Santa Trinca Obituary
The family of Santa Trinca of Auburn, New York announces her passing on September 29, 2026. Santa, born on April 25, 1928, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Santa Trinca or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Nicholas Giannettino and Frances Giannettino; her husband Saverio "Sam" Trinca; her siblings, Pat, Josephine, Joe, Tony, Sam, Mamie, Mary and Bernadette; her granddaughter Rishanna Wellington; and her great grandchild Nathaniel Trinca.
She is survived by: her children, David Trinca (Jeanne) and Debbie Wellington (Richard); her grandchildren, Brian Trinca (Rachel), Aimee VanDusen (John), Andrea Carroll (Donovan) and Michala Wellington; her great grandchildren, Zoë, Gabriel, Jameson, Jaxson, Malik, Amir, Elaina, Payton, Colton and Dawson; and her great great grandchild Ashton. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Pettigrass Funeral Home (196 Genesee St, Auburn, NY 13021). A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Sacred Heart Church (90 Melrose Rd, Auburn, NY 13021).
