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Tommy was a dear friend and almost a family member. My grandfather Jimmy Avon taught him to box. He spent
July 08, 2018
Parma, Ohio
SALEM THOMAS "Tommy" SALEM, age 82 of Independence; Tommy was married to Dr. Dorothy Salem and is father of three grown daughters, Kelle, Beth, and Jennifer, grandfather of six and five great-grandchildren. At age seventeen, Salem turned pro fighting in the featherweight and lightweight...
Read MoreTommy was a dear friend and almost a family member. My grandfather Jimmy Avon taught him to box. He spent
July 08, 2018
Dear Dorothy and family,
I just found out today that Tommy had passed away. My deepest sympathies to you! He was a good, and decent man, and I am happy that our paths crossed, in life's journey.
Brad Foster
October 06, 2015 | Cleveland, OH
He will loved and remembered forever.
Jennifer Quellos
September 11, 2015 | South Euclid, OH
He will be loved & remembered forever.
Jennifer Quellos
September 11, 2015 | South Euclid, OH
I met Tommy in 1953 in Japan when we were both serving in the army . We became friends, and I last saw him when he came to Chicago for a fight. He and I, along with his manager, had a dinner. He invited me to the stadium for the fight.
Today I thought about him and decided to do an internet search, only to sadly learn of his passing. I'll fondly remember our time together in the 7th Cav.Regt. His excellent coaching of the boxing team.
My sincere condolences to his family.
Norman Bacon
September 07, 2015 | Naperville, IL
Dear Dorothy and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to the Salem family.
Jerry & Linda Young
September 07, 2015 | Cleveland, OH
Dear Dorothy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My family truly enjoyed spending time with you and Tom at Jennings. We will be praying for all of you and wishing you peace. Maryjo Murphy Gortz
Maryjo Murphy Gortz
September 03, 2015
Tom was a wonderful friend. I always enjoyed hearing his stories and hanging out with him. My deepest condolences to the Salem family.
Richard Koloda
September 03, 2015 | Wayland, OH
Dear, Dr. Salem and family.
Sending my heart-felt condolences to you as you celebrate Tommy's life. What a precious gift whose love and presence will resonate with you, always.
Sincerely,
Amy Eugene
(Tri-C employee and former student of Dr. Salem's)
Amy Eugene
September 03, 2015 | Cleveland Heights, OH