lyslie (Rhude) DeMeo (NPH Class of 1983)

September 16, 2008

Karen, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. My husband, Michael, passed away suddenly 6 months ago at the same age. I have a 6 year old son. It is a long, tough road, but with a strong family and good friends to help you through, the road is much easier to travel. I have found the strength to go on and face each day by gaining strength from my son and everyone around me including my husband. He is with me every step of the way. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sarah McConnell

September 16, 2008

Karen, Justin, and Ashley, I am so sorry to hear about your loss of Michael. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. I have many fond memories working with Mike and spending time with your family. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Dawn Marchand

September 16, 2008

Annie and family
Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gary & BJ Berkowitz

September 16, 2008

Our condolences on Mike's passing. I remember Mike from the early PRO-FM days when he was our first traffic reporter.

Lisa Broccoli

September 16, 2008

Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lisa Broccoli

Honey Kane

September 16, 2008

So sorry to hear about your loss of Michael. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Love,
Steve & Honey Kane

United Management Trust

September 16, 2008

Our thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with you and your family at this time Karen. We are all thinking of you at this time and here to help you through this difficult time.

Betsy, Eleanor, Doris & Grace

Brenda & Rick Leone

September 16, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss.Michael was one of our childhood friends who we shaered many good times together. May the memories of Michael be treasured forever.
With deepest sympathy,

Steve Di Sano

September 16, 2008

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

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