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Pasquale Santagata Obituary
Pasquale W. Santagata, MD, age 89 of Stamford, entered peacefully into his eternal rest on Thursday, January 25, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family. Dr. Pat, as he was affectionately known to friends and patients, dedicated more than three decades in Stamford to healing and the relief of suffering, serving as Chief of Anesthesia at both Stamford and St. Joseph's hospitals. Born in New Haven on April 24, 1928, son of the late Antonio and Maria (Marenna) Santagata, Dr. Santagata celebrated his 61st anniversary to his devoted wife MaryJane Gerrity Santagata in May. After graduating from Fordham University, Dr. Santagata received his medical degree with honors from Georgetown University in 1955. Before starting his practice he served as a captain in the United States Air Force. Dr. Santagata began working in Stamford in 1962. While in practice he served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Visiting Nurse Association.
He was the beloved father of Mark Santagata and his wife Susan, Peter Santagata, MaryJane Lacerenza and her husband Donald, and Michael Santagata and his wife Elyse. He was the loving brother of Grace Barbiero, of Hamden, and the proud grandfather of Christopher Lacerenza, Kelly Santagata, Michael Lacerenza, Matthew Santagata, Lucas Santagata, and Alex Santagata. He also leaves several nieces and nephews, and many dedicated friends.
Friends may greet his family on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at The Leo P. Gallagher & Sons Funeral Home, 2900 Summer Street, Stamford. On Monday his funeral procession will leave the funeral home at 9:15 a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial at the Basilica of St. John's in Stamford at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Queen of Peace Cemetery in Stamford. At the request of his family, memorial contributions may be made to The Basilica of St. John's, 279 Atlantic Street, Stamford, CT 06901.
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Memories and Condolences
for Pasquale Santagata
Nick DeAngelis
February 3, 2018
Dear Mary Jane and Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your father. Though the time we spent in his presence was few, our memories of him remain forever. He was a good man, accomplished professional, and loving father who truly lived for his family. Mary Jane, we know the special relationship you and your father shared makes this loss for you even more difficult to except, but it also offers you the most meaningful and beautiful memories of the time you shared. We will keep all of you in our prayers and ask God to provide you and your family with comfort during this difficult time.
All Our Love,
Nick Mary & Chris
Ann Romanello
February 1, 2018
It was a privilege to know and work with Dr Santagata over many years. We faced many challenges, middle of the nigh call's and pizza fritta parties in the OR. Pat was funny, kind and so skilled at what he did. Our family members were often in his care -he treated them with respect and had a full understanding of their importance in our lives. He treated them understanding what it meant to us to have him stand at the head of the table. And one of the greatest of many gifts he gave us was laughter. I am forever grateful and will always miss him. To his loving MaryJane and family, thank you for sharing this beloved man with us.
tom mckee
January 31, 2018
so sorry to hear of your loss . you had a great dad ! you still do . god bless
January 30, 2018
A wonderful human being. I always enjoyed working with him. He was a very competent anesthesiologist and had a great sense of humor. A winning combination.
RIP dear friend.
Alan Weisel,M.D.
MaryAnn Francolini
January 29, 2018
Dear MaryJane, I am so sorry for your loss. Pat was such a special person and will be missed. I know exactly how you feel. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Mary Ann Francolini.
Stu Buchman
January 29, 2018
Dear PeterI was sorry to read about your Dad's passing. Although I never had the opportunity to meet him, I could tell from all that was written about him that he was a wonderful and caring person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joan Testori
January 29, 2018
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I am praying for comfort for you and your family.
Alan Levi
January 28, 2018
I too was lucky to have enjoyed playing bocce with Dr. Pat all those years. Once when in the hospital for minor surgery, when brought into the or, Dr. Pat, smiled and said, I saw you were on the roster, so I am here for you. I told him I hope his aim is better than at bocce that week! God bless him.
My sincere condolences to your family.
Alan Levi Naples, Florida
January 28, 2018
Dear Maryjane and family,
Working with Pat in the operating room at Stamford Hospital was a joy. He was caring, sensitive, had a great wit and most of all loved his family. May he Rest In Peace. Prayers,
Geri Viola Callahan, RN
January 28, 2018
Dear Mary Jane and family We are so saddened to learn of Pat's passing We could have never made it through Aunt Dolly's illness without him (and you Such a dear dear man
Much love to all of you
Jean Ann and Joe Frattaroli
Donna DeVito
January 28, 2018
I am so very sorry for your loss. He was always awesome to my mother when sge was sick and before. My mother was his cousin Marie DeVito. He was really a awesome man.
January 28, 2018
Dear Mary Jane,
My heartfelt condolences to you and all your family. Pat was the consummate doctor, and a true gentleman with a great sense of humor as well. Working in the OR together, and those fun evenings at the house with Helen and Maureen will forever be in my memory. May all your wonderful memories bring you some comfort now and always.
Marybeth Bernardo
Rita Conte
January 28, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Pats passing. I had the pleasure of working with him at St. Joseph Medical Center as a nurse on Maternity. He was always friendly, pleasant, and kind. He will be truly missed. He was a great doctor.
Donald Bosak
January 28, 2018
Dear MaryJane and family,
Without the shadow of any doubt know how much each of you are loved by your Creator, your Jesus as each of you were Blessed with the Gift of Dr. Pat in your lives. It is natural to want more. It is a Blessing to recognize and appreciate Jesus' Love for each of you by giving you the Gift of Dr. Pat in your lives.
January 27, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the you all.
Chris and Kathi Greco
Hilkka Schulz
January 27, 2018
To The Family of Dr Santagata.
I am so very proud to have known Dr "Pat" and worked with him in PACU at St Joseph Hospital. He was a kind and caring to all his patients. Dr Pat will be remembered as a dedicated professional and a true friend by all his co-workers. My deepest condolences to his family.
January 27, 2018
To the Santagata Family
We have lost another Member of our St. Joseph Family. "Pat" will be remembered in our hearts as a person who was kind, compassionate, and most loyal to his profession. Working with him in the Operating Room was always a joy and a most rewarding experience.
Never forgotten, in our hearts to stay. R.I.P.my dear friend.
Gail (Rinaldi) Yeagley
January 27, 2018
I had seen Pat this past year and I'm so sorry to now hear of his passing. I worked with him in St Joe's O.R. and being on call with one of the best anesthesiologists ever ,was a pleasure. He was a hard working dedicated physician and an extraordinary "good guy". My condolences to all his family.
Pat Agostino RN
Donna Caruso Karl
January 27, 2018
To the entire Santagata Family,
Words can not express how very sorry I am to hear of Dr Pats passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May he Rest In Peace.
Lucas Isidro
January 27, 2018
MaryJane and family, so sorry for your loss. I played Bocce with Dr. Pat for many years and enjoyed being in his company, we shared many wonderful times.
Farewell friend, till we meet again KEEP THOSE BOCCE BALLS ROLLING.
I was honored and privileged to be your friend. RIP DR. PAT
Lucas Isidro
January 27, 2018
MaryJane and family, so sorry for your loss. I played Bocce with Dr. Pat for many years and enjoyed being in his company, we shared many wonderful times.
Farewell friend, till we meet again KEEP THOSE BOCCE BALLS ROLLING.
I was honored and privileged to be your friend. RIP DR. PAT
January 27, 2018
Thank you for serving our country.
A grateful American
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