Two years ago today my dear. I had a Mass said for you. I miss you so, You are in my thoughts daily. I have seen you in my dreams and you have reassured me that you are okay--you know how I worry, so thank you. Love you always. 

We’re so sorry for your loss Ann. Dave was a true  gentleman and friend! Lots of great memories for us as neighbours way back when in South Pasadena playing golf, having dinner and lots of laughs with the two of you. I can picture his smile, along with yours with Dave.....just a perfect couple ❤️❤️  Our thoughts are with you. Love Pam and Jack

I am sorry for your loss. My grandmother was Marco Santoro's sister so in a round about way I am a relative of David's. Sorry we never met in person, but I became acquainted with Mark Campis through Ancestry.com when he was seeking information on Marco Santoro. Another relative, Marge Offield in Missouri wrote an entire book about the Santoro Family traveling from Venosa, Italy and settling in the USA. Mark has the whole section on Marco that he can share with you. You have lots of relatives in CA because Marco's brother Theodore had 11 children and Florence, my grandmother,  in San Jose had 13.  Best regards
Marla Duino Lenz       marla.lenz@att.net


The Board of Directors of Fairway Villas at Bardmoor Condominium Association, want to honor the memory of Ralph David Santoro. 
He was a leader in our community and a friend to all. He served on our Board of Directors from 2011 thru 2015 and lived in our community with his lovely wife Ann from 2002.
His memory will remain forever and he will be dearly missed as will his kindness and thoughtfulness.

Our deepest sympathy on your loss. We are thinking about you and your family. 
Michael and Marie Capellas 
Patrick and Julie Jennings and Family 

In the visits with my sister and Dave, he was always an even tempered man and indeed had a warm and comforting smile.  He seemed to take things in stride, was easy to talk to and was kind and friendly to people.   A gentle soul in so many ways.  My support to all who were close to him.  May his soul be at peace.

Dave was a very dear friend and trusted partner of mine on Wall Street in the 1980s.  He was always very kind and thoughtful of everyone he came in contact with both personally and professionally and always with that big, beautiful smile of his.    He sat next to me for many years and was my trusted co-pilot and I valued his honest counsel.    During the difficult times, Dave was a calming and professional influence on the trading desk.  Whether you were a rookie or a seasoned veteran, Dave had the time to share his knowledge and kindness with evveryone.  He was a dear friend of mine and my wife, Patti,  and he and Annie were at our wedding in June of 1985.  We had lots of good times with Annie and Dave over the years including many rounds of golf.  St. Peter no doubt knew he had a special person on arrival with the announcement:

                                                     Fore, Incoming

Rest in peace, my friend.

The Lord has welcomed you home into His loving arms, my sweet cousin. Remembering you always with your wonderful smile...may you rest in peace.  My condolences and love to your entire family. God Bless, Ann. 

Though I only had the pleasure  of seeing Dave a few times, what immediately stands out for me was his genuine smile and his friendly demeanor. He  was one of those people who had a gift of making you feel instantly comfortable.  The last time I saw him was at the YMCA he was struggling with a bad back but yet when he saw me he put on that huge smile and waved. That's what I will always remember...the man with the friendly  greeting and warm smile .  Rest in peace Dave.

Dave was a great guy. I still remember meeting him for the first time. We traveled to New York for their wedding.  He was so warm and welcoming,  a consummate gentle man. May God bring peace to all the hearts that were closest to him.

My dear husband Dave.  Always patient, kind, and loving no matter how he was feeling.  I was lucky to be married to him for 41 years.  He always let me and his family know we were loved and important.
He taught me the meaning of courage and grace this year when things were so hard... but he prevailed.   He has left a big empty space in my heart. Rest in peace now. I love you, Annie. 

We will sorely miss our friend Dave.  A kinder, more gentle man we will never know.  He was always so gracious and considerate and his laugh was infectious.   Rest easy dear Dave.   Gerry and Cynthia

Gathering of Friends

Ralph is survived by his loving wife; Ann,
Children; David (Leslie) and Elizabeth (Donald)
His grandchildren; Benjamin, Emily, Zachary; Christopher &amp; Thomas
Brothers; Thomas (Barbara) and Mark (Fanny)
and several nieces and nephews.

OBITUARY

Ralph David Santoro

April 6, 1945 – December 19, 2019

Serenity Funeral Home

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