Christine Santacroce

Christine "Tina" Santacroce (Zeoli), 81, a woman of profound faith, selflessness, and enduring love, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026. For over 50 years, Hanover, Massachusetts was her home and the heart of her family life.

Born and raised in Weymouth, Massachusetts, Tina was the cherished daughter of the late Guido F. and Barbara A. (Cunniff) Zeoli. She graduated from Weymouth High School with the Class of 1963 before continuing her education at the prestigious Katherine Gibbs School in Boston.

Tina’s career was as diverse as it was impactful, driven by her sharp intellect and desire to serve. Early in her professional journey, she worked for the Department of Defense in Washington, D.C., later transitioning back home to the Department of Defense in Boston. She also served as the secretary to the registrar at Curry College. Later in life, she became a familiar, welcoming face to her community, spending 14 years in customer service at the Hanover Mall.

Above all, Tina’s life was anchored by her unwavering faith in God and her deep love for people. She was incredibly selfless, consistently putting the needs of others before her own. This beautiful spirit exuded to everyone she encountered and became the very backbone of her family. She shared an incredibly close, lifelong bond with both her family and her dear friends, always remaining a pillar of support, wisdom, and warmth in their lives. Guided by her calling, she worked with Jim Purtell Ministries in Hanover. In 1995, alongside her late husband, Joseph, she co-founded Canaan Ministries, a 501(c)(3) evangelistic organization. Together, they spent a decade hosting seminars, sharing their faith, and touching countless lives.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Santacroce, and her brother, Raymond F. Zeoli.

Tina’s legacy of love lives on through her family. She is survived by her devoted children, Barbara Santacroce of Hanover, MA, and Steven Santacroce of St. Petersburg, FL. She also leaves behind her sister-in-law, Maureen Zeoli of Bridgewater, MA, as well as several beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and a community deeply impacted by her kindness.

Visiting hours will be held at Sullivan Funeral Home, 551 Washington St. (Route 53), Hanover on Monday, November 16th from 7:30am to 8:30am followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated at Our Lady of the Angels Parish - St. Mary's Church, 392 Hanover St., Hanover. Burial will be at Hanover Center Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Christine’s name to: American Cancer Society https://raiseyourway.donordrive.com/campaigns/In-Loving-Memory-of-Christine-M-Santacroce