Santina (Licari) Noto, age 64, of Kentwood went home to be with her Lord after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, December 31, 2020 while surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Filippo and Angela Licari. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 31 years, Tony; daughters, Valentina and Ross Addison, Gabriella and Tamer Karadsheh, Nicoletta Noto; grandchildren, Anthony, Rocco, Luciana, Nadia, Amalia; brothers and sisters, Vincenzo and Carol Licari, Rosario and Angela Licari, Rosalia and Calogero Piccione, Giuseppe and Deann Licari, Anthony and Gisella Licari; mother-in-law, Mary Noto; brother-in-law, Tom Noto; sister-in-law, Joann Noto; and many nieces and nephews. Santina will be remembered for her love for her family, her faith in God, and her love of cooking. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, January 5, 11 am at Saint John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming, with Father John Vallier presiding. Please join the family through live streaming of the service, which can be viewed at www.mkdfuneralhome.com by clicking the “Live Streams and Recordings” link at the top right corner of the page. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday, January 4 from 4 - 8 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming with a Rosary Service at 7:30 pm and visitation one hour prior to the funeral Mass on Tuesday. Due to gathering restrictions, there will be a limit on the number of people who may enter the building at a time. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Franciscan Life Process Center, Lori’s Voice, or a charity of one’s choice.
Mass of Christian Burial
Tuesday, January 5
11:00am
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February 10, 2021 4:38pm
Noto family you have tmy deepest condolences
- Josette Luna
January 18, 2021 9:46pm
Tony and family
So sorry about the loss of your wife. I know she will be missed. My thoughts are with you
Love Steve Pell
- Steve Pell
January 14, 2021 1:04pm
My mom and I send our love and prayers to you Gabriella, Valentina, Nicoletta, Tony, Mary and the entire family. My mom is so grateful to have had Santina in her life for so many years. Santina always took special care of my mom; she was a gift to my mom’s life, and my mom felt part of your lives as she watched you kids grow up and mature into beautiful, talented young women. Santina fought a noble battle, and I never saw her without a smile on her face when we walked into the salon...and she always put a smile on mine. May the wonderful memories outweigh your sadness. We both will miss her very much.
- Ruth and Jere Sedam
January 10, 2021 8:10pm
Dear Tony and family, we want you to know how very sorry we are for your loss. Sending love and hugs and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
- Michael & Kathryn Figueroa
January 08, 2021 12:23pm
Dear Tony and family,
We are so sorry to read off the passing of your beautiful wife. I don’t believe we met her but reading what others have written and knowing your kind and generous heart, I do believe she was an Angel to many. Your kindness to our grandsons and other children with disabilities holds a top place in my heart. So, dear friend, our prayers and love.
Bruce and Nancy Baum
- Nancy &Bruce; Baum
January 07, 2021 12:30pm
The Noto family is in our prayers over the loss of such a wonderful woman. Your family has blessed our community is so many ways.
-Suzi Furtwangler, Principal of Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
- Susan Furtwangler
January 06, 2021 9:55pm
Tony, I am so sorry for the loss of your precious wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family (I apologize for the misspelling of prior message)
- Darva Berkompas
January 06, 2021 9:52pm
Tony, I am so sorry for the loss of your previous wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
- Darva Berkompas
January 06, 2021 10:41am
Tony, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ken Peirce
- Ken Peirce
January 05, 2021 11:47am
Tony . . my prayers will be with your family during this sad time.
- Sue Edema
January 05, 2021 11:17am
Praying for strength and comfort during these challenging times for Tony and the family. Its tough to see it at the time, but God's plan is in His time and is perfect.
- Ed Bueche
January 05, 2021 9:57am
Vonnie and I are so sad to here of Santina's passing. We are keeping your entire family in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace and God's grace.
- Rick Reuther
January 05, 2021 7:36am
My deepest condolences to the Tony Noto family. Santina was a beautiful soul and faithful servant. Rest in peace beautiful lady.
- Janet Dusendang
January 04, 2021 8:21pm
Dear Tony and family, my deepest condolences for the loss of your amazing wife, mother and grandmother. I loved Santina and her kindness and the loving way she cared about everyone she met. She was a beautiful lady both inside and out. I will always remember the sparkle in her eyes and her beautiful smile. She will be in my heart forever. You and your family are in my prayers.
Jenni Argetsinger
- Jenni Argetsinger
January 04, 2021 6:42pm
To the entire Noto/Licari family. We are heartbroken and so sorry for your loss. Santina was one of a kind. I have such fond memories of her when she worked at Russo's. Such a warm smile, genuine kindness, great sense of fashion and more. I really looked up to her. Keeping you all close in our thoughts and prayers. Mike and Angela (Martorana) Jackie Russo and family
- Angela P White
January 04, 2021 6:39pm
Our deepest condolences for Santina's passing. May God ease your grief and grant you comfort during this difficult time.
- Salvatore Tinervia and Family
January 04, 2021 5:32pm
Dear Tony and the girls and the entire Licari and Noto family, our hearts are broken over the loss of Santina. She was special in too many ways. We will be joining the luce stream tomorrow in order to give your e tended families the honor to be with Santina one last time. Our prayers are with you
- Joe and Angela Polizzi
January 04, 2021 2:56pm
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Santina. Her kindness and love for family always stood out. My condolences to the entire family
- Julia Hauter
January 04, 2021 12:38pm
I am so very sorry ,Tony!
- Sharon Kelly
January 04, 2021 12:50am
I’m so sorry to hear about Santina’s passing! I reconnected with Santina over Facebook! I worked with her many years ago at Russo’s in Breton Village! She was the ultimate family person even in her youth! My sincere sympathy!
- Janet Schwallier
January 03, 2021 9:07pm
Deepest sympathy for your loss Tony, Valentina, Gabriella, Nicoletta and the Noto family. Santina's warmth, graciousness and her ability to make everyone she met feel like family is outshined by none. I will forever remember her kindness and gifts to my family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
- Debbie VanderWeyden
January 03, 2021 8:16pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of The Noto Family! Tom and Margaret La Huis
- Margaret La Huis
January 03, 2021 4:34pm
Tony and family I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Santina. My heartfelt sympathy. May the Lord hold you close and give you strength and comfort. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
- Jane Neumeg
January 03, 2021 2:30pm
Tony and family. Sending prayers for your family and hoping the many happy memories will bring you comfort.
- Karen & Dick Olszewski
January 03, 2021 12:04pm
Tony, Valentina, Gabriella, Nicoletta and family, I can only imagine the love and joy as Santina was welcomed to her heavenly home by the angels and all the saints. She is now living in the presence of almighty God and seeing the beautiful face of Jesus. May you all feel God's comfort, peace and strength in your lives every day. With prayers and in His name, Helen Teliczan
- Helen Teliczan
January 03, 2021 9:29am
Deepest sympathies for your loss. Sending prayers of love and healing to the family.
- Deborah Dufour
January 03, 2021 9:28am
Deepest sympathies for your loss. Sending prayers of love and healing to the family. ❤️🙏🏻
- Deborah Dufour
January 03, 2021 9:06am
To the entire Noto family: Our prayers and condolences to you all. May God grant you all peace and comfort from the loss of such a wonderful Mother, Wife, Sister and Friend to so many. Santina will be missed in too many ways to count.
- Lynnette, Dan, Christina & Ashley Brown
January 03, 2021 7:20am
I was blessed to know Santina when I taught all three of her daughters. She was beautiful, she was kind, and she was witty. Above all she was dedicated to her family which was evident in everything. My deepest condolences to Tony, Valentina, Gabriella, and Nicoletta.
- Larinda Olds
January 02, 2021 11:53pm
My deepest sympathy and love for your loss of Santina. Her family and all who loved her will be in my thoughts and prayers.
- Kathy Bogart (Julie Bogart's mother-in-law)
January 02, 2021 5:12pm
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Santina. She was a real angel.
John F Russo and Family
- John Russo
January 02, 2021 3:17pm
Rest in Heaven my sister! I was blessed to be able to spend time with you and your family recently. Although we don’t always know the “Why”, I do know what she brought to the lives of those who had the privilege to be in her presence. Now her spirit lives forever and her family is evidence of her greatness.
- Carmen Majors
January 02, 2021 3:16pm
Tony & the entire Noto/Licari Family- I’m so sorry to hear about Santina. She was an amazing person, a great hairstylist & the many other roles she played in life! My heart goes out to you all. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. May the unending love of our Father God surround you and comfort you right now!
- Linda (Riccobono) Huls
January 01, 2021 9:23pm
Dear Tony, Valentina, Gabriella, Nicoletta and the Noto family, our deepest condolences for the loss of an amazing woman. We felt prevailed to know Santina and share joyous occasions with the family. She was one of the kindest and warmest individuals we have known. May her memory be eternal and may she rest in peace.
Raed & Maysoun Karadsheh
- Raed karadsheh
January 01, 2021 7:35pm
Dear Tony, Valentina, Gabriella, Nicoletta and the Noto family,
I am so sorry for your loss...the world lost a wonderful woman. I will never forget Santina's wonderful smile and her laugh. She always made everything fun and everyone feel like family. I'm glad I got to know her and I will keep you all in my thoughts.
Fondly,
Wendy LaMothe
- Wendy LaMothe
January 01, 2021 3:30pm
Dear Tony and family, we are so sorry for your loss. May Our Lord and God give your family peace and the comfort of love only he can provide.
- Chas and Marcia Schaner
January 01, 2021 1:18pm
I am so sorry that spell check changed Santina in our note to Sabrina. Tony you are in our prayers.
- Anthony & Sue Licata
January 01, 2021 1:14pm
Tony, Mary and family, we send our deepest sympathies. Sabrina always made us feel welcome at your restaurant and was so proud of your girls. You will be in our prayers.
- Anthony & Sue Licata
January 01, 2021 1:00pm
Tony and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Santina passing. She was a strong loving Italian woman. Adored her family, Always smiling. This is what I will remember. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
- Kathy Russo Miller
January 01, 2021 11:55am
Tony and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Santina! She fought so hard!
Mike and Ben Schmidt
- Mike Schmidt
January 01, 2021 10:41am
Tony and family. We’re so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John Diane Stacy Julie Sara Zbikowski
- John Zbikowski
January 01, 2021 8:26am
We are so saddened to hear this. She was always such a joy to everyone. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!
The Carpenter Family
- Barbara Carpenter
January 01, 2021 7:35am
Tony, girls and Noto family: Our heartfelt condolences are with you.
- Dick and Mary Wachter
- Richard Wachter
January 01, 2021 7:26am
Tony, and family. Amy and I have you all in our thoughts & prayers
- Rod & Amy Hathaway
January 01, 2021 5:08am
Tony e famiglia. Le semplici parole non vi potranno dare mai la rassegnazione per la perdita della vostra amata Santina, la sentirete sempre vicino. Pregherò per la sua anima e per tutti voi .Sentite condoglianze Giusy La Licata
- Giusy Donato La Licata
December 31, 2020 10:49pm
Tony, the girls. grandkids and family.
My heart is in pain tonight to hear about the passing of Santina. May God be with you and your family. If there is anything that I can do, just let me know.
- Chef O
December 31, 2020 10:02pm
Tony and family -
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your wife and mom Santina. May God console you, bless you and keep you safe.
- Dennis and Nancy Shippy
December 31, 2020 7:56pm
Tony and Cousins:
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. My cousin, Santina, fought so hard, and finally lost her battle with such a devastating disease. I remember the day we picked her up at the airport, such a young, sweet girl. Love and prayers to all, and never forget what a warrior she was.
Your Cousin, Maryanne
- Maryanne (Guerriero)) Millerd
December 31, 2020 7:45pm
Tony, family and friends, words are so lacking during these times and cannot begin to ease your heartache but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers! Hugs to all.
- Mark and Jan Poupard
