Published in the February 5, 2016 edition
MELROSE — Louis D. Santos, 79, of Melrose, died on February 2, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Louis was born in Cambridge to John and Annie (Silva) Santos on September 24, 1936. He was raised in Cambridge and attended Cambridge schools. After high school, Louis joined the National Guard and served honorably for several years.
Louis married Joan M. (O’Hare) Santos and had three children together, and raised them in Melrose.
He co-owned Freeman Carder, an architectural mill, for 20 years before retiring. Louis traveled up and down the East Coast.
He was also an avid Red Sox fan and would always try and make it to as many of his grandsons’ events as possible. He loved hummingbirds; he even built a hummingbird garden and enjoyed watching the birds come and go. Louis’ favorite place to go was his lake house in Ashburnham, MA. He built the lake house with the help of his family, making it a truly unique place that held a special spot in his heart. Out at the lake, Louis enjoyed boating and especially having barbeques for the whole family. He loved his family very much and will be missed greatly.
Louis was the beloved husband of the late Joan M. (O’Hare) Santos. He was the loving companion of Kathleen Bento. He was the caring father of Joseph J. Santos of Andover, Patricia A. Sletterink and her husband Roy of Reading, and Sharon L. Santos of Melrose. He was the cherished grandfather of Andrew and Daniel. He was teh brother of Anna Guida of Cambridge, Elaine Santos of Cambridge, Robert Santos of Mendham, NJ, and his late siblings Joseph Santos, John Santos and Beatrice Poirier. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours were held on Thursday, Feb. 4, rom 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St., Melrose. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Church in Melrose on Friday, Feb. 5, at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice, 178 Savin St., #300, Malden, MA 02148. To leave an online condolence please visit gatelyfh.com.
