Eugene Santos Obituary

Dear Yvonne & family,
I share your sadness over the loss of Mr Santos. So vividly, I can still see him at the
Maybank tennis courts always smiling, joking
with his partners, enjoying a friendly game and loving life. In particular, I recall a round robin
event long ago during which he had the misfortune of having me as a partner for several games. I had just begun playing tennis again after 20 years & felt completely inept. I was astounded & grateful for his patience, utmost kindness & good natured support. His encouragement gave me the confidence to finish out that day. Just a beautiful, indelible
memory. Within a very few minutes I witnessed the example of a gentleman. a great sport & a fine friend to all. Bless his exuberant spirit.

Margaret Bumgartner

My condolences to the family. I couldn’t help but think back to the Thanksgiving when Mr. Gene and Christopher fried their first turkey, and in the process nearly burned the screened porch down! He always had a smile and a kind word anytime I saw him!

Big Gene was an awesome host for so many of the Santos/Blanchard family reunions. Always had that infectious smile and laugh to greet everyone. Will be missed dearly by family and friends.

Ms. Yvonne and Santos family, So very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Gene. Enjoyed many fun memories with him. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Mr. Santos was a quick witted and kind man. I have fond memories of him many years ago when I was in school with his son Chris. Your family treasured you, and how wonderful you and Mrs. Santos had so many years together. Prayers of comfort and peace sent to the family at this time of great loss. You made a mark.

I met gene on the clay courts, Ed swabe and l play doubles for 20 years. Gene was a very good player. He had a drop shot that you could not get to, believed many times, I tried. It was alway great to play with or a gained him. He never changed always a gentleman. I will miss him and the great times, we shared on the courts. Rip

To Yvonne and family,
My deepest condolences to all of you with Gene's passing. The pain of losing a loved one is difficult but now he is with his beloved Shavon and Jesus. I lost Gary May 17 to cancer so I know what you all are going thru. I used to love teasing with Gene when I worked in the office for Yvonne. I gave him a plaque once for Christmas that said "what is said in this garage stays in this garage." That's where you could find him in his garage office. Love to all.

I am deeply saddened to hear of Gene's death and extend sincere condolences to Yvonne and the entire family at this most difficult of times.
Gene was a very special and dear friend to so many people, and made every one He met feel comfortable in his company.
I especially enjoyed the many times we got to meet at Tybee and reflect on our mutual friends, the Benedictine monks of Belmont Abbey who taught both of us, and His brother Jack who was in my class for a too brief year at the Abbey College. Gene will be sorely missed by by all who came his way, but I know you are comforted in the sure and certain belief that He has passed through death to life with our Blessed Lord and Mary Immaculate forever. With Love, Jack

Tricia, Ryan and I are sorry for your family's loss and know you have lots of good memories to recall about your Dad. May you all be blessed by having such a loving Father.
Ryan has been President of the Alumni Group at Belmont Abbey where your Father will be remembered too.

Dear Yvonne and family,
I was saddened to learn of Gene’s passing. He was such a nice, intelligent, humorous gentleman, and engaging in conversation with him was truly delightful. May his memory bring you happiness even as you grieve your great loss. Be strengthened and comforted in knowing that you will be with Gene again. May God bless you.
Annette Cox

Uncle Gene, Greg and I will miss our time together talking about our family history, tennis and many other things. We love you very much. I regret that I never got you to teach me that famous drop shot! Love you so much.

Yvonne, please accept my condolences . Ed Bernard

Uncle Gene was always a highlight in my life. Loved seeing him at annual Santos reunions and enjoying his wonderful laugh. Always in my heart Uncle Gene.