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2012
Richard John Santora, age 72, of Winder, GA, passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2012. He was the superintendent of Residential and Commercial Construction for over 40 years. Richard was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church, Winder. He served in the Vietnam War. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather and he could light up a room with his great sense of humor. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Adeline Spinelli Santora; and his brother, Donald Santora. He is survived by his wife, Carole P. Santora; two daughters, Michelle Santora (fiancé- Michael Guinn) of Winder and Melissa (Mike) Shrout of Canton, GA; two brothers, Robert Santora of Hammond, LA and Jerry Santora of San Jacinto, CA; and one grandson, Tristan Santora. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home, Winder, with Father Gilbert Exumé officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society (cancer.org/donate). Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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December 17, 2012
Gary Harvin
We will miss you Richie. Christmas time was when we mostly saw Richie, Carole and their girls. Richie would bring the room to life when he walked in. Sheryl and I offer our deepest condolences to you Carole.
December 17, 2012
Gary Harvin
This is the time of year that I always thought of Richie, since we mostly would see him, Carol and the kids at Christmas time. Richie always brought life to the room when he walked in and Sheryl and I offer our deepest condolences to all.
December 14, 2012
December 14, 2012
Gairett Lamkin
Richie, you will be truely missed. You really made work a fun place to come to. You were always there with a smile and candy. I knew when I hired you that you were a special person. Knowing you was truely a gift. I can't believe how much I care about you in such a short time. You will be truly missed my friend.
December 14, 2012
Connie Kent
My Dear Friend, our deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you keep the Lord close to you in your time of grief.
God Bless,
Love Connie & Matt
December 14, 2012
Cindy Decuir
Dearest Carole, Our condolences to you and your family. May God be with you during this time. Love, Cindy (Ferniz) and David Decuir
December 14, 2012
Lorhetta Rainey
You were loved and will be missed by all who knew you. Your heart was gold and you always made me smile. Shine on in heaven my friend.
December 13, 2012
Jean Whitehead
December 13, 2012
Jean Whitehead
A lot of tears fell today and we were all covered by clouds of gray. We must rejoice knowing you are no longer in pain and Heaven has one more Angel! My thougts and prayers are with the family. May God be with you all during this time of grief.
December 13, 2012
Adele Caluori
I will deeply miss you, my friend! My job will never be the same without you!
December 13, 2012
Sandra Gome
My thought & prayer for the family, my condelense.
December 13, 2012
Adele Caluori
I will deeply miss you Richie! My job will never be the same without you My Friend! Love, You're little Italian Friend, Adele
December 13, 2012
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