Arlene Santiago, 54, of Hamden passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 23, 2016 at the Smilow Cancer Hospital/Yale New Haven with her family by her side. Arlene was born in New Haven on November 6, 1961; daughter of Carmen Santiago and the late Miguel Santiago; was an avid reader, game player, enjoyed watching cat videos and home improvement shows but most of all enjoyed her family whom she loved unconditionally. Sister of Miguel Santiago, Jr. (Tita), Yolanda Santiago, Marvin Santiago (Michelle), Sandra L. Dato (Anthony), Lillian Rosa (Ricardo), William Santiago (Maria), Eva Diaz (Heriberto) and Robin Walsh. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and their respected others.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue Friday morning at 11:00. Family and friends may call from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church at 11:30. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Arlene Santiago can be made to the Closer to Free Fund, which jointly supports Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven and Yale Cancer Center.
Our hearts are broken for the passing of Arlene because her time on earth was too short but our hearts also sing because she is now united with our Lord and Savior. May you be comforted by His love and the memories of happy times shared with Arlene.
I am very sorry for the loss of your loved one. she sound like a beautiful person. May your family find comfort in the bibles promise of paradise where there will be no more pain and suffering due to the loss of your loved one, and the hope of being reunited in the future paradise in perfect health. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Revelation 21 : 4 – Psalms 37 : 4,29
Arlene's family,
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Miguel, and had the pleasure of meeting Arlene once at a party. She was so kind to my son. May God bless you all.
Kristen Davey
My condolences for the family, may God bring peace in all of you. Praying…
With much sincere heartfelt condolences to the family, she will be missed by so many and her joyful spirit will forever reside in our hearts. I bid you peace, joy and so much needed rest from all your pain and suffering. We will meet again my friend. Love, Gigi and Sean Martinez
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family for your terrible loss. I only met Arlene one time at Sandy's house and her bright beaming face has never left me. Mike and I have been lifting her up in prayer throughout her battle with cancer. May you find comfort knowing that the Lord has prepared a place for all who are His and loved ones will be united together in Heaven. Cast your burden on the Lord, and He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved. Psalm 55:22
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Mike & I have been praying for Arlene throughout her difficult battle. I only met Arlene once at Sandy's home, but her radiant smile and warm spirit has never left me. May you find comfort knowing the Lord is near to the brokenhearted and He is always there to listen to our cries. There is a blessed sure hope for all who know Him as Lord and Savior that He has prepared a place in Heaven where we shall see Him face to face and be reunited with our loved ones.