DENISE MICHELLE SANTONI, of Moose Jaw, passed away peacefully at Chateau St. Michael's in Moose Jaw, SK on Friday, August 11, 2023 at the age of 54 years. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend.

Denise is survived by her husband Michael Santoni; mother Maureen Paice; children Taylor Budd (Alex), Kelsey Paton, Ava, Vivviana, and Danilo Santoni; brothers Roddy and Derick, best friend Donna Paul; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.  

She is predeceased by her father Gordon Paice; grandparents Gerald and Martha Johnson, Jack and Bessie Paice; uncle Howie Paice; and father and mother-in-law, Danny and Barb Santoni.

Occupational Therapy was Denise's profession, but also her vocation. "If this is all you've got, what can we do with it?" and "What do YOU need to achieve?" were two mantras that lead her through life. Denise relocated to Lethbridge in October of 2022 as part of her role as the Director of Allied Health for Southern Alberta. In this position, she was able to reach many people and make positive impacts in many areas of AHS. She was also an active member of her childrens' school and sport/activity management boards and used her professional skills to benefit her community often.

Denise remained in Lethbridge until recently, when she decided to come back home to Moose Jaw in April 2023, after being diagnosed with MSA (Multiple System Atrophy), in June 2022.

She was surrounded by many friends and family here until her final days. Denise bravely made the choice to contact Medical Assistance in Dying and she died peacefully and with dignity.

She will be forever remembered in our hearts as the strong, courageous, and especially kind women she was.  

Denise will always be remembered for her contagious laugh that could fill up a room.

A Celebration of Denise's Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 - 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., with a short service at 3:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Denise's name may be made to Parkinson Canada Donate - Parkinson Canada, 4211 Yonge St #316, North York, ON M2P 2A9 or the Alzheimer Society Donate Now! (etapestry.com), 301-2550-12th Avenue Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 3X1.