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Lawrence Del Santo Obituary
June 3rd, 1957- June 3rd, 2016
Danville, CA
Larry Del Santo "Jr.", of Danville, CA. passed away at John Muir Medical Center on his 59th birthday, June 3, 2016. He is survived by his wife Kelli Harrigan Del Santo, oldest son Lawrence, daughter Catherine, youngest son William, father Larry Del Santo Sr., step-mother Mary McAboy Del Santo, brothers Michael, John, Tony and Chris Del Santo, sisters Mary Hogan, Therese Farley, Cloey Del Santo, Becky Selna, Patty Sackinsky, Katie Del Santo Grantz and Laura Harter. His mother, Rebecca Diepenbrock Del Santo, predeceases him.
As an alumnus of St. Francis High School in La Canada and Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, Larry infused his Catholic education and upbringing in his everyday interactions with family, friends & colleagues. Living every day to the fullest, his robust adoration for life was infectious. He was an active member of his community and parish of St. Isidore's Catholic Church in Danville, a member of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem and helped found Catholics At Work. He was a member of the Golden Gate Chapter of Young Presidents' Organization (YPO), loved golfing, being outdoors and was an avid San Francisco 49ers and Giants fan. As the oldest of 12 children, Larry paved the way for his siblings. Uncle Larry was adored and revered by his 38 nieces and nephews. His larger-than-life personality, selflessness and unrelenting love for family and friends will be sorely missed.
A Rosary and prayer service will be held on Thursday at 7pm at St. Isidore's Catholic Church in Danville. The Memorial Service will take place Friday at 10am at St. Ignatius Church in San Francisco. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to FACE organization in his name: http://bit.ly/LarryDelSantoDonation.
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Jim laughton
June 1, 2022
Fond memories of Larry! Unrelenting kindness, never ending smile greeted me whenever we met in Pebble.
Everlasting peace Larry!
martha cappeller
June 18, 2016
So very sorry about your brother Larry.Everyone from St.Mary's parish in LF,Ill that I grew up with I still think about-You're in my thoughts & prayers-
Sincerely,Martha Cappeller-
Russ Belleci
June 15, 2016
So very sorry about Larrys passing. A true Gentleman
Russ, Patti & Andrea Belleci
Dennis O'Toole
June 13, 2016
Just happenstance that I caught his obit returning home from SF. Knew him at LMU, playing football on his intramural team "Larry's Boys." I was a freshman, he, an "old man" senior. Having just left my own large clan behind to see what these Jesuits could teach me, his warm, affable and welcoming nature helped pave my own way. It's clear he remained that and more some 38 years later. May those qualities live on in those friends he made and the family he leaves behind.I tip my cap to them, and the priest at St. Francis for molding such a good and decent man....
Fernando & Marie Gumucio
June 13, 2016
The Gumucio Family is praying so God keeps Larry Jr. In his palms and gives the family peace and strength. May the happy memories with Larry sustain you all. Much love and sympathy,The Gumucios
June 11, 2016
May the God of all comfort strengthen the entire family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15) My sincerest condolence.
June 11, 2016
May the God of all comfort strengthen the entire family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15) My sincerest condolence.
Jim Laughton
June 10, 2016
Larry always greeting me with his smile and handshake when he arrived at the coral house in pebble. I enjoyed his company and vibrant personality. I am fortunate and grateful I was able to know him however brief. Peace Larry...
Wendy Robbins
June 9, 2016
Dear sweet Kelli, family & friends of Larry. From Kelli's home in Beaumont and all of us from here who know her, our hearts ache for you. As early as a month ago, Kelli was in Beaumont visiting with family & some of her friends. I happened to be one of the lucky ones to get to see and have lunch with her. During that lunch, Kelli reminisced and spoke specifically of her happy life with Larry, the story of how they met, what an exceptional Christian husband & father he was, and how wonderful her life had turned out to be. It seems those who had the privilege to share in Larry's presence on this earth, were truly blessed beyond measure. May God's blessings guide you during this difficult journey. Sincere prayers to all. I love you, Kelli.
Kimberly Wolfford
June 9, 2016
My deepest condolences. Prayers for strength to face the grief ahead of such a sudden loss.
Ozzie Zamora
June 9, 2016
Tony, Very sorry for your loss
June 9, 2016
The world was a better place with you in it, big guy. I have such fond memories of being 20 something cozes in LA. I will miss you terribly.
Kelli, Larry, Carherine, and Will, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Chloe Diepenbrock
andy and patti karleskind
June 8, 2016
Kelly, Lawry, Catherine, and Will
The Karleskind's cannot express in words our grief at the loss of Larry. I am sure your hearts are broken. We will continue to pray for you and all as Larry's faith, our faith remains strong
Mitzi Devlin
June 8, 2016
For years, I have only known him by sight. I knew where he, his wife, and children sat at 12:15 Mass. You could count on their presence and his beautiful and kind smile. I didn't know Larry, but I felt I "knew" him. I am saddened for your loss.....his soul radiated Christ even to the "strangers" with whom he shared the pews. May he rest in peace.
Mark Sumby
June 8, 2016
We shall miss you Larry, our prayers to your family and friends. I hear they have the best scotch in heaven.
Nancy Del Colletti
June 8, 2016
The bear hugs, the big laugh, the huge smile are things I will hold in my memory. I pray that the entire Del Santo clan find comfort in memories. You will be missed, "cuz."
Beth Heyn
June 8, 2016
Larry was always so friendly and warm with everyone from old friends to people he had just met. His smile made you feel right at home. I am so sad for all of you to lose him so young and will keep you all in my prayers. His spirit lives on in Lawry, Cat and Will. Love, Beth
Brian Farley
June 7, 2016
Eternal rest grant unto Larry, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May Larry rest in peace.
Larry Del Santo, Jr - Big brother to all who knew him.
Brian Farley
June 7, 2016
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