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Richard Santini Obituary
He was born Nov. 14, 1961, in Hartford, son of the late Alfio and Mary (Leone) Santini, and had lived in Vernon before moving to Manchester 27 years ago. Richard was very passionate about cooking and was a chef with his family's restaurants, Vic's Pizza in Manchester and Santini's Family Restaurant in South Windsor, as well as several other local restaurants.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two brothers, Andrew Santini, and his wife, Janice, of Vernon, James Santini, and his wife, Patricia, of South Carolina. Other survivors include Debora's family, parents, Claire and George Mayo of Marlborough; two sisters, Brenda Brancuccio, and her husband, Andrew, of South Windsor, Patricia Michaud, and her husband, Scott, of Glastonbury; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Calling hours will be held Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Holmes Funeral Home, 400 Main St., Manchester.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Bridget Church, 86 Main St., Manchester. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery in Glastonbury.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Santini
February 11, 2013
Sorry for your loss
David Howe
Cheryl Soares
February 9, 2013
Our families grew up together when we worked at Vic's Pizza together. Parties at your parents house, summer swimming at Normans after working late. Cannonballs in the pool by you and getting us all wet. Washing all those pots and pans in the sink at Vic's and you laughing at me when you had to add more pots and pans to the sink. Greasing pans, watching you cut up the meat for the sausage or pounding out chicken for chicken parm. I have a lot of good memories so sorry that you have left this world way to early. Rest in peace my friend and to your family much sympathy and prayers for the pain you are suffering now. May god give you strength and comfort and may your memories of Richie bring you comfort too.
February 8, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss Richie will be sadly missed by all that knew him. Rest in peace cuz.
Jay M. Ventura
Holmes Funeral Home - Manchester
February 8, 2013
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
cory narkawicz
February 6, 2013
Sorry for your loss.
Lynn Banaeige
February 6, 2013
My heart goes out to his entire family at this difficult time. Richie is gonna be missed by so many especially his great sense of humor that always made me laugh. Love you my friend may you forever rest in peace.
Luke Nearine
February 6, 2013
Deepest thoughts, wishes and sympathies. Richie you will be missed.
Amanda Parkins
February 5, 2013
We are so saddened by your loss. Over the last three years of being neighbors you two have become like family. We will miss Richie's jokes, big smile and even bigger heart. We know he'll be watching over you always.
Andrew Lafferty
February 5, 2013
I'm very sorry for your loss Deb , Richie was like a big brother to me. He will never be forgotten , especially for his big heart ,and making lots of people laugh and smile . Rest in peace old friend .
Kelly Daigle
February 5, 2013
So sorry Debbie you guys are in our prayers and thoughts
Jeffrey Daigle
February 5, 2013
Always in my heart sorry for your loss he loved you dearly debbie
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