Francis P. Santarelli

Francis P. Santarelli, 90, of Girard, passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. Francis was born August 21, 1926 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of John and Frances (Caruso) Santarelli. He retired as a truck driver and had worked for Commerical Motor Freight and Norwalk Trucking Co. Francis was a member of St. Rose Church and was a Navy veteran serving his country during WWII. He enjoyed bowling, and bowled for many leagues though out his life. Francis also enjoyed fishing and had many fishing trips to Canada and was an avid Nascar fan, and especially was a fan of Jeff Gordon. Francis was also enjoyed his daily visits with his friends to Jib Jab in Girard. He leaves to cherish his memory his children, Gary (Beth) Santarelli of Richardson, Texas and Tina (Donald) Stevens of Girard, brothers; Bob (Patricia) Santarelli and Don (Rosie) Santarelli, both of Youngstown, his grandchildren; Christian, Mathew, Devin, Jeana and Layton and great-grandchildren; Easton, Landon, Capri, and was anticipating the arrival of Aviana. He is preceded in death by his wife, Jean L. (Lariccia) Santarelli, who died on February 4, 2016 and his brothers, John and Joseph Santarelli.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, June 26th, 11:30 AM at St. Rose Church, where the family will receive relatives and friends from 10:30 AM until the time of service. Visit www.blackstonefuneralhome.com to view this obituary and to send any condolences to the family.