Antonio M. Santos, Jr.

Antonio M. Santos, Jr., 67, of N. Providence passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024 after a lengthy illness.

Born in Providence, R.I., he was the eldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Antonio and Alice Santos, and grew up in the Fairlawn section of Pawtucket. He was a graduate of the Pawtucket West High School Class of 1976. 

He is survived by his daughter Shana-Lee Santos of Providence, his brother David Santos of Scotland, Conn., and a large extended family. He will be remembered by his former wife Lori Bradley, and served as a surrogate father to nieces Erin Lariviere of Florida, Kerry Frazee of Warren R.I., Kyla Henderson of Pawtucket, and Alyssia Lenehan of Coventry R.I. He is also survived by his cousins Stephen Dos Santos and Richard Santos of Pawtucket, and nephews Dylan and Griffin Santos. 

He was a lifelong Rhode Island resident who worked for many years at the Trifari Jewelry Company in East Providence, R.I., and was an avid and very knowledgeable sports fan. 

Tony was both a recipient and a registered organ donor.  His close friends and family members are proud of his decision to offer hope to people who need transplants and the families who love them.

Relatives and friends are invited to visitation on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 2-4PM at Bellows Funeral Chapel, 160 River Rd., Lincoln.  Burial will be private.

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