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Elsie Santamaria Obituary
Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Charles G. and Aurora (Grandchamp) Ferrucci, she had been a resident of Warwick for 50 years. Mrs. Santamaria was a talented cake decorator and greeting card designer and enjoyed sharing her talents with friends and family. She was a member of the Villagers collecting Department 56 miniatures.
She was the mother of David and June Genest and stepmother of Gail S. Davis, Doreen J. Guerra and Lisa M. Scotton. Sister of Rosalind Acciardo, Richard C. Ferrucci, Shirley J. Parrillo, and the late Illien Montella. Also survived by 9 grandchildren.
Her funeral will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave., with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Timothy Church, Warwick Ave. Burial in Pawtuxet Memorial Park, Warwick. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to American Celiac Disease Alliance, 2504 Duxbury Place, Alexandria, VA 22308, will be appreciated. Information and guestbook visit: www.TheQuinnFuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Elsie Santamaria
Dave and Mickey Joly
October 25, 2007
Dear Frank and Family:
Our deepest sympathy on your great loss.
Sometimes things happen and there's nothing anyone can say or do to make it better. It just takes time - time to cry, time to heal, time to be...
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
(Friends of Karleen & Milton)
Dennis Nelson
October 23, 2007
Dear Uncle Frank, Much sorrow for your loss. She was a very nice person and will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prays
Love Dennis,Anna and Tammi Nelson
Millie and Charlie Swanson
October 23, 2007
Frank, Millie and I feel sadness and much sorrow for your loss. Ellie was always kind to us and we will not forget her and she will be rememberd always. Love Millie and Charlie.
Anthony Vieira
October 23, 2007
Too many years went by....my regrets are that we didn't spend more time together...we always think there's a tomorrow.....rest in peace....your cousin, Anthony Vieira
Janice Ruizzo
October 23, 2007
To My Dear Sister in Law:
We little knew that morning,
God was going to call your name,
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
You did not go alone.
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again.
You will be deeply missed.
Love Forever, Your Sister in Law & Friend
Sherri Bagian
October 23, 2007
Words cannot express what a loss this is to our family. Ellie was a very special and loving Aunt who we were so very lucky to have in our lives. She lit up any room she entered and had the perfect personality to match that jokester "Frank". My mother, Janice, considered her a "sister" and more importantly her "friend". She will be deeply missed. Our most deepest and heartfelt condolences go out to Uncle Frankie and his girls. Rest easy knowing that she is already straightening them out in Heaven!
Lou George
October 23, 2007
All of Elsie's friends from the Ocean State Villagers and Collectors were sadened to hear of her passing. Frank, all out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ( Lou and Joann George )
Melissa Poulin- (Smith)
October 23, 2007
Uncle Frankie, Gail, Doreen and Lisa,
I am so sorry for your loss. Auntie Ellie will be greatly missed by all. She was a wonderful lady and may she rest in peace. You are all in my thoughts.
Janice Smith
October 23, 2007
Uncle Frankie and Family,
So saddened to hear of Aunt Ellies sudden passing. She was a caring and loving person who always had a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
My deepest condolences.
Love Niece Jan
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