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Maria Santoro Obituary

SANTORO, MARIA 'MARY' DOMENICA (FRAIOLI), of Lincoln and Bonnet Shores Narragansett, passed away peacefully on Saturday July 12, 2008 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Francesco 'Frank' Santoro.

On June 24, 2008, they would have celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary. On July 17th, the family will observe the 21st anniversary of Frank's passing. The family takes comfort in knowing that Mom and Dad will forever be reunited.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Tomaso and Tomasina (Marsella) Fraioli. Together with her late husband, she was the co-owner of Frank Santoro and Son Plastering Co., a business they established which operated for 36 years. An accomplished cook, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends who will fondly remember the remarkable feasts she prepared and served with love.

She will be sadly missed by all those who dearly loved her, especially her children, Angela Henderson of No. Kingstown, Lucille Santoro of Lincoln, AnnMarie Landolfi of No. Providence, Ralph Santoro, M.D. of Lincoln, Brenda Marini of No. Providence, her brother, Joseph Fraioli of No. Providence. She was the cherished grandmother of, Edgar 'Chuck' McCreadie, Brenda Lema, Anthony and Gina Marini, Lisa Landolfi, Giuliana Santoro and was the sister of the late Anthony and John B. Fraioli.

Her funeral will be held on Wednesday at 9:45 a.m. from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Ann's Church, Hawkins St., Providence. Burial will be in St. Anns Cemetery Cranston. Visiting hours: Tuesday 4-8 p.m. Visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 14, 2008.

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Mary Ann Folgo

July 24, 2008

Dear Ann Marie & Family

I am so sorry for your loss.

Peggy & Bob Asciolla

July 16, 2008

To the Santoro Family, we extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.

Angelo & Marlene Bellini

July 16, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Nancy McCalligett

July 16, 2008

Dr. Santoro, I am so sad to hear of your Moms passing. May you and all your family have your hearts filled with only loving memories

Donna Petreccia

July 15, 2008

Dr.Santoro
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time
of grief.Sorry I could not attend services due to work schedules.
Deepest Sympathy

lee & kathy laurie

July 15, 2008

angela and family,
sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Gail Gormley

July 15, 2008

Dr. Santoro, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Kent Hospital

John & Dawn MacDonald

July 15, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

GAIL PALUMBO

July 15, 2008

Dr. Santoro, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I'm very sorry that i could not attend the wake, as i will be working.

Elisabeth Butler

July 15, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Salvatore Compagnone

July 14, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. She was a wonderful woman who touched our lives in a very special way and we will truly miss her. Take comfort in knowing that mom and dad are back together again.
Sal & Mary Compagnone and Family

Donna Kozlinski (Pawtuxet Village)

July 14, 2008

Dr. Santoro and family,

I am very sorry for your loss, my prayers go out for you and your family at this time.

Melissa Lasko

July 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

Steve & Claire Puleo

July 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Robin Macari-Smith

July 14, 2008

To the entire Santoro family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless.

Much love,
Robin and Joseph Smith

Bert and Cathy Poirier

July 14, 2008

To all the Santoro family, so very saddened and our condolences to you all, so many memories of our get togethers when the kids were young and your Mom's heartwarming love for everyone. So sorry we cannot be there, but we are thinking of you dearly...our love to you all.....Bert and Cathy Poirier

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