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Dorie L. Santucci

1933 - 2022

Dorie L. Santucci obituary, 1933-2022, Arnold, PA

BORN

1933

DIED

2022

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Ross G. Walker Funeral Home, Ltd.

217 Freeport Road

New Kensington, Pennsylvania

Dorie Santucci Obituary

Dorie L. Santucci, 89, of Arnold, went to be with the Lord Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born June 10, 1933, in Natrona, to the late James Cochenour and Mary Tantlinger; and was also preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso "Foe" Santucci; brother, Leonard "Buck" Tantlinger; sisters, Lois Stratton and Joyce Gohn; great-granddaughter, Sophia Rose Dobrzynski; and great-grandson, Micah Tyler Santucci. Dorie leaves behind her children, Susie Gentile, Junnie (Terry) Mendelowski, Thomas Santini, Cindy (Floyd) Santucci-Jenkins, Aldo Santucci, Nikki (George) Santucci-Theis, Shannon Santucci, Alfonso (Tammi) Santucci, Marnie Santucci and Michael Santucci Sr.; 21 grandchildren 25 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Donna (Nelson) Fike; brother, Jeff (Kathy) Harbison; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Santucci had her own catering business and started the former Funzi's Restaurant in 1991. She also worked for the former Nader's Bar & Grill in New Kensington. She enjoyed traveling, cooking for everybody in town, spending time with family, loving life and blessing everyone with her kindness and infectious smile. The family wishes to thank her caregivers and all of the staff from Heritage Hospice who loved her and cared for her. We would also like to thank the many medics and firefighters who came when we needed them. Special thanks to Anthony and Rachel Sage. Viewing will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, in the ROSS G. WALKER FUNERAL HOME LTD., 217 Freeport Road, New Kensington, where a service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, by the Rev. Harold Mele. Entombment will follow in Greenwood Mausoleum, Lower Burrell. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dorie's memory can be made to "Sheep Arnold" (formerly Lazarus Tomb), 1821 Fifth Ave., Arnold, to continue caring and feeding people in our community. To leave an online condolence, visit www.rossgwalker.com.

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Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Dec. 10, 2022.

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Pamela Oakes-Conroy

December 14, 2022

I know I am in good company when I say I played at the Santucci house when I was a young person--everyone did. Love and laughter filled your house and your Mom always made us kids feel welcome. May God bless your mother and may your good memories sustain you and keep you.

Fly with the angels, Mrs. Santucci...

Becky

December 14, 2022

I'm so sorry about the passing of aunt Dora,,I have so many great memories because she made a great difference in my life,,as she did with everyone that knew her,,rest easy aunt Dora,,love you,,

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Lynn, Kathy & Becky

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Gretchen(Wolfe) Oakes

December 13, 2022

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Beautiful Mother. She was one of the BEST people I will EVER know. She was a second mom to me growing up. She was a Mom to ALL!! I have so many Great memories of life at the Santucci home.always something going on , always fun, always shenanigans,AND always good food but mostly Love , so much love In That house.she was a BEAUTIFUL person inside and out, and will be missed by All. Rest in Eternal peace Beautiful Lady. Deepest condolences and much love to you all. Gretchen (Wolfe) Oakes

Eric Maurer family

December 12, 2022

Our condolences on the loss of your mother.

Denny and bridget Conwell

December 12, 2022

So sorry to hear the passing of your mother our thoughts and prayers are with you all Denny and Bridget

Donna Fike

December 12, 2022

To my Beautiful sister and best friend,

My heart is broken. Sis, I will see you again. Thank you for the most beautiful ten nieces and nephews that you gave to me. I am so blessed to have Foe and you in my life. Until we meet again.

Your loving sister Donna and Nelson

Tina Marie Fike

December 12, 2022

To My Beloved Aunt Dora,

On Angels Wings

On Angels wings you were taken away. But in my heart you will always stay. I will hear your whisper in the tallest trees. Feel your love in the gentle breeze. And when I find I miss you the most, inside our beautiful memories I will hold you close. You are an Angel watching over me with the comfort and blessings you bring. You embrace my heart and hold it close, forever on Angels wings.

You will be dearly missed by your niece Tina and Nephew Choo Choo

Michael Lukac

December 11, 2022

Al, Tammi & Family,
My deepest sympathies to you at this time. May fond memories and God's love provide you strength and comfort now and in the days to come. May she rest in peace.
God bless,
Michael Lukac (VHS '85)

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The Stanley and Gamble's

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Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Espinoza Family

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Marneese Nicholson

December 11, 2022

My condolences. Jay & Marneese Nicholson

Lisa Shaffer

December 11, 2022

My heartfelt sympathies to the family. You were blessed to have such a wonderful woman to call your family. She was a great inspiration to all.

Lillie Aguero

December 11, 2022

I am so sorry for the loss of Mrs
Santucci. I am a long time friend of her daughter, Cindy. Met Mrs Santucci and her other daughters on her many trips to Texas. I pray for all of the family and offer everyone my sincerest sympathies.

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The Santucci's

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Linda Salati Haidze

December 11, 2022

My sympathy to all of the family of Mrs Santucci. She was a wonderful person and had such a beautiful smile. She will be missed by all.

Shirley (Jenkins) & Earvin Bryant

December 11, 2022

Years of wonderful memories and blessed sharing with a beautiful sister(in law). Meeting members of this family was special. Dorie Santucci rest on and enjoy your next chapter.

Margaret Decquir

December 11, 2022

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Theresa gohn

December 11, 2022

I´m so sorry to all my cousins for the loss of Aunt Dorie. My heart goes out to all of you. As many has said she will be remembered by her beautiful smile n her laugh. I remember walking in to her house she may not have had food on the stove but she would go in that kitchen n whip what she called a lil something up for who ever walked in that house. Always wanted to feed everyone. I will miss n love her dearly. May she rest in peice and may god wrap his arms around all of you in this hard time. I love ya all. Sincerely Theresa Gohn

SUSAN (COURY) KLINE

December 11, 2022

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

Josie Yeasted

December 10, 2022

Shanon, Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your special mom. Many blessings and prayers.
Love,
Mr. & Mrs. Yeasted. Largo, Florida

paul lochrane

December 10, 2022

to the family she was a wonderful person, talked to her many times eating her wings, she as the best, RIP

Mitchell Adda

December 10, 2022

My deepest sympathy to the Santucci family. So sorry to hear of Dorie's passing. She'll be sadly missed by many. You're in my thoughts and prayers. I am blessed to have known Dorie and will always treasure the many memories growing up with the Santucci family.

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Betty Menchaca

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CRAIG M BARCH BARCH

December 10, 2022

My deepest sympathy to the Santucci family. What I remember about Dorie was the spread of food at Christmas time during their Christmas party. Her catering food was delicious and lots of it. Very nice lady and family. God rest her soul! Prays to the family!

Lovya All,

Craig and Barb Barch

Sheila L Milner

December 10, 2022

To the santucci family blessings prayers and love for the loss of a awesome wonderful woman That will be missed dearly.
Sheila Milner

The members of Arnold Volunteer Fire Company # 1

December 10, 2022

Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Santucci

Shannyn Fallon

December 10, 2022

Dorie was an incredible and gorgeous person both inside and out. She welcomed me like family when I lived in PA, and always seemed to be in a good mood when I saw her. I didn´t get to know her that well, but she clearly did an amazing job raising her children and loving everyone in her family. She will be missed greatly.

Debbi askin

December 10, 2022

To all love u n praying for peace v heart to all. Your mom was such a special n loved lady. Thank you for sharing her n her love she showed all with me. She will be missed. Remember the good times n the slice that you all took such good care v her. Love n, peace n hugs to all.

Michele Overly

December 10, 2022

Rest in peace sweet Lady , the Best NewYears Eve Party´s with you and the girls catering it , you were the Best

Sandra O´BRIEN

December 10, 2022

My thoughts and prayers to the family. Loved Dorie. When she came to Texas to visit Dorie always was happy sharing stories about her children. When she hugged me it was like my own mom hugged me.

Heartfelt Condolences Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Paul Meringolo

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Joe Milito and Family

December 10, 2022

I´m so sorry to hear about mom. She was such a special lady and an amazing mother to her beautiful family. Our prayers and condolences are with you as you mourn her passing and celebrate her life as only she would want you to. Hang in there!

Polly (oden) Banichar

December 10, 2022

Condolences, hugs and prayers to the Santucci family for the loss of their beloved mother. She was a wonderful, beautiful lady

Richard Walker

December 10, 2022

So very sorry for your loss, Rich & Donna Walker

Kathy Bogin

December 10, 2022

My sincere sympathy to Dories family Remember her from whenour kids were in school and from Funzies Tavern where she was an excellent cook-a great Mother and all around good person.RIP Dorie you deserve the rest you will have in Heaven God Bless your soul!

Diane Marello

December 10, 2022

So sorry to hear of your loss. So many good memories of your Mom & family from my younger days. I'll remember your family in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all I know how much she will be missed

Andrea Speedy

December 10, 2022

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family to be able to cope with this great loss. I met this wonderful woman in my younger days eating her wings with the Funzi's sauce. My sympathy to the family. Dorie was such a kind soul and a honor to know her. God Speedy my friend

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