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Sandino Battisti Obituary
of Oakland, Pa.
Sandino "Sandy" Philip Battisti, 78, a lifelong resident of Susquehanna, Pa., passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2008, at Barnes-Kasson Hospital in Susquehanna, Pa. He was the son of the late Luigi and Elena (Canale) Battisti. He was predeceased by his brother, Julius Battisti. Sandy is survived by his loving and caring wife of 56 years, Joan Marie (Houlihan) Battisti; two daughters, Lou Ann and her husband Michael Kilmer, Wyalusing, Pa., and Elaine DeCastro-Greenlief and her husband Doug Greenlief, Murrels Inlet, S.C.; one son and daughter-in-law, David and Renee Battisti, Phoenixville, Pa.; seven grandchildren, Joshua and Susan Kilmer, Ethan Kilmer, Maria DeCastro, Matthew DeCastro, Justin Kilmer, Cameron Battisti and Alexandra Battisti; and one great-grandchild, Elizabeth Kilmer. In addition, he is survived by two brothers, Dominic Battisti and John Battisti, his wife Katherine and their two children, Jack and Ann; and an army of close friends. Sandy was a 1947 graduate of Laurel Hill Academy and retired from Bendix Corporation, where he worked for over 30 years. An active, recognizable and vibrant fixture in the Susquehanna community for decades, Sandy was a proud and longstanding member of the Susquehanna Fire Company where he served in various leadership positions for over 50 years. In addition, he was a dedicated member of the St. John's parish, and was active in numerous other local organizations including the St. John's Men's Club, the American Legion Post #86, and the Moose Club #794.
The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 25th at 9:30 a.m. at the Hennessey's Funeral Home, 747 Jackson Ave., Susquehanna and 10 a.m. at the St. John's Church in Susquehanna, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. Albert Leonard. Burial will be in the St. John's Cemetery in Susquehanna, Pa. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made in Sandy's name to either the Susquehanna Fire Company or the St. John's Men's Club, Susquehanna, Pa.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sandino Battisti
Bill and Marilyn Hand
November 5, 2008
Dear Joan and family:
We are in Florida and just read about Sandy's passing -- he will be missed by many people but will be remembered by many more.
You and your family are in our prayers and we know that God will get you through this.
There's a story about a "Broken Chain" and it say that we never know when God will call our name. . . and the family chain is broken. It also says that as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
Remember, Sandy has just gone through another door. . . and you will meet again.
Ann Marie (Vaccaro) Huey
October 29, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Peter & Mary Pat, Kristopher & Marilyn
October 29, 2008
Joan & family,
Please accept our sincere condolences Sandy was a special to all of us and he will be sadly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May God bless you abundentley and comfort you.
Sincerely ,
Pat Spehar
October 26, 2008
Joan, We really enjoyed knowing you and Sandy and you were so kind to us when we stayed with you for Tony's wedding. Also enjoyed having you visit us in Ohio. Our prayers are with you and your family. God must have needed Sandy with him.
Pat & Bud Spehar
Carol (Washburn) & Dave Trevarthan
October 25, 2008
Joan & family,
We send to you our sincerest sympathy. Sandy will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful man who was a God sent to all of us in Oakland. He will be long remembered for all the countless loving gifts of time and hard work he gave to our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow and we pray for the comfort of God be with you.
Gary & Sue Vail
October 25, 2008
Dear Elaine, Doug and Battisti family,
We've been in Boston with our daughter Julie since Thursday and we happened to check pressconnects.com late Friday night and noticed the obituary regarding the passing of your Dad. Please accept our sincere regrets for not being there Friday night and our deepest sympathies for your loss. We're both thinking about you today and hope you will draw comfort from your friends and family.
Warmest regards and deepest sympathies,
Gary & Sue
Christina Cannistra
October 24, 2008
Joan and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. I can never forget all that both of you had done for me. Sandy was a wonderful man and you sister. We all loved him.
Larry Mead
October 24, 2008
I worked with Sandy many years ago on the Bechlers at Amphenol. We had many good laughs together.
Also enjoyed the clam bakes at Sloops Grove. When all the Dept. 52 families got together.
Tina Ferrante
October 24, 2008
Joan, I'm very sorry for your loss.
Jim Brady
October 24, 2008
Joan and Family,
Joan what can I say. I will never forget all the good times we had together with Bob and Linda. He was a true "Brother" that will be missed by everyone that he touched. A Mass will be said for Sandy at "Mary Queen of the Universe Shrine" here in Orlando. I pray for GOD to comfort you at this time
Janie & Tim Madigan
October 24, 2008
Dear Joan & family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
May many wonderful memories bring you comfort and laughter.
Bill Boice
October 24, 2008
Joan and family,
No matter how much you prepare for the inevitable, you can never totally prepare for the reality of it. It hurts and you are in my heart and prayers.
Jackie McChesney
October 24, 2008
Joan and family-Can't begin to tell you how sad I am at "Pas'" passing. He was a good man and a constant contributor of Oakland. Bless you and your loved ones at this time.
Janice (Monell) Wayman
October 24, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bonnie Dermer
October 24, 2008
Dear Joan and family, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of mourning and remembering. We have such happy memories of so many of life's events that we were able to share with you and Sandy. Sandy was always ready to help with anything that needed to be done - he was such a warm, caring, compassionate man - and was loved by the many people who's lives he touched. I know that Sandy and David are in heaven right now having a good laugh and watching over and protecting us. We love you and share in the loss of your beloved husband,father,brother, grandfather,uncle,and friend.
Bonnie and Alex
Mary (Gulley) Greenleaf
October 24, 2008
Dear Joan and Family, So sorry to hear about Sandy. I remember many great things he did while I was growing up. As you know he was a really good man. He always cared about the people he met. May you all find comfort from God during these times. Love, Mary (Gulley) Greenleaf and Family
mary parks
October 24, 2008
Dear Joan and family, I was deeply saddened to hear of Sandy's death. I hold some fond memories of him. He was a true gentleman and a stellar citizen of Oakland. I'm glad I got to visit with him this past summer at the veggie stand. Please accept my sincerest sympathy.
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