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for Samuel Savage
Dan
May 7, 2024
Good friend to me. He would back from California to see family plus Go with me to the Clubs. Always had a good time that we shared. Besting to all and know he will be miss.
Ray Rochelle
August 23, 2009
I just recently heard of Red's passing. I knew him only casually through auditions throughout the years and haven't had the opportunity to reconnect recently. Although this is such sad and unexpected news, I felt it necessary to express how much he had helped and touched people's life during his time here on earth. May you dance in the heavens, Red and may we all come together and celebrate your life through your family and friends remembering how special you were to so many others.
Jody Ferguson
July 24, 2009
Dear Red's Loved Ones';
I wanted to send my heartfelt sympathy to you all regarding the loss of red. He was my dance teacher and friend. He was the kind of man that will be missed by all who knew him as any time spent with Red was memorable! He was a great influence on mykids he taught also and myself that he tried to enlighten me with some of his skills. I always enjoyed his honesty, humor, and leadership he had in the class he taught us. You should be very proud of the man that you gave to us, even though his time here too short. I will miss him but he was truly an unforgetable person in my life and for that I thank you and I feel fortunate that he touched my life though too brief. My thoughts and prayers are with you to soon feel the joy of Red in heaven. Love, Jody Ferguson
Allene Gammage, Mother
July 23, 2009
How can we can thanks for the many things you have done for us - words could never express our gratitude. For all that you've done, that you've said to help us take daily steps through this tedious journey, we are greatly appreciative. You really have been our strength, our support and held us up when we were about to fall - what a "stronghold" there is with extended family, friends and community-so much love. If our arms were big enough, we'd embrace all of you at one time and give you the hug of love. Red would have been so very happy for these special moments; I would like to send all the cards, phone calls, e-mails, facebook entries and photos to him at "711 Up In Heaven" - This would surely bring a smile to his face - Thank you so very,very much - The Savage and Gammage family.
Jeanetta McTier
July 23, 2009
“The miracle of connection even when one is far away… the spirit still lingers on. Once touched by the sensitivity, kindness, compassion and utter joy from one’s soul you will never be the same -- if all the gifts were received in truth.”
July 22, 2009
May the peace that only "God" gives be with you all. The service this morning was truly an inspiration! I am very grateful to have found out just who and what "Red" means to so many. I put it in the present tense because, as you all expressed so profoundly, he will always live! The Haneef Family, St Petersburg, FL
Loretta Gilstrap
July 22, 2009
Allene, Just wanted to again express our deepest and sincerest sympathies in the loss of your "Baby" Sam. Please know that we have your entire family in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
The Wells Family-Jessie,Loretta, Sylvia, Verbenia and Linda
Daniel O'Dell
July 21, 2009
Sam
What an inspiration you have been to me and so many of our friends.
You always have such a positive and going forward attitude even in the direst circumstances…
I will always remember the joy that you projected and your zeal for life… Every memory I have of you makes me smile…or laugh. I still remember like it was yesterday how you loved driving my military truck “the U boat land barge” as you called it and the various trips we took in it. I learned so much from you. Knowing you has greatly enriched my life…!
DanO'
Brooke McPhail-Graham
July 21, 2009
Whether in high school, my college days, or in later years; when I heard the name 'Sam Savage' I smiled. It was the kind of smile that made me close my eyes and think back to really great times. I have goosebumps right now just thinking about him. And I'm smiling.
Carlton Hooker Jr.
July 21, 2009
Red.... You were more than a friend, You were like no other, I will always consider you as my brother. Godspeed Sam! I will see you again on the biggest stage of all! The stage that is HEAVEN!
SHIRLEY CUBBY-MOBLEY
July 20, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Allene, Sam's Mother
July 20, 2009
Never, ever in any manner would a mother want to experience the loss of her child - Never, Ever! The Pain, the hurt, the process is overwhelming and a chapter in life we never plan on reading. My tears pour like a river overflowing, I continue to seek strength and understanding. The love we have for my son is like the love God has for each of us. Thanks to each of you for your kind words, acts and deeds; for the part you played in our sons life to make him the individual he was. The power of your prayers are felt and appreciated. The family of Samuel "Red" Savage cannot express our gratitude enough.
Alkrishna Ahmed
July 20, 2009
A star was born illuminating the path of life brightly wherever he went and touching the lives of individuals he met - what a beautifully strong spirit. I recall so often Red's conversations and expressions of love for his family: Allene, his mother; Sam, his dad, Lisa his sister and his big brother Bart. He couldn't wait to get back home for special occasions, bearing gifts. Red's biggest dream was that his family would be proud of him -Be assured Red -God is and so is your family - May the Peace of God embrace his family tightly during this difficult time.
anonymous
July 19, 2009
I have to remind myself that some birds aren't meant to be caged. Their feathers are just too bright. And when they fly away, the part of you that knows it was a sin to lock them up DOES rejoice. Still, the place you live in is that much more empty that they're gone. I guess I just miss my friend.
Sean Murphy
July 19, 2009
I only new Sam for a few years back in high school but what I remember clearly is that Sam was one of those kinds of people who seemed to be able to make lots of friends and get along in any social circle...he was the kind of person we should all aspire to be more like. Sam was always positive and genuine. I can see from the postings here and on FB that after school, wherever Sam went he touched those around him.
Linda Dann
July 18, 2009
To Red's mom~
I thank you for raising such a wonderful son. I am blessed for knowing him and am so grateful for the memories that will remain with me and my children forever. Don't think there was anyone else on this planet who could have convinced me to get back on stage at the age of 40!! except RED! My heart is richer for the experience...
I'll always remember waking up on a Friday morning thinking, "It's Red's class today...WOOHOO!!" "Kids, pack a sack of toys, Uncle Reds teaching today!!" I knew it was gonna be a good day, and it always was! Thanks for bring so much joy to this mom Red! And thank you to Red's mom for giving us such an remarkable man.
Love you forever Red XXXOOO
mitchell bryant
July 18, 2009
Sam, We never know the day or the hour . ..I just used his name in a sermon just two weeks ago. Our prayers are with the family especially Mom. God is too wise to make a mistake and too just to do wrong . . .
Regards,
Mitchell L. Bryant, Pastor
Old Landmark Cathedral
St Petersburg, FL
Kasey McMahon
July 18, 2009
Sam “Red” will always remind me of how precious life is. I met Red in high school, and what I remember most about him was his big smile and contagious laughter. My deepest sympathy to his family, friends, and all who loved him.
Love,
Kasey McMahon
Doug Johnson
July 18, 2009
Samuel "RED" Savage...you are an amazing, creative soul. Years of working together, creating shows, helping create the perfect production for crazy corporate clients..so many stories...WOW!
I thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing all that you had to offer with me, my company, and the audiences we entertained. From Midnight Cowboys, to Entertainment Plus Productions we certainly brought an array of creative to life, and helped thousands have a perfect evening of entertainment.
I know the "dancing man" is still dancing, I know you are still smiling, and giving all you can.
My love and prayers to your family. We were all blessed to have known him. Thank you for sharing him with us in Los Angeles.
May God's peace, love and joy surround us all and remind us as long as we keep telling the stories, Red lives on with us all.
Doug Johnson
Ty Joslyn
July 18, 2009
You always made me laugh and I was always in awe of how much of yourself you poured into your craft. Your talent was wonderful to behold and you will be greatly missed.
Terry Bixler New World Dance
July 18, 2009
You hear "Red's teaching, Red's teaching" and everyone straightens in posture, not out of fear but out of respect and a discipline demanded and well deserved before he even entered the room. In our 10 years as New World Dance, whenever the students needed a good butt kickin', we called Red. When ideas and choreography were running thin two chaotic weeks before our recital, we called Red. When it was time to work, he was on! and when the work was done, I'd turn around and he was gone... yes, like Batman. In charge when necessary and calming when called for, Red was New World royalty. Red was our friend. To a short life well lived, in the absence of your body, our arms are wrapped around a gigantic thank you.
Love you brotha'
Jim Bowman
July 18, 2009
Sam I loved you like a brother. you were and always will be one of my closeset friends. I love you my friend rest in peace. I'm sure you will visit me in my dreams!
Love you always, Torryan Sr., Fran, and Torreon Gammage Family
July 18, 2009
Auntie,
We know there is sorry,
Where laughter once played.
We feel your lingering tears,
that have cause your gladness to fade.
We bring comfort to you today. We ask God to bless you in his loving and caring ways.
Cheryl Scott-Hadley
July 18, 2009
In reading other entries here, it is obvious to me that beyond the few years I knew you, you continued to share your life, love and passion with countless people across the country. When I think about Gibbs H.S. Chorus, Drama or Musical Theatre I have instant images and memories of you. Thank you for sharing your wonderful self with all of us. Keep those angels on their toes!
Doris Farley Munshower
July 17, 2009
May God bless you in this time of loss. Red was a great person with incredable talent. He truly made my high school days more enjoyable.
Roberta Pell-Hamm
July 17, 2009
Real tears are not those that fall from the eyes and cover the face, but those that fall from the heart and cover the soul..
Sam, I am going to miss you! Rest in peace.
Love,
Christine Chavers
July 17, 2009
My deepest condolences to Sam's family and friends. He truly touched the lives of everyone he met. I hope he's choreographing something to perform in the next life! He's probably gotten the angels dancing. The first time I met Sam was in Steve Bayless's office at Gibbs HS when Sam was a freshman. By all rights I probably shouldn't have met Sam at all, because I was there with Donna White just as a visiting Theatre teacher from Miami. Sam burst into the office with his big smile and in his big voice he announced that he wanted to be in the next musical, and if they were choosing one, he wanted it to be one that had a role for him to play! Later in his high school career he would spend Saturdays choreographing with Donna for districts and musicals. Watching him grow, learn and share his talent during his entire high school career was a wonderful experience. His enthusiasm never waned and his passion for performing blossomed. I last saw him at Donna's retirement party and it was as if it had only been a few months since we had seen each other when in actuality it had been many years. Then, as always, he had a big hug, kiss and experiences to share. He left this world too soon, but I guess the Lord needed some entertainment in heaven. Love and sympathy to his family.
Amy Allen
July 17, 2009
Life is so short it is a shame you will never know how many lives you touched . We are all better for knowing an loving you! I know it will be SRO up the there...... You will never be forgotten your memory will dance in OUR hearts forever
C C
July 17, 2009
Sam was a wonderful friend to me and I enjoyed his love of life, he will be truly missed. May god bless you and your family.
Erin Quill
July 17, 2009
Mister Red Savage,
Will miss you until I see you again. Please say hello to Anderson Jones up there for me, two of my favorite men. Will always remember our King and I tour, and all the parties and the last months together. I wish you peace after this long, long journey.
Love,
Missa Erin Quill
Jeff Thomas
July 17, 2009
Break a leg, Sam, wherever you are. You have left us to soon, wishing for yet another curtain call. Take care...
Mike Nava
July 17, 2009
Red, I will miss you so much. I loved being around you and sharing good times. I will miss dancing with you at Scandal and just overall, having fun. I will always remember you saying "kickball change" when you thought something was not featuring! HEHE. You are no longer with us physically but you are with us at heart and in spirit...One more angel looking after me! Love ya Red. XO
Dana Masden
July 17, 2009
Sam was the best dance partner I could have had in high school. I have many fond memories, lots of laughs, shared our tears and joys. Thanks for being a great Fred Astaire; I loved being your Ginger!! Just one more dance... My prayers for peace and comfort during this time
Lisa Goodwin
July 17, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of Red's passing. He was a very talented performer and teacher. He touched many lives and brought beauty into this world with his skill and creativity. May he rest peacefully and may you find comfort in knowing he will be remembered with fondness for all the humor he shared and love he gave generously.
Karla Thompson (Teets)
July 17, 2009
Sam you were the perfect example of letting your light shine for others to see. From "Anything Goes" to "Hot,Hot,Hot" ~ we will remember your dance moves. Always a smile, a hug and a kind word for your friends. Heaven has another Angel in its midst.
In Christ,
July 17, 2009
Sam-well, Your love of teaching is what kept your everyday full and complete...no matter what city,state or country you were in...the dance must go on, the song must go on, the music in you will never die. At peace my friend, my student, my teacher.
Donna White
Carol Thorne
July 17, 2009
The tears flowed immediately upon hearing the news of Red's passing. A wise woman once told me "tears over someone's death honors and is a reflection of their importance and the mark they left on your life". At first I was just a parent of one of his students at La Giselle Dance Studio - later I was fortunate to BECOME one of his students in the "adult morning jazz class". Just thinking about that class makes me smile! He was hard on us (as if he thought we were professionals!) but he was also energetic, enthusiastic, encouraging, and simply...fun! Our annual show numbers were as colorful, creative and entertaining as he was! His stern look and big eyes starring at you when you weren't doing what he wanted could be frustrating...but his big smile made you feel great! We shared the same birthday - kind of made me feel like I knew him just a little better than I should have. Memories will last forever...
Thank you for leaving a special mark on my life...
Carol Thorne
Kimberly Cason-Madgwick
July 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Sam's family and many friends. I had the honor and privilege of knowing Sam throughout high school. Go Gladiators! I remember Sam as being a kind hearted person. He was full of life, love and laughter. I loved watching him on stage. He had a presence that would mesmerize you. And he could make you smile and laugh when you didn't evne want to. His bubbling personality was infectious and I only wish that our friendship went beyond high school. But we all go our separate ways to pursue our dreams....that is what Sam did and I am sure he was happy and successful. Sam will be missed by many and I am blessed and grateful to have known him.
Shari Croteau
July 17, 2009
Those in Heaven have a much bigger smile today, now that a wonderful and very talented young man has joined them. Unfortuately, Heaven's gain, is our tremendous loss. Sam, you will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I just hope they know just how much people care about you!
Ann-Marie Love Bragg
July 17, 2009
Although I haven't seen you in a long time, I will miss you. In my heart will you always were and will be a STAR!! Your shining light has always shone through!!
July 17, 2009
Red,
I am truly and deeply saddened by the loss of such an inspiring dancer/choreographer. I have so many memories of being in class with you, but my fondest was actually getting to dance on stage with you during New Worlds dance show "One". I will never forget the "Proud Mary" days!! For our class, I don't think we could ever say we had more fun performing a dance then we did with that number!! As much as you were loved here, God obviously needed you up there to keep X company...
You will be missed by all of us at LaGiselle/New World Dance.
Love,
Jillian Thorne
Robin Vernold Villarreal
July 17, 2009
Hey Sam, you were such an amazing person to know. Thank you for giving me the chance to know you . You make so many people smile and you will surely be missed by anyone who ever got the chance to know you... :-) XXOO
Brian Bon
July 17, 2009
Love and miss you much. You were such a great and happy friend. Always, Brian Bon
Terry Bartlett (Paulsen)
July 17, 2009
From the first time I met you- hanging around my Mom's class after school at Melrose, to the last time we shared lunch at Biff Burger and my children had the pleasure of meeting you, my life was touched by your constant joy. We shared the stage many times, both at Gibbs and Shenandoah, and always had a blast doing so. But my fondest memories of you are moments like watching the sunrise from Parker Lounge, after a long night of roasting hot dogs by the river. Hurricane parties, road trips, spontaneous dancing and singing, laughing, crying, missing St. Pete together, calling Mom, are a few of the many moments I've been replaying in my head. You will be sorely missed. You touched so many lives and so many hearts! You put so much life into everything you did! Those of us left here will hold you in our hearts until we meet again. Give Mom a hug for me, Tham.
God bless all of Red's family members and friends who are mourning our loss and celebrating his life! And what a life it was!
Steve Kirwan
July 17, 2009
A presence sorely missed and a life well lived. The "social chairman" of every room you entered...your infectious energy planted it's seed among all who crossed your path and the joy and laughter that resulted shall never fade. Until we meet again, my dear friend. Love always, Steve
Watson and Valerie Haynes
July 17, 2009
Know that there are those who share your sorrow in this most difficult time. We will keep you all in our prayers. Watson and Valerie
Cindy Hewett - Smith
July 17, 2009
You will always be remember in our hearts. We have lots of wonderful memories of our years in HS and how you impacted them. Such a talented, wonderful person with a huge heart, gone way too soon. We never know what God has in store for us, but I guess He needed you more than we did here on earth. May God give your family the strength and comfort that they need at this time.
Michelle Hughes-Cartwright
July 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers with your family and friends. You will be missed by all. Thank you for leaving us with great memories.
alysia mallory
July 17, 2009
You will be missed may God continue to keep you in his loving arms. (Valdosta, GA)
John Briggs
July 17, 2009
Red, your life was/is profound. Your interaction with others went straight to the heart-pure love. The world is feeling your life and you are bigger than they know. Red like the color-everywhere. Love, John
Carolyn Darling_poteet
July 17, 2009
The smile that Sam carried is what I will remember most about him! In addition to being a kind heart and soul, he was a talent to be envied. Sam you have been called home too soon, but I know that you are doing good work! God bless you and your family and know that your spirit lives on in each life that you touched!
Tracy Gill
July 17, 2009
Red,
It has been said that "Some people make the world special, just by being in it". You, my friend, were definately one of those people. My ultimate goal in life is to make an impact on everything I do and everyone I touch and leave this world a better place than when I arrived. I would say that you have done that without a doubt. Everyone that has known you would agree that their life was enriched in one way or another thanks to you. You will be missed.
Christina Lavender-McClellan
July 17, 2009
You will forever live on in our hearts and in our memories.
Joanne Bruchez
July 17, 2009
May God bless your family at this most difficult time. Red was a teacher/choreographer at my studio (La Giselle Dance Studio) in Canyon Country California. He came to the studio in the early 1990's and we remained friends ever since. All the students adored him as did I. We had such a wonderful time together and shared MANY laughs. He was a great talent and wonderful friend. Please know that he touched our hearts and INSPIRED many great dancers. His work will live on through them. We are all heartbroken but I know he is dancing in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Joanne Bruchez
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