It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Mario Santamaria of Rex, Georgia, who passed away at the age of 86, on March 12, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank Santamaria and Beatrice Santamaria; his son Mark Santamaria; and his sisters, Lucy Santamaria, Isabella Barbera and Fanny Costa.

He is survived by: his wife Janice Santamaria; his children, Donna Polhemus (Jeff), Diana Curra (John) and Frank Santamaria (Stacy); his sister Theresa Delia; his grandchildren, Jazmin Curra, Jennifer Curra, Mark Polhemus, Samantha Curra, Nicole Polhemus, Gianna Curra, Madilyn Santamaria, Lillian Santamaria and Caroline Santamaria; and his great grandchild Marcus De'Jesus.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the St. Jude Leukemia Society by going to https://www.stjude.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
FORD STEWART FUNERAL HOME INC

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March 13, 2024

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“In loving memory of Mario Santamaria, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Mario will be deeply missed.”

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March 15, 2024

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“Our deepest sympathies to you, Janice, and your entire family. Mario was sich a kind man. You all are in our prayers. May God bless and comfort you with His compassionate Mercy and Love. ~ Mike & Nancy Buchieri”

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Ford-Stewart Funeral Home
2047 Hwy 138 SE, Jonesboro, GA 30237

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St. Philip Benizi
591 Flint River Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30238

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