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Santos Medina Obituary
Medina, Santos C. 1944--2008 On Tuesday evening, February 12, 2008, Santos C. Medina passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family after many years of living with diabetes. Santos was born on August 10, 1944, In San Antonio Texas on Lambert Street. He was 63. He will be missed by his family and friends who treasured him, but until we meet again, his beautiful memories will be locked in the hearts of those he loved and left behind. Born to Joe and Frances Medina, Santos was the fifth of twelve children and was named after his mother's father, Santos Castanuela. As a boy he attended St. Phillip's of Jesus Catholic School and then Brackenridge High School. Santos had a great sense of humor and was also very competitive, aggressive and daring. He also served in the Army stationed in Germany for 2 years. After the service, Santos married his wife Josie and moved to Chicago Illinois where he raised his family. He worked as one of the finest members of the Chicago Police Department. Santos received his BA in Education and a Masters in Law Enforcement from the University of Chicago. He also received many promotions, recognitions and awards before retiring as a Chicago Police Sergeant and moving back to his beloved home town San Antonio Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Joe R. Medina, two brothers Joe R. Medina Jr. and Ralph C. Medina. He is survived by his wife Josie Medina, his three children, Isabel, Michelle and Santos Medina Jr. and grandchildren James (Melissa) Craig III, Janet Sonntag, Jason Lee Craig, Jeffery Sonntag, Rachel (Michael) Donahue, Tristan Medina, Daniel Nunez and Sarah Michelle Craig, great granchildren, Gabriela Adamovitz, Gino, James IV, Alex and Rourke Craig and Aiden Matteo Sonntag. He is also survived by all his brothers and sisters numerous in-laws, nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends in San Antonio and in Chicago. The family of Santos Medina requests a private funeral service. A Memorial mass will be held on a later date in Chicago. 
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Don Richardson
February 25, 2008
My sincere apologies to Josie for not having made contact in Sonny's last days. Sonny was the best friend and partner a guy could ever hope to have. I miss him terribly. My heartfelt condolences to all the family. I know Sonny tried to ease the pain of all those near and dear to him as his last moments approached... that was his way. You all continue to be forever in my prayers. Don
Felicitaz Cardena
February 17, 2008
My heart felt condolences and prayers to his family, and to all of us who had the joy of having sonny touch our lives our hearts and our memories. It's not what you take with you when you leave this world behind you. It's what you leave behind you when you go.
Patty Resendez
February 15, 2008
Frances I was sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Sheila Martinez
February 15, 2008
I am sadden for your loss of a wonderful father, husband and brother. He will be truly missed by everyone. Love Sheila Ann
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Terri Ramirez
February 15, 2008
My condolences Elida, I didn't know your brother but per the description he was a good person. My sympathy to you and your family.
Terri Ramirez
Customer Service- City of San Antonio
Rachel Rangel
February 14, 2008
Rosario, Lela
I'm sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the good memories you have with your brother. You and your family are in my prayers.
With Sympathy,
Rachel
Sheila Martinez
February 14, 2008
So sorry for your loss of a husband and father. He will always be remembed in my heart as a funny caring uncle. My parents are lucky they have him with them. So sorry I was not able to attend Love and Kisses
Sheila Ann
Nardy Lozano
February 14, 2008
My Condolences to Josie Medina and the rest of the Medina Family..I am terribly sorry on your loss..I am going to miss him very much...from Nardy and Josie Lozano
Margie Encino
February 14, 2008
Lila and family, our prayers and thoughts are with you, Michael, Adam and family in your time of grief. Love, Margie, Jerry, and Valerie Encino
Alvaro Arguello
February 14, 2008
Dolores,
Please except and extend, to your family, my deepest and most heartfelt condolences.
Anna Galimore
February 14, 2008
Lila:
I am saddened by the news of your brother's death. He sounded like a great person and I know he will be missed. Please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this time of grief for you.
Love,
Anna
STELLA ORTIZ
February 14, 2008
our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow. although we are not there we share your grief.he will live on in good memories and talks of times that use to be, as thats all we now are left with. love to all of you, LOVE STELLA AND JUNOR ORTIZ
norma jean vargas
February 14, 2008
i meet santos last year at his sisters lila house(lila is like a sister to me, we have been friends since kinder, and we are still there for each other) at a gathering
santos was a very funny guy i really like him god rest his soul, and peace and god bless the entire family.
AMPARO ARRIAGA
February 14, 2008
My heart goes out to you (Lila) and your family, may God give you strength and comfort through this difficult time... God Bless You
Paty Zamora
February 14, 2008
Our deepest and most sincerely heartfelt condolences to Elida Perera & Mr. Medina's immediate and extended family. Elida, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you've been pretty upset about his condition. We are here for you if you need anything, please let us know. Take care.
Sincerely,
Paty & DSD IT Group (Ralph & Jeff)
Rolando Maldonado
February 14, 2008
He will sing ,walk and run in the land of the Lord of lords and King of Kings.
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