Santos grew up in Venice, CA where he played little league baseball with his brother Robert and graduated from Venice High School and enlisted into the Army with his best friend Jimmy Zazueta.
He served his country during the Vietnam War in the 101st Airborne Division. Santos was injured and was awarded the Purple Heart.
He worked in construction most of his life and he coached pop warner football on his spare time. He enjoyed playing bones, cards, pool and spending time with his family.
Santos joins his Mother Bertha, Father Santos Sr, Brother Robert & Son David at his final resting place at our Holy Cross Cemetery.
Santos is survived by his Sister Diana, daughter Tava & three Sons, Michael, Jason & Andrew as well as 9 grandchildren.