Obituary of Jose Manuel (Che) Santana

José Manuel (Che) Santana, 67 years old of Palm Bay FL, passed away December 1, 2022 in Palm Bay.

José Manuel Santana was born September 26, 1955 in Carlos Díaz, Dominican Republic, to Miguel Angel Santana and Rosalia López. He was a devout catholic and enjoyed family gatherings and spending time with his ten grandchildren.

José, lovingly known as Che, leaves behind his wife, Elsa Santana, of 43 years. Three children; Rosalba Santana, Christina Rodríguez married to José Luis Rodríguez, and José Miguel Santana married to Jennifer Smith. He was a loving grandfather to ten grandchildren; Katheryn Rose, Luis José, Laura Esperanza, José Gabriel, Josué Manuel, Juan Luis, Kameryn Marie, Colin Miguel, Christian Emmanuel, and Carson Mateo.

Calling hours will be held Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Ammen Funeral Home 1001 Hickory St. Melbourne FL 32901.

A funeral mass will be held Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Our Lady of Lourdes at 10:00 am at 1710 Hickory St. Melbourne FL 32901.