Santos, Daniel, C., 61, of Lottie Drive, Riverside, died peacefully on November 17, 2012. He was the beloved husband of Karen (Thurber) Santos.

Born in Providence, a son of the late Antone and Mary (Martin) Santos, he lived in Riverside for 53 years.

Mr. Santos was a communicant of St. Brendan Church. A handyman, he enjoyed restoring electronic equipment, running and science fiction entertainment. He was a United States Marine Corp Veteran serving during Vietnam.

Besides his wife of 19 years, he is survived by two daughters; Regan L. Potrzeba of Riverside and Christine M. Whitehead of Riverside, a granddaughter; Hayley M. Bourgault of Riverside and two brothers; Dennis Santos and Frank Santos, both of Riverside. He was the brother of the late Priscilla Folco, George, Roger and Ronald Santos.

His funeral will be held on Wednesday November 21, 2012 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 8 am with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside at 10 am. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. Calling hours are Wednesday morning 8-9 am.

Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Daniel’s memory to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI, 02904 would be deeply appreciated.