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Russ Perry
January 14, 2009
Dear Jeanne:
Dan & I were shocked & sorry to hear of Jack's passing. We always enjoyed working with him on many projects over the years. His aim for perfection, both in his professional & personal life was a quality I admired in him. May God give you strength & peace at this time of loss.
Fondly, Russ Perry & Dan Conner
David & Bonnie Mead
January 13, 2009
Although we did not know Mr. Safro personally, we have had the honor of serving his dealerships for a number of years. We have also had the opportunity to experience the excellent customer service ethic he instilled in his employees. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Safro family.
Mike Kalashian
January 12, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Safro family, Mr. Safro was one of the nicest people I have met and he always had time to share his passion for cars. What a great guy with a great family!!
Rusty Meyer, Jr.
January 12, 2009
To the Safro family: My father (Russ Meyer,Sr.) and I feel both privileged and grateful that we have been friends and done business with Jack since 1972. Mr. Safro was so gracious and extended open arms to both of us when we opened our own entities in 1972 and 1980. Jack had a knack for recognizing young talent and teaching that talent the trade allowing it to flourish. I personally saw Jack's mentoring touch with some of his extraordinary employees such as Kaaren Wolf, Jim Tessmer and Steve Recht. His Toyota and Lexus dealerships will remain legendary because of Jack's devotion to his customers AND his talented employees.
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Russ Meyer, Sr.
January 12, 2009
Jack and I go back to the 1970's, meeting at his great Toyota dealership on Capitol drive. If there was ever a great owner and gentleman it was Mr. Safro; always nice and always fair. Thank you Jack for just being you, in our great automobile business.
Raymond Petersen
January 12, 2009
I worked for Jack in the 1980's and will forever be impressed by his sense of values and business ethics, something that is sorely missing in the "Car Biz." We both loved racing, and the last time I talked to him was at Elkhart Lake last year, Jack, you will be missed!
Janine (LaPorte) Bamberger
January 11, 2009
Dear Wendy,
Though it has been many years, I still recall fondly our times working together. Please know that you are in my thoughts at this time. May the days quickly become brighter for you and your family.
Anne Geyman
January 10, 2009
Dear Jeanne,
I was so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. I won't be able to attend his service, but know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Anne Geyman
Robert Le Mieux
January 9, 2009
Dear Jeanne and Family,
We so regret that we will be out of town during Jack's funeral. He was a great man and we have many fond memories of the two of you. Most recently in Jackson Hole this summer.
He will be greatly missed by all in the Toyota Community. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Dea LeMieux
Tony Pipito
January 9, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies. We will certainly miss Jack's frequent visits to Porticello.It was a pleasure getting to know him. He will be missed greatly. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony Pipito and Staff
Porticello Restaurant
Roger and Kathy Daume
January 8, 2009
My wife and I both worked for Jack at his Toyota store back in the 1980's; in fact that's where we met. We remember Jack as being firm but fair and totally devoted to his extremely high expections of total customer satisfaction. To Jeanne, Gina, Johnny, Jay, Jill and Wendy, (whom we know) and the other family members we pass along our sincere condolences.
Junior (Plehn) Ruf
January 8, 2009
I never had the pleasure of getting to know Jack, but his daughter, Wendy is one of my oldest and dearest friends. I want to convey to her and the rest of Jack's family my heart felt condolances. I look forward to sharing both the saddness and happy memories this Sunday at St. Military Acadamy. My love and support to all, Junior Plehn Ruf
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