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Michael DeSantis Obituary
Shrewsbury - Michael J. DeSantis, 72, of Shrewsbury, passed away on Wednesday, September 19, 2012, in his home, surrounded by his loving family; following a courageous four year fight against leukemia.
Michael is survived by three daughters, Michele Higgins, Nicole Kapurch and her husband Jay, all of Charlton and Rachael Najdanovic and her husband Ivan of Shrewsbury; a son, Michael S. DeSantis of Worcester; a brother, Louis DeSantis of Worcester; two sisters, Angelina Roche of Worcester and Rose Gravlin of Shrewsbury; seven grandchildren, Jordyn, Nikolas, Jared, Ava, Zack, Marina and Julia; many nieces and nephews. Michael was born in Worcester, son of Leonard and Rachael (Amedeo) DeSantis. He graduated from high school in Worcester and served his nation proudly in the Army National Guard.
Michael was the proud founder of DeSantis Masonry and was a talented brick and stone mason, practicing his trade throughout the area. He was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Saint Ann Church and the International Union of Brick Layers and Allied Crafts Workers, Local 3.
Michael loved his family and friends. He was invigorated with love and life, whenever he was surrounded by his loving children and grandchildren.
Calling hours for Michael will be held Sunday, September 23, from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. His Funeral will be held on Monday, September 24, from the funeral home with a Mass at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Saint Ann Church, 24 Mulberry Street, Worcester. Interment in Saint John's Cemetery, will be held privately.
The family would like to thank Dr. Rajneesh Nath and all of the nurses and staff of the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at UMass for all of their hard work, dedication, support, and love throughout Mike's fight.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Bone Marrow Transplant Program. Please note that your gift is in memory of Michael J DeSantis. Gifts may be made by check payable to: UMMF - Nath-Bone Marrow Transplant Program and mailed to: UMass Medicine Development Office, 333 South Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545. Or you may make your gift online at: http://w3.umassmed.edu/OnlineDonation
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael DeSantis
Marie M.
October 8, 2012
To the DeSantis Family,
During my 5 months working as a PCA in the hospital, I was so priviledged to have met and become close to Mr. DeSantis. He truely touched my heart, and I prayed for him often. I feel so fortunate to have known him for the short amount of time I did. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and friends.
September 27, 2012
Dear Mikes loving family,
We are so saddened to hear that you lost your loving Dad. Although it has been along time since we last saw him (gosh where does all this time go), we will always remember him and his wit and humor. He was a good guy. Although the days are dark and sad for your all of you, the dark days are gone for Mike..no more pain, no more struggles, believe that he is now at peace, without pain and in the glory of the Almighty One!
Love, Joe and Nancy Pasquale
nancy pasquale
September 27, 2012
Dear Mikes loving family,
We are so saddened to hear that you lost your loving Dad. Although it has been along time since we last saw him (gosh where does all this time go), we will always remember him and his wit and humor. He was a good guy. Although the days are dark and sad for your all of you, the dark days are gone for Mike..no more pain, no more struggles, believe that he is now at peace, without pain and in the glory of the Almighty One!
Love, Joe and Nancy Pasquale
Maryann Power
September 25, 2012
Nikki,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maryann Power
James
September 25, 2012
Rachael & Janice,
So sorry for your loss. During his many hospital stays, I witnessed the special bond you had with him and it touched me. He is at peace now and watching over you both.
Helen and Ron Winkelmann
September 24, 2012
Ginny, so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers...
September 24, 2012
We worked with Mike on "restoring/refinishing" some of his beloved items (incl. pool table that he loved) & got to know him & enjoyed the conversations about whatever.... Our deepest condolences - Kathy & Fran Norman
Karen Sharpe
September 24, 2012
Dear Nikki and Jay,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad. My heart goes out to you as you struggle through this time of sadness.
Gina Abbott and family
September 24, 2012
Nikki and Michele and family,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your Dad. Your memories of him will always be in your hearts. You are in all of our thoughts. Take care
Mr. & Mrs. David Serra
September 24, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
We will think of Mike often, he will be missed.
Mr.& Mrs. David Serra
Deb Rose
September 24, 2012
My condolences to the DeSantis family. I remember Mike from when I was a child, going to visit him with my dad, Dave Rose. Mike will be dearly missed by all. Deb
Susan Seibel
September 24, 2012
Nikki,
Please accept my sympathy and caring thoughts on the loss of your dear father. You are in my thoughts and heart. Susan
ken rondeau
September 23, 2012
to mikes family,i spent some time with him and his gang from shrewsburry st in 60 when we all joined the guards together there was around 15 of them,we were at fort dix nj i have only seen a couple of them over the yrs gerry belba and regie but we sure had a lot of fun,i dont know if louie would remember me i won the pt trophy and the mile,and was picked along with my best friend from south worcester to demonstrate the confidence course.that is the last time i ever saw mike and that gang again,but i will always have those fond memories of serving with him. god bless him. ken rondeau
Tina Pasquale
September 23, 2012
Uncle Mike was part of my most earliest memories, which are part some of the greatest ones. Uncle Mike's brave battle has come to an end of his suffering. He is in a peaceful, warm wonderful place now. My heart aches for my Aunt, and cousins Michele, Michael, and Nikki grief and pain. I have a feeling Uncle Mike's book of life on this planet may have closed, but an entirely new refreshing chapter has opened. with all my love Uncle Mike, Ginny, Michele, Michael, and Nikki. We were all so lucky to have had him in our lives.
jay massei
September 23, 2012
Very sorry for your loss, --- little Mike, your father was very good to me and we had a lot of fun! Jay- Capitol Corvette
Marie Donahue
September 23, 2012
Michelle, I am very sorry for your loss.You and your family will be in my prayers. I wanted to make the wake but I was unable to do so. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Bette Collins
September 23, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband,father,and brother. I have not seen Mike in years,but I remember his eyes and smile that would light up a room. He was a very kind and loving man.His love will always be with you, and his memories will always warm your hearts. A new star has been added to the sky.Prehaps its an opening from heaven letting you know that he is happy and at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with during these difficult days. Gods blessings be with all of you.
My mom was Anne[DeSantis]West
Myron and Linda Katz
September 23, 2012
Dear Lou.....please Ccept our sincere sympathies on your brothers passing. May all your memories help you through this difficult time.
Joey Johnson
September 23, 2012
To: Vagin, Michele, Nikki, Jay, Rach, Michael & all the grandchildren: We are so sorry to hear of you loss. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you through this difficult time and always.
With Love, Joey, Curt, Zachary, Alexis, & Ashton Johnson
Janice Carlson
September 22, 2012
Dear Ginny, Jay, Nikki, Michelle, Rachael, & all his wonderful grandchildren, my deepest sympathies. Mike was such a blessing to all of you and was happiest when he was surrounded with his children & grandchildren & you Ginny, such a loving and supportive family. Please know you are and always will be in my daily prayers.
With much love,
Mom/Gramma Carlson
September 22, 2012
Dear Rachael, Michelle, Niki, Mike and all of Mikie's family,
Our very deepest sympathy to all of you for the loss of your most loving father, grandfather, brother and uncle. We all love Mike and he will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. He was a special man to all who knew him. God bless you.
Love,
Sue Filippone and Frank Viscardi and Chris, Jeff and Jon
September 22, 2012
THE DESANTIS FAMILY,
WITH A HEAVY HEART YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS. MR 'D' WAS A GREAT MAN, FATHER AND CARING PERSON. HE WAS ALWAYS COMMITTED TO HIS FAMILY. A VERY HARD WORKER THAT DEFINE HIS LIFE. MAY THE 'LORD' BE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW AND REFLECT ON A GOOD MAN AS HE BEGINS HIS NEW JOURNEY INTO ETERNAL LIFE.
ALL OF THE MARTIN FAMILY.
September 22, 2012
MY deepest sypomy to the desantis family.
September 22, 2012
Dear Rose, Angie, Louie and the whole DeSantis family,
Joe and I want to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear brother,Mike. He truly was a good friend and we will miss him dearly. May God welcome him into his loving arms. Rest in Peace, Mike.
Love and prayers, Joe and Carol Lapomardo and family
BoB & VEE Chiras
September 22, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Frank Prizio
September 22, 2012
The world has lost a kind generous loving man.I will never forget you Mikey. You were so special.I know I will see you in heaven.The scripture says to live is Christ to die is gain. I know how much you loved the Lord Jesus.
Mary (Vig) Stolarczyk
September 22, 2012
Michelle, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I knew he was sick and hope he is as peace now.
Bob and V Chiras
September 22, 2012
Ginny and kids,
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for you at this time. Bob and I will think of you often and hope you are doing well.
With deepest sympathay
Bob and knee see Chiras
Donna & Michael Kennedy
September 22, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
September 22, 2012
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but leaves memories that no one can steal - our heartfelt thought & prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
Love,
The Radz Family
Bill Prizio
September 22, 2012
sympathies to the mike's family. mike was my best friend when we were in Adam st. school.
Mr. & Mrs, Molinari
September 22, 2012
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We will miss him dearly.
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Molinari
Richie & Anne Molinari
September 22, 2012
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We will miss him dearly.
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Molinari
Joe Sama
September 22, 2012
Your Dad had one of the biggest hearts that a human being can have. I will miss all the good times I shared with him. I must be one of the most fortunate people in the world to have had him as my friend. May the Lord welcome him home and he be at peace.
September 21, 2012
To the Desantis Family: I am so sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. So glad he had time to spend with the grandkids. Lots of special memories to hold on to xoxo
robert williams
September 21, 2012
I've had some really great visits with Mike. There is not a time that I have drove up Rt. 20 and looked in hopes I'd see him outside to stop and say hello. He was a great man and the minute he died a special magic left the earth. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers have been on him and your family. Very sorry for the loss of this great man.
Robert
Angela (Angie) (Hanlon) DuDeVoire
September 21, 2012
Ang, I'm not sure that you'll even remember me, but we were friends many years ago at N.E. Tel. and Tel. I'm so sorry to read of Micheal's death from such a dreadful disease. My son died of Leukemia at age 11, so I know how tough it is to go through it. Please nkow that I'm thinking of you and of Micheal and sending my love. Angie
Carmen Leclair
September 21, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad.. He was my dad's best friend(Dickie Collaro).. I will always remember going to visit your dad and he was always making everyone laugh. He was a good man with a big heart. I will never forget him.. And my dad will miss him every moment of every day.
Ralph Masiello
September 21, 2012
Dear Michele, Michael, Nikki, Rachel, and all the family of Big Mikey,
Your dad touched the lives of so many people in so many ways, but none as much as you, his family. You were all blessed to have a man such as Mike in all your lives. His legacy lives in each and every one of those of you he has left behind. He lives on in the memories you hold close to your heart and soul. He was a hardworking (very) man who inspired many others with his work ethic. Our lives were all much richer for having known Mike.
Rosie Naughton
September 21, 2012
Nikki & Jay,
We are so sorry about your loss, the grief you feel now will ebb away eventually and the loving memories will wash over you and the family. Thinking of you all and wish you the deepest sympathies during this difficult time. - Always, Rosie & Jackie
Maureen Dupre
September 21, 2012
To Nikki, Jay, Michele, Rachael & Mikey.
We are so sorry about your Dad. It breaks my heart. He was the best guy in the world and he loved you all so much. We will never forget him. Keep him in your thoughts everyday it will help ease your sorrow. There will never be another.. Rest in peace "Big Mike".
Love always,
Phil & Moe
Jason Grant
September 21, 2012
To Nicole and family:
So sad to hear about your loss,I hope in time you will be ale to look back and only have the joy of his life as a memory
September 21, 2012
Dear Nicole,
You have my deepest sympathy.
Peggy Picard
Dave StMartin
September 21, 2012
My family's thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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