TERMINI - Salvatore R. "Rudy"
July 25, 2020, age 97. Beloved husband of 66 years to Santa M. "Sandy" Termini; loving father of Diane (Gregory McSweeney) Termini, Thomas Termini and Christine Termini; dear grandfather of Samantha and Bryan; predeceased by four brothers and two sisters; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, 11:30 AM at Christ the King Church, 30 Lamarck Dr., Amherst, NY 14226. Please assemble at church. Facial covering will be required for Mass attendance. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo or Canisius High School in Salvatore's memory. Arrangements by DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online condolences may be shared at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

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Published by Buffalo News on Jul. 29, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Salvatore TERMINI

10 Entries

Ken Sakatani/Candy Forest

July 23, 2022

Sending our prayers and blessings for the Termini family

Nate Cox

August 5, 2020

To Mrs. Termini and Family.
I only just found out about Sals passing and I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Sal kept me entertained day in and day out at the JCC. We shared stories and jokes whenever we crossed paths and he would always stop and chat because As he said “I like that your voice is as big as you are” ...being 6’1” 350 you can imagine that he could always hear me loud and clear
He always gave me his own little tricks and tips to life that I will always hold dear to my heart!
“Motion is lotion
If you don’t move it, you lose it.
When you rest you rust!”
Sal was my buddy and always put a smile on my face even through my own ups and downs.
I missed his presence these last few months and he was never far from my thoughts hoping I would see him strolling through the J sooner then later. I am so happy for the time I did get with him on his last few visits before we closed down and I will miss him dearly.

You are all in my prayers, god bless and Cheers to one of the good ones!

-Big Nate

Pablo Ortiz

August 1, 2020

To Mrs. Termini, Diane, Christine and my dear friend Tom; Please know how saddened I am for your loss. I'll never forget how as a family, you were always so kind and welcoming to me. In recalling the time long ago when we first met, I remember fondly how Mr. Termini always took the time to share a story, a memory from the past, or sometimes a piece of wisdom. Today, as I reflect upon this memory of him, I realize that what mattered even more than the actual story was that he made me feel important enough to relate it to. It's this rare quality that I'll remember most about him. I hope that the sorrow you feel today is replaced by the good memories of his life well-lived. My best to you all.

Ken and Candy Sakatani

July 31, 2020

As good friends of Salvatore Termini's daughter, Diane (Termini) McSweeney, we had the privilege of meeting Mr Termini when he and Mrs. Termini visited San Francisco, and knew him as a sweet and humorous father to Diane. Please accept our condolences, sympathies and prayers on his passing.

Sandy (Stoeckert) Carr

July 31, 2020

Dear Mrs. Termini, Diane, Tom, and Christine,
I am so sorry to hear of your husband's and dad's passing! He was a wonderful guy! Funny, kind, and wise, I always enjoyed being in his company. My heartfelt condolences.

michael termini

July 30, 2020

Dear Sandy, Diane, Tom, and Christine, We are all sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Michael, Sharon, Lindsey, Ashley

Phil Stevens

July 30, 2020

A very friendly fellow with whom I shared the JCC's fitness facilities for many years. I and many others will miss him.

James F Duggan

July 29, 2020

Sal was "Mr. JCC". Everyone at the gym knew him and listened to his many stories. He and I had a kinship in that we both worked for the Buffalo Board of Education and he would regularly regale me with stories of the days of yore. He knew everyone and typically had an anecdote to share. He prided himself on his family and his good health. Though I hadn't seen him in the months leading up to the pandemic, I had learned that he probably would not be returning. I suspect that he has found his many pals, arranged for a few good card games and taught an unsuspecting upstart the nuances of racketball - the game he loved. May his family be consoled by the memory of a man who loved life and willingly shared his with any who would listen.

Salli Tulumello

July 29, 2020

In loving memory of my Uncle Sam. So sorry we can't be there, with family, to celebrate your life well lived.

Deb Flynn

July 29, 2020

Dear Sandy, Diane, Tom and Christine,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Sal....always quick with a joke and a warm handshake. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Warm regards,
Deb

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