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Dominic Sano Obituary

Sano, Dominic F. ALBANY Dominic F. "Mimi" Sano, 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at St. Peter's Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Albany on September 21, 1919, he was the son of the late Joseph and Jennie (Pallino) Sano. Mr. Sano was educated at Holy Cross School and Christian Brothers Academy, class of '39. He served his country in the Army during World War II in the European theatre in Egypt and Italy. Mr. Sano worked for the New York Telephone Company for 30 years before retiring in 1986. He enjoyed traveling with his family and was a member of the Telephone Company Pioneers of America. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 60 years, Anna (Newton) Sano; his daughters, Janet (Peter) Grant of Loudonville and Kathleen (Michael Holohan) Sano of East Greenbush; his grandchildren, Christopher and Jennifer Grant; his sister, Catherine Andriano of Albany; his nieces and nephews, Frank (Ann) Andriano of Las Vegas, Nev., Joseph (Susan) Andriano and Robert (Deborah) Andriano of Rotterdam, Theresa Andriano of Colonie and Susan (Richard) Green of Delmar; also survived by several grandnieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Teresa of Avila Church, 435 New Scotland Ave., Albany. (Note: Please go directly to the church; there are no services at the funeral home on Saturday morning.) All are invited to attend and may also call at the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Friday (Today) from 4-8 p.m. Interment, Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. Colonie. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Sisters of Mercy, 310 So. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208, or Capital City Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 1999, Albany, NY 12201.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Feb. 20, 2009.

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Helen Smith Annely

February 23, 2009

Dear Janet, Peter, Christopher, and my good friend Jenny,

All my love is with you and the rest of the Sano family during this time. I only hope I have as wonderful of a life as this amazing man did. Full of family, love, and time.

Love you all!

CBA

February 23, 2009

The Family at Christian Brothers Academy wishes to express their condolences to the Family of Dominic Sano '39.

Regina A Zumbo-Colfels

February 22, 2009

Dear Kathy & Family,
Here's hoping you're able to find comfort in happy memories. May you find more peace and strength with each passing day. Please know my sorrow for your loss and that you're in my prayers. May the special things about Dominic live on inside your heart forever. Love Gina

Liz & Marv Kenneally

February 21, 2009

Dear Ann, Kathy and family. I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Dom. He will be missed greatly. Always a smile and always a kind word.What a kind and loving man he was. Love, Liz Kenneally

Kathy PETERS

February 20, 2009

Dearest Anne, I am so saddened to read of Dom's passing. Donna & I always loved visiting and laughing with you both when we were in town. We will miss him and his stories. May God be with you, Janet and Kathy.
Love
Kathy

James Armenia

February 20, 2009

Kathy,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I'm sorry I could not be there in person to offer my condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathy,
Jim

Dennis Eddie Ide

February 20, 2009

Kathy, we are sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. You are a special person, and I am sure your Dad cherished every moment he spent with you. He will be proudly watching over you and your family.

Becky Stevens

February 20, 2009

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. Think of all the happy memories that you have and so lucky to have had him for so many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Becky Stevens

Judy (Lyman) and Ed Marble

February 20, 2009

Aunt Anna, Janet and Kathy, I just received a call about Uncle Mimi and our hearts break that we are unable to stop in and pay our respect. Years have flown by but you have been in our thoughts many times especially June 27--an anniversary we shared. You both have a special place in our hearts. With deepest sympathy. God Bless.

Paula Tibbitts

February 20, 2009

Kathy & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. What a long and wonderful life he had, although it is never long enough. May you take comfort in all the special memories you have of him.

Love
Paula

sally harrington

February 20, 2009

My Dearest Friend,(li'l Sis) Our Prayers and Condolences are with you and the families.We are so sorry to hear of the Passing of your Beloved Father, Husband, and Friend. He will be greatly missed but he in the loving arms of our Lord. Bless each and everyone of you, in the Name of our Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.. Love Sally (big Sis)

Nancy Gibson

February 20, 2009

Janet & family: I am sending my prayers and thoughts to you and your family especially your mother, and I do know that God will take good care of each of you at this difficult time. Lots of love and prayers are there with you. Your friend, Nancy

Jolleen Wagner

February 20, 2009

Dear Janet, Peter, and Christopher,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you will be able to begin the healing process through the presence of one another and your shared memories of Dominic as you celebrate his life.

In Sympathy,
Jolleen

Kim Hilliker

February 20, 2009

Janet,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kim Hilliker

Rosemary Charette

February 20, 2009

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well lived life. I hope you'll remember you have friends who care...and I'm one of them.
Rosie C.

Michele Puleo O'Hare

February 20, 2009

I am so sorry to have read about the passing of Dominic. You are all in my payers.

Michele Puleo O'Hare

Rosemary Charette

February 20, 2009

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well lived life. I hope you'll remember you have friends who care... and I'm one of them
Rosie C.

Tim Gaffney Sr

February 20, 2009

To the Sanos and Andrianos-
I am sorry for your loss-my thoughts and prayers go out to you.

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