David Santore Obituary

SANTORE, DAVID David Santore, 56, of Arlington, Vermont passed away on Monday, June 13, 2011. Dave was born on November 10, 1954, son of the late Nicholas and Ellen (Bailey) Santore of Derby, CT. Dave grew up in Derby, graduating from Derby High School in 1972. For the past 28 years, he made his home in Vermont where he operated a successful furniture upholstering business. Dave's skills were not limited to his work; he was also a talented artist and musician. He had a fondness for 1960's era muscle cars and motorcycles. He also had a passion for woodworking, painting, fishing, hiking, cooking, and eating. Dave loved the outdoors and had a great appreciation for nature and all animals. Dave will be fondly remembered for his genuine affection and compassion for others, as well as his devotion to family and friends. He had a kind, loving heart and will be sadly missed by his two brothers, Richard Santore and his wife, Cindy, of Woodbridge, CT and Gary Santore and his companion, Carmela D'Andrea, of Prospect, CT; his sister, Maureen Chiaraluce and her husband, Leo, of Hamden; and also by his nieces, Jessica Santore of Norwalk, CT, and Marla (Cianciullo) Livingston and her husband Troy of Wallingford, CT; his nephews, Nicholas Santore of Wallingford, CT, Michael Santore and his wife, Joy, of Waterbury, CT, Daniel Santore of New Haven, CT, and Joseph Cianciullo, Jr. of West Haven, CT; and several aunts, cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of his family. Memorial donations may be made to The National Foundation for Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 565, Saddle River, NJ 07458.

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Published by New Haven Register from Jul. 5 to Jul. 7, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for David Santore

9 Entries

Darcie Finnegan (Nelson)

February 9, 2017

Dave was my best friend for several years when he lived in Springfield VT. He was such a kind, caring, loving friend. I spent so much time with him at his home. He so loved nature and the outdoors. He had chickens and a dock. We would go out in his row boat and go snorkeling for cray fish and the we would fish off the dock. He was so kind to my two boys. My older was a troubled teen and Dave just took him under his wing and let him help with upholstering. I am so sorry for your loss. And it saddens me that the world lost such a wonderful soul. I am also sad that I only found this out now and it was by my older son who went searching online for him. I am so thankful to God for Dave being one of the people He put in my path on my journey in this world on my way to eternity. Love you David Santore, a true light in my life.

Mike Zdanowski

June 1, 2012

To the entire Santore family. I am so sorry and sad to hear of Dave's passing. I have many fond memories of the time I spent with Dave during our middle and high school years. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Gerfo Family

September 4, 2011

Dave lived in our house in Vermont for a number of years. We were sad to see him leave and extremely saddened by his untimely death. He was sucha talent - and a good friend. We send our deepest sympathy to all who loved him.

Janice Papale Sheehy

July 12, 2011

What wonderful memories from our grammer and high school years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jackie Palmieri

July 10, 2011

Maureen, Gary and the enitre Santore family,
I am so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. Although I have not seen him in many years he was a very big part of our lives when we were younger. May time and all of your fond memories of Dave bring you comfort and peace at this very difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy.
Jackie Palmieri (Jeanette's sister)

Joe Titta

July 8, 2011

To the entire Santore family my deepest condolences. Dave was a friendly face even as far back as the Derby Middle School.

Bob Scovin

July 7, 2011

Dear Santore Family: I don't know if you guys remember me or not but I was your next door neighbor growing up ! Early on in life David and I were good friends. I am so very sorry to hear about him passing away. I will always remember the good times we had together ,playing baseball/swimming at the "rec". Hope all is well with the rest of you and again you have my sincerest condolences ! Bob Scovin(a.k.a. "bird" according to rick !!) I am now a podiatrist and live in Ellsworth,Maine.

Ceil Petrucelli

July 7, 2011

Dear Santore Family,
My deepest condolences to your entire family. I knew Dave here in VT and worked on many projects with him over the years. I was deeply saddened to hear of his unexpected passing. He was a great guy, very talented and a true artist and craftsman. We will miss him. He will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Ceil Petrucelli
Ceil Petrucelli Interiors
Bennington, VT 05201

Jack LaRocca

July 6, 2011

Dear Maureen and Family,
While it has been many years since i have seen Dave, i feel a great sense of sadness for his passing. Reading about his life's work and many passions his family and friends, will certainly leave a void for those close to him. Please accept my deepest sympathy and know that you and your brothers are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.

Thinking of you,

Jack LaRocca

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