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Julian Santarelli Obituary
Julian "Shucks" James Santarelli
RIVERTON - Julian "Shucks" James Santarelli, 92, of Riverton, died at 2:50 am Thursday, October 6, 2011 at St. John's Hospice. He was born July 8, 1919 in Springfield, Illinois to John and Nunzia Matarelli Santarelli. He married Eula Mae Haynes on September 20, 1952 and she preceded him in death on September 28, 2002.
Also preceding him in death were his parents; one son Leroy Santarelli; one step-son, Steven Earl Lindsey; two brothers, Frank & Larry Santarelli; two sisters Livia Pescetlli and Mary Stalmah and two infant siblings.
Survivors include two sons, Marty and Ed Santarelli both of Riverton and one grandchild, Ryan Santarelli.
Mr. Santarelli was a member of St. James Catholic Church in Riverton. He was a U.S. Army WWII veteran and was an Ex-POW and Purple Heart Recipient. He was an avid gardener and big sports fan and especially enjoyed watching the Cubs and the Illini.
He retired from Sangamon Electric after 35 years working in the warehouse and sheet metal department. He also worked for Riverton School District as a custodian for eight years.
Visitation: 8:30-10 am, Monday, October 10, 2011 at St. James Church in Riverton
Funeral Mass: 10 am, Monday, October 10, 2011 at St. James Church in Riverton, with Reverend Joseph Ring officiating. Burial will follow in Camp Butler National Cemetery where Sangamon County Interveterans Burial Detail will conduct military honors.
Memorial Contributions may be made to The Animal Protective League or to St. James Church.
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Memories and Condolences
for Julian Santarelli
Boo
October 1, 2023
Ed. Another year gone by. Hard to believe. Loved your mom and dad. Take care.
Boo
Ann (Caldwell) Yocum
October 12, 2011
Marty and Eddie ...I am sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you both at this time.
October 11, 2011
Marty and Eddie, We are so sorry about your Dad... God's Blessings, Wendy(woodward)Nation, Russ and Sean,Riverton
Robin Ford
October 10, 2011
Eddie, Marty and Ryan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have such wonderful memories of your Mae and Shucks. Your Dad was a wonderful man and will be dearly missed. His memory will forever live on, it won't be the same without him.
Jimmy and Robin Ford
Jim Cribbett
October 10, 2011
Marty & Ed;
We are very sorry for your loss. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Boo Miller
October 9, 2011
Eddie and Marty,
Please know that you both are in my thoughts and prayers at this unhappy time.
Boo
Angie Hesse
October 8, 2011
Marty & Eddie,
Sorry for the loss of your Dad.
You are in my heart and prayers.
October 8, 2011
Ed & Marty,
We were very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
Sally & Jim Kuczek
Kelly Sullivan
October 7, 2011
Ed and Marty, Even though we spoke on the phone, Eddie..I wanted to say again and to Marty how sorry I am to hear of Shucks' passing. I have very fond memories of the time I spent with your Mom and Dad. They were both very special people. Please know that you are both in my thoughts and prayers.
connie mancini
October 7, 2011
Marty and Eddie, Dan and I were saddened when we heard of your dad's passing.
We know he is in a Happier place, with your Mother. Rest in Peace Dear Friend,
Dan and Connie Mancini,Pinellas Park, Fl
Jerry & Connie Blissett
October 7, 2011
Marty and Eddie. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our Prayers and thoughts are with you. We are sorry we can't be there, but you are in our hearts.
Chuck Gray
October 7, 2011
Marty: I am sorry to here of the passing of your Father.
Jeanne & Greg Andruskevitch
October 7, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. If we can be of any help, please let us know.
Jackie Green from Regency 11-7 shift
October 7, 2011
I only knew Shucks a short time at the Regency. But it was long enough to know what a good man he was. I listen to his stories about his life with his wife and kids and I could tell he had kind heart and loved his friends, and family. My sympathy goes out to his loved ones. His memories will live on in your hearts.
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