Uvaldino Santos, Jr. CMSgt USAF (Ret)

 

Uvaldino Santos, Jr. CMSgt USAF (Ret)

January 4, 1930 – November 17, 2023

Age 93

He served 30 years in the US Air Force (after passing up a chance as a professional baseball player). A veteran of the Korean Conflict Era, Peacetime and served in Da Nang, during the Vietnam Era. He was a great son, brother, father, uncle and grandfather.  As a magician, he entertained many charities, schools and benefits; he served as a coach for the Omaha Golden Gloves Boxing Club.

Following his military career, he became a financial planner for military personnel and medical advocate for senior citizens. His military career was recorded and now  displayed at the Smithsonian Institute. He loved baseball retaining his College World Series seats since 1965. He actively supported many charities supporting the impoverished, abused and elderly. His philanthropy was in helping anyone needing a bit of assistance or change of luck.

Preceded in death by his parents Irene and Uvaldino Santos Sr.; brothers Isidro Santos and Roberto Santos; sister Pauline Santos-Galindo; wife, Doris Santos; and daughter, Valda Santos.

Survived by his brother David Santos (Lupe); daughter Malinda Redman (Mark Villamil); grandchildren Roy Redman IV (Caroline) and Alexa Redman; and many nieces and nephews.

Graveside Service:  Wednesday, December 6, 12:30 p.m., Omaha National Cemetery.

Military Orders by the Offutt Air Force Base Honor Guard.

2 Comments

  • Teresa Santos Posted November 28, 2023 7:23 pm

    I am very sadden to hear of my Uncle’s passing. My prayers go out to his family. He is now joining his wife and daughter. What a celebration they must be having. God Bless

  • Misty Mike Chaney Chuch Hardesty Posted November 29, 2023 7:25 pm

    We are so sorry for your loss. We so loved when your family came to visit us in Cincinnati. Your dad would always make time to take Chuck to the Reds Hall Fame and the Football Hall of Fame. He was so good with the magic tricks. He could entertain us for hours. Love to you and your family in this most difficult time.

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