Lucy (Leone) Santoro, 86 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 21, 2023. She was born in Manchester, NY (little Italy as she called it) on December 12, 1936 to Rose and Salvatore Leone. She is predeceased in death by her husband, Pat Santoro.
She is survived by her son, Mark (Karla) Santoro of Stanley, NY, daughters Diane (Todd) Ford of St. Augustine, FL, and Linda (Keith) Peter of Mendon, NY along with six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Lucy was a longtime volunteer at St. Patrick’s Church, Serenity House and helped many of her friends and neighbors throughout her life. She enjoyed gardening, reading, and spending time with family and friends. A life-long resident of Victor, you would often see her walking along Maple Avenue with her dog Benji.
The family would like to give special thanks to The Friendly Home (Lindsay Place) staff who cared for her in her final months.
Calling hours will be on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 from 11:00am-1:00pm at Jarmusz Cotton Funeral Home, 26 Maple Avenue, Victor, NY, and a celebration of life gathering from 2:00pm-5:00pm at the MaryFrances Bluebird Haven, 235 County Road 9, Victor, NY. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory can be made online to the Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong, Rochester, NY 14627.
Linda & Family, I have had the privilege to know both your parents since Linda and I became friends in HS. Your home was always so welcoming and warm by your mom and dad, who I always loved dearly. On each occasion one or both would be outside in the gardens around the house, or something smelled delicious in the kitchen. Of course back then we came and went just as fast as we possibly could!! Your Mom had a lot of spunk to her, always saying what she felt and I loved that about her!! I know you will dearly miss her and your daily visits Linda, but as per our last conversation watching her decline is not for the faint hearted. She is once again with her love ❤️ your dad and at peace. Remember all the Beautiful Memories, Wonderful Times, and Family Traditions that she gave to you through her time with you they are so incredibly precious. My love to you all.
My favorite family in victor. Their home so inviting. Their couch used several times for a friend to sleep on. Oh that wine in the basement ……. And i dont drink wine. The santoro sisters, what can i say. Special to my heart. Will always have lucy and pat in my heart and thoughts. Smile they had a great life and will continue that in heaven
Mark, Diane, and Linda: Our deepest condolences for your loss. Remembering your mother and father well.