Salvador Taormina

My sincere condolences to your family.
Sal was a force of nature.
May he rest in peace.
Nicole Schoch Heydeman

From our first days in first grade at St. Martin's elementary school, San Jose, to eighth grade, Sal was a force. He was THAT guy. I loved him from the minute I met him and thought of him long after those formative years. I did see him a few times, and we corresponded a bit, too. Sal was a light that will never die; truly, his memory is a blessing. God bless you, Sal. Thanks for sharing your beautiful, playful heart, soul, hijinks, and laughter with us. May your infectious soul rest now in God's arms.

RIP Sal...we shared some good times on the SCU campus as youngsters and again at Bellarmine...

I never knew Sal. But it feels like a privilege to read this description of him and have some insight into the truly extraordinary life he led. Many people go a lifetime without experiencing the passion that seems to have been at his core. And I know his memory and impact will live on in those who knew and who loved him. Sending much love to everyone who misses him. xx

Although I never had the privilege of meeting Sal, I feel the weight and wonder of his story through the people who loved him most. Valerie, Ed, and Lulu-you are family to my heart. To us. The strength, compassion, and grace you carry is a testament to the man who helped shape your lives. We´re sending our deepest condolences and holding you close in love and spirit during this tender time. May Sal´s memory live on through laughter, legacy, and the healing power of connection. We love you all so much.
The Fowlers

Sorry to hear about Sals passing. We grew up in the same neighborhood as friends. I remember the first time I saw him. We were playing a team in little league that wasn´t very good with one exception this guy named Sal. We had a lot of good times together. Like going on a family vacation with the Taormina family to Lake Tahoe. Inner tubing down the Truckee river I think Beau had the best time. That was just one of many. R I P my friend

We´re so sorry for your loss, Valerie. Your tribute to your father´s life is really beautiful and touching. Even though we didn´t know him, your words bridge that connection and give a glimpse into his essence. Sending you and the family much love during this difficult time. Love you, Miranda, Ken, Lilah

Valerie, Ed, and Lulu, We love you. We know how difficult this has been. I didn't know your dad Valerie, but I know that you are the gift he gave to the world and the best parts of him will continue to shine and thrive through you. With love and sympathy the Bourkes

Such beautiful words Val. Thank you for sharing your Dad´s memories and life with us. I´m so glad you got that last special Christmas together. You are one of the most wonderful and unique spirits I know and so that must be partly to do with your father. Equally he must have been so unbelievably proud to have you as his daughter. Sending all my love to you soul sister. Rest in peace Sal x

Such beautiful words Val. Sending all my love to you, Ed and LuLu x

Just the name spoken out loud,Salvador Taormina, initiates a pause, an inquiry, curiosity. A man, I never had the pleasure of meeting. I do know his lovely strong daughter Valarie and when she spoke of him which was pretty much most times I saw her; she glowed with insight and she never hesitated to intertwine her fathers joy to her stories. Not often are we capable of seeing and knowing someone we never met yet those they loved possess a beauty that transcends the physical world. So I love Valarie her courageous intelligent manner her curiosity her smile, it´s a gift that his light will be passed for generations to come.
R.I.P. Salvador Taormina

To Val & Ed and LuLu: Thinking of you today and praying for you to find strength and peace.

I'm so sorry for your loss, Val. Your father sounds like someone I would have loved to meet. I'm glad he was able to come full circle, face his challenges, and find some healing. And I´m especially glad you had the chance to share one last Christmas with him-I´m sure he was so proud! Sending much love to you and the family.

My deepest condolences for your loss, Val. I know you believe as I do that the spirit transcends the physical world. I hope you find comfort in the moments when you feel his presence. Lots of love.

Dear Valerie, Ed and Lulu
I´m deeply sorry for your loss. Losing a father is an immense heartbreak, and I can only imagine the sorrow you must be feeling. May you find comfort in the love of family, the warmth of cherished memories, and the strength to navigate this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.

Urszula

Val, Ed, and Lulu- we are so sorry for your loss. I hope you are able to reminisce and remember his great life with friends and family this week. Love you.

Beautiful write-up of Uncle Sal, it certainly captures the larger-than-life figure I remember from when I was a kid. He was so much fun, funny, and sometimes downright intimidating. And though he´s left this world, he passed on his best traits to his daughter, who I´ve admired since we met as kids and has the same magnetic personality as her father. I´m sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to Val and the entire Taormina family.

Valerie, Ed, and Lulu,
May you feel your dad in the quiet moments, in laughter, and in the warmth of all he left behind. Sal, thank you for bringing your beautiful and strong daughter, Valerie, into this world! Sending you guys our deepest love and holding you close in our hearts. We love you!

Thank you for sharing your father Sal's powerful obituary with us Val, we are so deeply sorry for your loss and it's so moving to read the story of his life. I can only imagine how proud he was to see the life that you've created when you spent Christmas together and hope those special memories are helping as you navigate this painful time. Sending so much love to you, Ed & Lu xxx

My Heartfelt Condolences to Sal´s beautiful family. He was so handsome, charismatic and such an athlete. His beautiful spirit will always live Through you all and in all of our hearts.

Lots of love,
Linda & Family
&
Heavenly love,
LuLu, Pete & Chris

Never had the pleasure of meeting him but he´s raised an amazing daughter so that speaks for itself

Val, thank you for sharing your dad´s story with us. He must have been incredibly proud of you and the beautiful life you´ve created with Ed and Lu. Last Christmas would have meant the world to him. We love you, Megan and Pete. Xo

I´m writing as a friend of Val´s to express my deepest condolences to Sal´s loved ones. While I never got the chance to meet her Dad myself, she expressed to me how special this past Christmas was for her. She and Sal got to be fully present with one another, and she got to show him more of the beautiful life she´d created with Ed and Lu. I´m in appreciation of the photos and memories of Sal she´s shared with us, her friends. I know Val is proud of her Dad and he is undoubtedly proud of her too love from the Sciascia Family

Val, so sorry for your loss. There is no question how proud your dad must have been of the life you've built with Ed and Lu and continue to build around fun, love and happiness. Sending so much love and strength to you during such a difficult time. Love always Laurie, Eli , Mika & Ruby xxxx

As time goes on and the pain begins to fade May you continue to cherish the beautiful memories and special moments that were had and may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

I wanted to start by giving my deepest condolences to Val, Ed and Lu. The loss of your father runs deep, but know that he is truly at peace now. I hope you can look back and see the brightness and the good memories especially the recent times spent together as a family and hold onto those. I can clearly hear your dad's big voice and laughter when I think of him. I think about the chats we'd have about the music he was buying when I worked at Wherehouse Music, and how he always found a way to bring you into the conversation. We've established the fact that we've been friends longer than we haven't and your entire extended family mean so much to me. Just know I'm always here for you. Love you guys.

To Val, Ed and Lulu, our deepest condolences. Val, to lose two parents so close together must be shattering. Your mom and dad sure raised a wonderful daughter despite challenges on their ends. I know you will take only the best of your dad and pass it on to your children. We love you. We got you.

Dear Valerie,
We are truly so sorry for your loss.
We know the pain of losing a father (daddy) and our heart goes out to you, Ed and Lu.
Please know that you are ALWSYS in our thoughts, and we are here for you whether it´s a listening ear a warm hug, or simply some quiet support.
Although we did not get the chance to meet your dad he must have been something special.
Take all the time you need to grieve and remember you are not alone - we are always here for you.
May your father´s memory be a blessing.
Love, Hilary and Monte xxxx

Valerie, Ed, and Lu, our heartfelt condolences go out to you guys. Sending our love to you all during this difficult time. May your father Rest In Peace and divine Love.

My sincere condolences to Val and the entire family.
Jimmy Sr

Sal! I´ll never forget our little 2nd daughter dates and long talks. Most of all I´ll never ever forget the smile of you or Val after you reconnected one time, it inspired me to change my life.

RIP and Fly Free, my Neener! We will miss your big laugh and your big heart, but all the memories will be with us forever. I know you are surrounded now by all our loved ones who passed before you. Love, Your Lil' Sister, Giovanna

Sending all the love to you and yours JALI xx

May God encircle you with his divine light, love and protection. Giving you the strength, drive and determination to get through this most difficult time. Val your dad always spoke so proudly of you each time we got together. I remember you as a little girl at the Taormina family reunions and especially when you spoke at my sister Anny´s funeral. You have grown into the most beautiful woman both inside and out. I will always cherish what you said and look forward to more times together and meeting your beautiful daughter. I love you cousin. Love, Shelly (Taormina) Popovits

Val, Condolences, Big hugs and love to you Ed, Lu and your family. Love you guys.

Val, sending you and your family love through this difficult time. Sure your dad would have been very proud seeing how you turned out.
Steph. X

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad Valerie. I wish I could have met him. I lost my dad 11 years ago this month so I understand the pain of that loss. I am here if you need anything and I´m sending so much love to you, Ed, and Lucia.

So sorry for your loss Val. I have no doubt that Sam would have been so proud to have seen his amazing legacy continue through your beautiful soul & amazingly special family.
Sending all my love

Rest in peace, Papa T! Your big light and infectious joy absolutely live on through Valerie, Ed, and sassy Lu. Val has been simultaneously cracking me up and inspiring me for more than 20 years, and I look forward to many decades more. I am so lucky to know her, and to know you through her - we will all take care of them for you. With love, S

Sal was an incredible force of nature! If I listen closely I can still hear his big, booming laughter as it danced through his lively stories. He was truly larger than life. One of my favorite things about knowing Sal was witnessing the way his daughter, Valerie, showed up for him over the many years even when his bright flame got a bit too warm. Theirs was a father daughter bond that didn't always come easily, but Val never gave up on him. Seeing her living a wonderful life with a beautiful family was surely a highlight of his entire life, and the fact that he got to experience that is a testament to her ability to lead with love and keep seeing him for who he wanted to be. He gave Val so many of his best qualities- his charisma, his athleticism, his love of a great joke. I know for a fact he thought himself a lucky man to have brought her into the world, and he left here with the ability to hold on to that joy- the greatest gift. Rest in peace, Sal. You will be so missed. I cannot wait to meet your extended family and hear more about the wild child you were!

Dear Val and family,
My heart is with you all during this difficult time. What a beautiful tribute to your father. While I didn´t have the chance to know Sal well, it´s clear that his influence lives on through the amazing person you have become. Your beautiful soul, full of kindness, strength, and love, and the wonderful family you´ve built is a true reflection of the values and strength you carry within you. I know Sal is so proud of you sweetheart, and I hope you can find comfort in knowing that his memory will always be with you, and that he is now at peace. Lots of love, Stash

Dear Val,
I´m so sorry for your loss. Your dad sounded like a very special man which is no surprise as you´re his daughter. I´m so happy you all got to spend time together recently. He must be so proud of the wonderful family you have created with Ed and Lu. Sending so much love,
Aby xoxo

Through Valerie's writing, I got a real glimpse into the special man Sal was. His love, light and laughter really came through and I could see the sparkle in him that produced one of the most amazing women I know. Val, I'm so sorry about your loss, but believe that your coming together with him gave him peace in his departure. His light shines on in you and Lucia and the connection that tethers you continues on. Sending love to you and your family.

Sal´s smile in these photos is the same loving, joyful one of Valerie. We have been friends for over a decade and I know that her huge heart, warmth, and sense of adventure are a direct result of Sal´s influence. Sal- thank you for the imprint you left that has made Valerie into the strong, loyal, shining light that she is.

Dearest Val, Ed & Lu,
Sending all our love from across the Atlantic during this incredibly sad time! Although we never had the chance to meet your dad, I´m so glad he had the privilege of sharing special times with the wonderful family you´ve built. It must have meant the world to him to get to know Ed and your magnificent wee Lu - who would have brought him such joy!
Wishing you all strength, comfort and long life for the challenging days ahead.
Lots of love,
Jules, Russ and all the Cohens xxx

I have always known that Val's love is expansive beyond words, and can only imagine how beautiful that care and connection would have been with your father through this transition between worlds. Big love to the whole Taormina family.

Just wanted to let you know we had a mass said for him at our church. God Bless.

What a heartfelt tribute to your dear father, Val. I´m so glad that you were able to share the holidays together and that he had the chance to experience your home, your family, and the incredible life you´ve built. I can only imagine how proud he must have been, filled with admiration for the extraordinary woman we all cherish. Take comfort in knowing that your parents are reunited once more, surrounded by peace and love. They will always be your guiding angels.

What a beautiful tribute for your father, love. I'm so glad you two got to mend your relationship and that he got to spend some quality time with your beautiful family. I'm sure he was proud to see your happiness. I'm sure both your mother and father were so happy to have that reunion up above, reunited once again. One thing is for sure, your parents made an incredible daughter. We are so grateful for that!! You are the best parts of them both. Sending all our love to you and the family during this difficult time. May your new angel watch over and protect you always. Love YOU!!

Love,
Tisha

Thank you Sal, for bringing your daughter Valerie into this world. You must be a very proud Daddy as she is very special and means so much to so many.

Rest easy.

Oh Valerie and family I´m so so sorry for your loss. Sending you lots of love and hugs. It´s such a hard time for you all but I hope you find peace in all of the love that is surrounding you all right now. Love you.

Sal! You brought a beautiful daughter named Valerie to our lives and I want to thank you for that blessing. Her family has been a great addition to our music family and we know you will always be watching over them.

Love,
The Lee Family

My deepest condolences to you Valerie, Ed, Luna, and your entire family.

Thank you for everything, Sal!
Without you being the man you were, Valerie would not be the incredible woman she is.
I´m eternally grateful to you (and Colleen) and miss you both!
Love you!

I´m so sorry, Valerie. Much of my life is currently dedicated to my father, who´s in his twilight, so I can only begin to imagine the weight of this loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Sad we never got to meet this legendary man in person but we are blessed to know his spirit through Valerie, Lu, and the beautiful reflections of his memory. I see his warmth and glow alive in you, Val. Wish we could be there to meet your big beautiful Italian family, but we are sending our love and prayers from afar. May you celebrate in his honor and feel his embrace in each other´s arms.

Rest in peace Sal. I know we never met, but I can tell that you were a great man from how warm-hearted and kind Val is. Sending my love

Unfortunately I didn´t get to meet Sal but I´m lucky to have Val, Ed and Lulu in my life. Sending lots of love to you all and wishing I could be there with you xx

Beautiful tribute to your father, Val, and the time you, Ed, and Lulu got to spend with him must have been the most precious of moments.

The kindness and generosity your father had is so clearly reflected in you and your infinite capacity for love and compassion; he must have been so proud of who you are and the life you have created with Ed and Lulu.

I hope you, Ed, Lulu, and your family have all the love and support you need at this time, and sending love to you all. x

I´m so deeply sorry for your loss. I never had the chance to know your dad, but I know he must have been an incredible man because he raised someone as kind, genuine, and beautiful as you. I´m grateful that his love and wisdom shaped you into the person I get to call my friend. Sending you all my love and strength during this time.

RIP little brother. Enjoy your next life with Mom and Dad, sweetheart. Now you can rest peacefully surrounded by our love and our beloved parents too. We'll never forget you.

Sending so much love Valerie, Ed and Lulu and to all of your loved ones. What a beautiful tribute to your dad x

I will never forget you Sal... I know you truly loved my sister (Colleen) and I have many memories of the happy times the two of you had together. I am so grateful that you were turning your life around and that you were able to spend your last Christmas with Valerie, Ed and LuLu. I promise you we´ll take good care of them. Rest in peace. Love, Diane

Rest in paradise dad Love you xxx