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JOHN SANTOSUOSSO Obituary

SANTOSUOSSO, John Peter Of Arlington, died on May 22, 2025, at the age of 94. He is survived by his beloved wife of 71 years Barbara; his children John, Cathy, Linda, Judy, Bill, Sue, Bob, Dave and Jen and their spouses/partners; and was predeceased by his son, Jim. John leaves 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; his youngest brother, Richard and his spouse. Family was the most important part of his life. He is surrounded by our love. Rest in peace, John. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home, 1145 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON, on Wednesday, June 4, from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and to a Graveside Funeral Service with military honors at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at 12:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate in memory of John to your favorite charity. Please visit devitofuneralhomes.com to leave an online condolence.

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Published by Boston Globe from May 27 to Jun. 1, 2025.

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Dick George 101st Airborne Division Newburyport

May 28, 2025

Til Valhalla!

Jimmy Considine, Charlestown

May 27, 2025

Thank you for your unselfish military service to the people of this nation. May you now rest in peace.

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Jun

4

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

DeVito Funeral Home

1145 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476

Jun

4

Graveside service

12:30 p.m.

Mount Pleasant Cemetery

70 Medford Street, Arlington, MA 02474

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DeVito Funeral Home

1145 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476

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