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for Frank SANTOS
Paul Venier
September 18, 2023
I can still Frank´s laugh. He was a great entertainer, friend and supporter. I miss him and think of him often.
Paul Venier
September 19, 2022
I miss Frank´s laugh and his sense humor. We had many laughs together. Not only was he a talented performer but more importantly he was a great person and good friend. I know you´re up in heaven and your family is as much as proud of you as you are of them.
July 16, 2010
Sorry to just now hear of Frank's passing ... may the good Lord be with him.
(I have been travelling)
Gary Santos
October 3, 2009
To all who lost my Brother,
I have memories of Frank far to long to put in print. Everyone seems to speak well of those who pass; but the truth is, my brother was simply amazing. From the moment I knew him as a much younger brother until I was an adult.(he was always such an inspiration). In the early days we worked together driving from place to place to find gigs. I served as his DJ to provide music before and after his show to offer a full night of entertainment. In time Frank only needed to book himself as a feature. Places like Periwinkles, Portsmouth Ramada Inn launched his career. In time, venues started to seek him based on his popularity that continues till this day. However, my fondest memories of Frank are as a little kid (he always made me and my younger sister laugh), He eventually spread that charm, love and wit as a great father to his kids and eventually an incredible Grandfather. He was the ultimate care keeper of my family; taking care of my late Mother for years and most recently my Father. Frank used his lifestyle as an entertainer to utilize every free waking moment to take care of everybody around him. I can’t help but think that the only time Frank had to himself was when he was doing his job. But then again, for Frank, that was his form of free time; making people laugh. Frank was also an amazing friend to so many (as usual, taking care of those in need). I feel deeply for Karol, his wife that together made such an amazing team. I deeply feel for Frank’s children Lisa and Frank and their children that my brother loved so much and enjoyed having fun with. Simply put, my brother was the ultimate grandfather because in his heart he was still a kid. I do not feel sad for my brother for he lived more in sixty years than most will do in one-hundred years. However, my heart pains for those who will miss his mere presence on earth and unconditional loving heart and hand. This includes me and countless others.
Frank, I was blessed to not only have you as a brother but more importantly as a dear friend.
Peace to you and all you love,
Brother Gary
irene ambeault
September 30, 2009
To the Santos family
I grew up across from his fathers store. I was shock to hear that he passed away.My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time of grief
Rayanne Skurka-Fregeau
September 28, 2009
Lisa and Frank,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your families at this difficult time.
September 26, 2009
To the Santos Family, While growing in Cumberland, Frank was somewhat of a celebrity. He will be missed. Please accept our condolences.
Jo-Ann (Hemond) and Sandy Grima
September 26, 2009
Karol, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and Frank's entire family. We will always treasure the memories of many
Christmases spent together. Our most sincere condolences. Joan, Bruce and Adam Drobnis
Paul Skurka
September 25, 2009
Lisa, Franks and Families,
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Melanie and Richie Stanton and Family
September 25, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Frank's family. We have known him to be a thoughtful, caring friend. We were fortunate to have known him and Karol.
scott turpel
September 25, 2009
i used to go to franks shows all the time although he could never hypnotis me he would usually use me in his act he was a very funny man and i will miss him alot thanks frank for all the laughs rest in peace...
DONALD PESCE JR
September 25, 2009
I USED TO GO TO SEE FRANKS SHOW'S AT THE COMEDY CONNECTION IN PROVIDENCE, WHEN I MOVED DOWN TO FLORIDA I WOULD COME BACK UP FOR VACATIONS AND ALWAYS FIND OUT WHERE FRANK WAS DOING HIS SHOWS AND HAVE TO STOP IN AND SEE HIM. I AM GOING TO MISS HIM VERY MUCH. LUCKILY, I SAW HIS SHOW THIS PAST JUNE AT THE CASINO, IN LINCON. I'M GOING TO MISS HIS SMILE AND LAUGH. I CAN'T BELEIVE I WILL NEVER SEE HIM AGAIN. MY SYMPATHIES TO THE FAMILY.
DONALD PESCE JR.
September 25, 2009
I USED TO GO TO SEE FRANKS SHOW'S AT THE COMEDY CONNECTION IN PROVIDENCE, WHEN I MOVED DOWN TO FLORIDA I WOULD COME BACK UP FOR VACATIONS AND ALWAYS FIND OUT WHERE FRANK WAS DOING HIS SHOWS AND HAVE TO STOP IN AND SEE HIM. I AM GOING TO MISS HIM VERY MUCH. LUCKILY, I SAW HIS SHOW THIS PAST JUNE AT THE CASINO, IN LINCON. I'M GOING TO MISS HIS SMILE AND LAUGH. I CAN'T BELEIVE I WILL NEVER SEE HIM AGAIN. MY SYMPATHIES TO THE FAMILY.
September 25, 2009
To the Santos family,
Condolences on the passing of Frank. He brought laughter and smiles to brighten the lives of many people.
I remember first going to his shows at the Gondola Club in Taunton, and the Ramada Inn in Portsmouth. When Frank visited the greyhound track; we would sit together. A real nice gentleman.
harlan shab
fall river
melissa yankee
September 25, 2009
your in our prayers
September 25, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I had the pleasure of opening for him and he was such a nice guy. He will be greatly missed in the Boston entertainment community.
Carolyn Plummer
Saints Market
September 25, 2009
I knew Frank when he owned the small grocery store in Pawtucket. Sweet Man with a Big Heart to match! Rest in Peace Frank!
Linda Lourenco
September 25, 2009
shows after that like lexingtion resort exc. i stoped doing shows and frank continued on. he will be missed all my sympathy to his family, you are all in my prays
Linda Lourenco
Lauri O'Connell
September 25, 2009
I couldn't believe this when I heard it. I was totally in denial. I loved Frank!! I use to go and see him almost every sunday in providence in the arcade. He was always a friendly and kind man. Always had a smile for you and always could make you laugh. My sympathy goes out to his family for their loss. I know he will be missed by many!!
Roger DeBlois
September 25, 2009
Karol,
With Deep Sympathy may your heart be filled with warm thoughts and treasured moments of Frank. He was a special part of our family and was a wonderful father to our neice and nephew. Our love also goes out to his Dad, brothers, sister, children, and grandchildren. Roger & Sheila
Sheila DeBlois
September 25, 2009
Lisa and Frank,
Our deepest sympathy for you and your families. Your Dad was a great person and someone that makes everyone smile when they think of him. Can you just imagine the Heavens above, he will have them all in tears laughing. The memories that he created will go on forever. He was a great father and grandfather,and friend. Uncle Roger and I send our love to you all.
September 25, 2009
Paul and Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Frank. Please know that you are in our thoughts.
Pam, Naomi, Melissa and kids
Deborah Shook
September 24, 2009
Dear Family, So sorry to hear that Frank passed away,He had a jest for life that was contagious and was so fun to be around. I met Frank at a show when he was new in the business, my husband and i had him at our house parties and he was so entertaining, i know, he will be missed by so many people, im so sorry he's gone. He was a kind man. Deborah Shook
Paul Venier
September 24, 2009
Frank will always hold a special place in my heart and memories. He was not only a great person and performer but he was responsible for bringing me to Rhode Island to perform myself many, many times and I am so appreciative of that fact. I have made so many friends over the years because of him and it was always an extreme pleasure to be in his company and that of his wonderful family. I am sad to have lost him but am thankful to have known him and to be in his presence over the years.
Much love always to his family and my deepest regrets for their loss.
Richelle Wheeler
September 24, 2009
Karol and family,
So sorry to hear about Franks passing. He will be greatly missed. We had gone to many of his shows and I believe I told you that he had me and my mom up on stage but could not put us under.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are all thinking of you at CVS in Greenville.
Richelle Wheeler and Family
Wayne Lima
September 24, 2009
Frank had a special talent but more importantly a positive spirit and genuine friendly attitude. I grew up with him and his brothers Steve and Gary, and can confidently say Frank and his entire family were (and are) a very important and respected part of our community. I will miss Frank for his smile, good nature and honesty. He was very easy to like. Similarly I will miss his shows...because he was a fantastic performer. I will always feel good that I had the pleasure and opportunity to know Frank, enjoy his conversation and appreciate his talent. God Bless a very good person and friend.
My prayers and condolences to Frank's family...and keep up the fun shows in Heaven Frank!
David Trimmer
September 24, 2009
Not only was Frank a fantastic entertainer, he was also a great person to know and very down to earth.
Richard Roberti
September 24, 2009
I knew Frank both on a professional level and as great friend. I met Frank in 1981 and loved his show.
In 1986 my Entertainment agency began to book some of his shows into colleges,clubs and private functions. On a professional level, he was one of the best in the field. Frank was always incredibly easy to work with and understood the importance of protocol.
As the years went by, I got to know him and his family better and better. He became on of my best friends in the world. He and his wife Karol, always made me feel like I was at home, when I visited them.
Frank and I would sometimes do gigs together and have fun playing music trivia on his satellite radio on the way home.
The thing I remember about him the most is how he took good care of friends in need, like retired singer/comedian Golden Joe Baker, who was very ill. Frank would often sacrifice a good part of his day to attend to Joe's medical needs and bring him to doctor visits and such.
He also had a great love for his wife, kids, family and friends. Let's not forget about his love for animals. He loved his doggies.
I will remember his as one of the best people I have ever come across in my life on both a professional and personal level.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Karol,Frank JR, along with the rest of his family & Friends.
He will be sorely missed.
In time, I hope we can all celebrate his life's accomplishments and hope we have learned a little from how he lived his life and treated others.
Nancy
September 24, 2009
Even though I didn't know Frank personally, I had plans to go to a show soon. He will be sorely missed, he was one of my favorite entertainers! God bless him, rest well and my sympathies to his family during such an emotional time
September 24, 2009
We are saddened by your loss. Our deepest sympathies to the Santos and Towner Families.
Eric and JoAnn Gray
Debbie Auclair
September 24, 2009
My deepest sympathies to you Lisa and the rest of your family. I've had you in my thoughts and prayers!
September 24, 2009
Karol,
We were so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Frank. We always enjoyed ourselves when we were in his company. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Paul,
You know that we are always there for you and the children, understanding the situation all too well. We love you all.
Dan, Michelle, Mitchell and Nicholas
Lisa Russo
September 24, 2009
To the family, I am "SURE" that everybody, where he is, is laughing right now. This is a great loss. It is people like him that make people forget about the problems in this world. He is, and will be, missed. Again, I am so very sorry.
Ron & Linda Tracey
September 24, 2009
Dear Karol,
Our deepest sympathy to you and the Santos family. Frank was not only a great man, but also a great friend. He will be greatly missed. We have so many fond memories of the good times together, concerts, dining out, "boating", vacations, etc. He will always have a place in our heart, as will you. Frank can now entertain on the big stage above, and one day we'll all be part of his audience.
Michael DiSano
September 24, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
the farmers
September 24, 2009
Frank, we miss you so, but know that we will be laughing with you again in a better place. Karol, Frank's Dad, Lisa and family, Frank Jr. and family, we are praying for you. Karol, we will always try to be as faithful a friend to you as you and Frank have been to us. We love you!
Linda
September 24, 2009
Thanks for all the fun times at the Comedy Connection in East Providence. Friday and Saturdays were the best with you there. You will be missed. Always tried to get me under your spell, but you never could do it. Those were the fun times Frank.
Brandy and Spain Costa
September 24, 2009
Dear Karol and Family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Frank's passing. He was a talented and caring man. I can not recall a time when I was around him when he did not make someone smile. He will be greatly missed by everyone whose life he entered. My family and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers in your time of sorrow. Know that he is now in a better place and will be with you always. May god give you the strength you need in this time of grief. He will truly be missed by all.
Dennis Bouchard
September 24, 2009
Dear Santos Family:
Please accept Lisa's and my deepest condolences. Frank was a prince of a man, and he will be truly missed.
Paul, Justine, and Paulie, I am sending you a special Uncle Boo Boo hug.
Love,
Dennis
Richard Osterlind
September 24, 2009
Frank,
You were one of the greats and will be sorely missed. You made me laugh more than anyone.
It was a pleasure knowing you and working with you.
May you have eternal happiness and may God be with your family.
Richard
joey caruso
September 24, 2009
simpley the best //and friend to all the rest
September 24, 2009
To The Santos Family; Frank made a lot of people happy. That's all you can ask in life. He will have a larger audience in heaven.
September 24, 2009
My heart is sad at the loss of Frank. Lisa and Frankie, your dad was a very kind and compassionate man especially to me. Your Dad will always be in my heart and memories of years gone by. May you find comfort at this time knowing that many, many people loved him. His laughter will always ring in my heart.
Debbie DeBlois-Stewart
Paul
September 24, 2009
thanks for the laughs Frank you will be missed
Cheryl Pitts
September 24, 2009
Frank was an awesome entertainer..I have seen him several times @ the comedy connection in East Providence..he knew how to get the audience laughing...may he R.I.P.
Brenda
September 24, 2009
To the entire Santos Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. I have such great memories of Frank. We used to go to the ARCADE years ago to see see him perform. It was a blast. He was a great guy.
Laurie (Oliveira) Robin
September 24, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
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