Dr.  Kenneth J. Savage obituary, 57, San Jose, Ca

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Dr. Kenneth J. Savage

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Cyndi Rumminger

March 14, 2025

I just learned of Dr. Savage's passing. So very sad. He was the best! I went to him for two years. He was so compassionate and such a great chiropractor. He always made his clients feel important and cared for. RIP

Mike Campfield

June 1, 2020

I just saw that Ken has passed - quite a shock since he was always so much bigger than life. I was a patient of his for about a year, quite a few years back, and he helped me out quite a bit. During that time we golfed several times, and he was always a pleasure to be around. I've driven by ChiroprocticFirst hundreds of times since then, I always look over, thinking I should stop in to say hi, but never did. I'll still look over, but will just think fondly of the man I knew and liked. Condolences to all of his family and friends.

Jordan Hickey

January 22, 2020

I just learned today of Dr. Savage's passing. More than a year later. Damn. I've been a patient of Dr. Savage for about 25 years. He was always so full of energy, hope, and a passion to help people. I will miss him. My condolonces to family and loved ones. Thanks Dr. Savage for all the healing care and vibes and may you rest in peace!

Elda Hernandez

November 27, 2019

My baby My sweetheart My absolutely Everything
I still miss you with all my sending kisses to Heaven

Cathy Savage

September 16, 2019

I am still stunned and speechless of Kens passing. I look at his pictures and cannot believe that he is gone.

Alan Pimentel

August 18, 2019

I was stunned to hear of Kens passing, I was one of Dr Kens first patients he is the reason I am walking today 31 years later. He wasnt only my savior and doctor he was such a good friend I remember Saturday golf with Uncle Ray and our travels to play a round.Ill miss you old friend.

James Jorgenson, DC

May 18, 2019

I am so shocked and saddened to read about Ken's passing in the Palmer Alumni Insights magazine. I also graduated from Palmer West in 1986. I remember Ken as a good size guy and a super athlete. He played rugby, basketball, and flag football. He was always matched up against water polo Olympian Terry Schroeder, DC in the intramural sports competitions we had. He was instrumental in starting the Sports Injury Club on campus. I hadn't seen him since graduation, but I have fond memories of him and the kind soul he was. What a loss for our profession, his patients, and his family. My deepest condolences.

Dr. Michael Peck

May 8, 2019

I worked as a chiropractic intern in Dr. Savages clinic in 1987. He taught me how to care for patient's, not only with Chiropractic techniques, but also with kindness. Something that I strive to deliver to this day. Thank you Ken for your kindness to me.
May God bless you.

Dr. Michael Peck

May 8, 2019

I worked as a chiropractic intern in Dr. Savages clinic in 1987. He taught me how to care for patient's, not only with Chiropractic techniques, but also with kindness. Something that I strive to deliver to this day. Thank you Ken for your kindness to me.
May God bless you.

Andrew Sokolsky

May 1, 2019

I just found out about Ken's passing. I am saddened and express my condolences to his family and friends. I haven't seen him since we went to chiropractic college together, but his energy feels very present to me. I remember his enthusiasm, friendliness, and skill on the basketball court. No one Ken's age should pass, it seems so unfair to me. However, I know he lives on in the many hearts he has touched.
Blessings,
Andrew Sokolsky

Greg Floyd

February 20, 2019

Dr. Ken is a good man. Smart and personable. Caring. A friend of mine, and my family. You remembered, and will always be missed.

Sandra Hovancik

January 16, 2019

I only recently found out, my chiropractor for the last 20 years. The man who I called The Tony Robbins of Chropractics. The man with more lust for life than anyone I've known. Larger than life personality with a heart of gold, died suddenly at 57. I've been shocked and saddened that such a man of vitality, and warmth, on the verge of retirement, is gone. It doesn't make sense. My condolences go out to those he left behind. He's a man, none who knew him, will forget.

Aaron Marr

January 15, 2019

My Condolences to Ken's family and his team at Chiropractic First, I don't think I've ever seen anyone with as big of a smile at 6:00 a.m. as Ken's. Way to soon

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Larry Campbell

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Al and Barb Knox

January 3, 2019

We miss Dr. Savage. He helped us not only with our Chiropractor needs, but was a great help and inspiration when our daughter Rhonda passed away September 1, 2018. He will always be in our thoughts and hearts.

Steve Ryan

January 2, 2019

Growing up next door I have fond memories of fishing, playing hoops in the driveway . Ken will be missed, Sorry for your loss Elda, Cindy and Larry.
Steve Ryan

Always in my heart ❤

Elda Hernandez

January 2, 2019

True love ❤

Elda Hernandez

January 2, 2019

My everything ❤

Elda Hernandez

January 2, 2019

David Chooch Phillips

December 31, 2018

So very sorry for your lost Elda. They certainly are some very touching photos and a beautiful video. You know he'll be watching over you. Have a lot of great memories with him in New Jersey. May he Rest in Peace.

I'll hold you in my heart until I can hold you in heaven

Elda Hernandez

December 29, 2018

It's hard to forget someone that gave you so much to remember

Elda Hernandez

December 29, 2018

Elda Hernandez

December 25, 2018

Ill hold you in my heart until
I can hold you in heaven

December 23, 2018

I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. John 6:40

Mary

Michael Zambrano

December 21, 2018

Ken is a great guy. The fishing trips to Alaska he was like a big little boy up there. So excited to get fishing everyday. He will be missed next year in Alaska. We will all hoist one in his honor.

Alaska fishing

Michael Zambrano

December 21, 2018

December 20, 2018

I'm shocked and sadden of this news. I met Dr. Savage a long time ago at 24 hrs Nautilus he was my aerobic instructor. We started talking about coming in to see him for Chiropractic services. I have followed him since that time. He always had a beautiful smile on his face no matter what. My prayers and thoughts are with his family. He will be missed he was one of a kind! RIP

Francesca LoBue

David Chooch Phillips

December 20, 2018

I spent a bit of my childhood with Kenny and his Dad in Manville. We used to do a lot of fishing as youngsters. We also would do a lot of trapping for muskrat. Great times. In my high school years was fortunate to play alongside of him in Basketball and Baseball. He was always very passionate, team first, and strived to be the best. The thing I remember most as a youngster was his passion for music. We used to go over his house and listen to all kinds of music together. Taken way to soon. Rest In Peace my friend!

Jacki Clements (Dempsey)

December 20, 2018

I was absolutely shocked to see this. I have such fond memories of Kenny. Me and my best friend Dora use to go see Kenny regularly in the late 80's after a car accident. He helped our healing and was so very kind. He even went on a water rafting trip with us on the Middle Fork of the American River. He was so kind and generous to my boys. He use to tell my youngest son Cone on up here, it's time for your attitude adjustment. To which my son would reply, ohhh I get to hear popcorn! It's been many years since I've seen you, funny a few weeks ago I was driving past the office and told my husband I've got to go see him, it's been forever. Now a little forever longer. Rest In Peace kind soul.

Robin Rpsaaen

December 19, 2018

I was so shocked today when I saw in the obituaries of his untimely passing as we used to work out together many years ago at 24 Hour Fitness and later he became my Dr. at his first location in Los Gatos. This is so sad and he was the best at everything he did and will be missed for sure. My heart aches at this loss. Rest In Peace my friend. TLC Always

Thomas McGinn, D. C.

December 19, 2018

Such a bright light in our profession! A professional all the way! Dr. Savage will certainly be misssid by all that knew him; colleagues, patients and other healthcare professionals in the Valley! Legendary in his own right; other chiropractors respected him highly as did I. He had so much more to offer! Pace In Requiescat - Dr. Ken

Paula Strauss, D.C.

Paula Strauss

December 19, 2018

This is most shocking and sad. Many condolences to all of the family. Ken was amazingly successful and helped our profession so much. This is a terrible loss for all.

Mary Grace Anderson

December 19, 2018

Ken, you were a friend and mentor. Rest easy.

Michele DiBello

December 19, 2018

So sorry for the family's loss. As stated in the obituary I've always remembered Kenny as a gentle giant, kind soul, a truly wonderful human being.
He will be missed.

Lydia Conway

December 18, 2018

So sorry for your lost.god bless

Claire Phillips

December 18, 2018

With deepest sympathy at Ken's passing. Prayers and warm thoughts are with the family at this sad time. ~ Claire Phillips

Charles (Chuck) Thurber

December 18, 2018

Ken was my chiropractor, an Alaskan fishing partner and a wonderful caring friend. His enthusiasm for life was contagious and helped everyone who entered Chiropractic First (CF). I was seen by Dr Savage every week for decades because of his chiropractic skill. He is not someone you forget, ever. I miss him but want to remember him by trying to be more like him in how he treated people! Tight lines, Ken! Love you, Chuck.

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