Sam J. Salerno

Sam Joseph Salerno, age 70, passed away September 19, 2013 due to an extended battle with cancer, surrounded by family.

A Celebration of Life for Sam Salerno will be 2 p.m. Monday, September 23, 2013 at Immaculate Conception Church, 709 Franklin St., Clarksville. Family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m., with a vigil service beginning at 7 p.m. on Sunday, September 22, 2013 at Sykes Funeral Home.

Mr. Salerno was born June 23, 1943 in Omaha, NE to the late Sam A. and Laura Lanahan Salerno. Mr. Salerno entered the United States Army in 1962 serving his country in Turkey. Returning home, he earned his Bachelors Degree in Business from APSU and later earned his Masters Degree from MTSU. While attending Austin Peay, he began working at Jim Ayers Volkswagen. There he purchased his first new car, 1967 VW Bug, which he still owns and is having restored. He worked for many years in contract sales for Sears before becoming an Industrial Engineer working as a management analyst for the Federal Government.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Rosemary Gaisser Salerno; son, John (Tracy) Salerno; grandchildren, Ashley, Michael and Dustin Salerno; great-grandchild, Izabella; daughter, Laura (Michael Scott) Thornton; grandchildren, Thomas and Shelby Thornton; brothers, Richard (Betsy) Salerno of Clarksville, Charles (Diane) Salerno of Littleton, CO; sisters, Barbara Salerno and Susan (Lindsey) Stephens, both of Clarksville. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Immaculate Conception Parish or any charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.sykesfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Leaf Chronicle from Sep. 21 to Sep. 23, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Sam Salerno

9 Entries

Tempra Mosley

September 23, 2013

Today, I will celebrate the life of a great man and an amazing legacy instilled in his daughter, Laura. Praying for a life of smiles in remembrance of his love.

Jennifer Burch (Fish)

September 23, 2013

I am so saddened to hear of Mr. Salerno's passing, and I wish I had heard sooner, as I hate that I didn't make it to the visitation. Rosemary, Laura, and John, I know first hand how this loss feels, and you all are in my prayers. I have so many fond memories of time spent at your house when I was a kid. Mr. Salerno was such a quiet, sweet man. I know he will be greatly missed by many. Love to you all, Jennifer (Fish)

September 23, 2013

Laura and family: George, the boys and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. With love and sympathy, Tonya

Candy Bryant

September 23, 2013

Laura & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Salerno. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carolyn (Perry) Long

September 23, 2013

My deepest Condolences goes to Laura, Mrs.Salerno, and John and to your family, I have you in my prayers.

Michael Salerno

September 22, 2013

I only met him twice; knew about him all my life. I found him to be a quiet, kind, and sincere person. My condolences to his family, his brothers and sisters. I know he was loved and will be missed. Goodbye, Cousin! I wish I met you sooner.

heide hepler

September 22, 2013

Sam was a wonderful person when I knew him, many years ago. He was always respectful, but also a cut-up, with a wonderful sense of humor! There was no doubt, even years ago, that Sam would be a success in anything he decided to pursue. There is no doubt that Sam has touched and influenced everyone he has ever met! My deepest condolences to the family. -- heide

Charles Keesee

September 21, 2013

Thank you Mr. Salerno for your service, I salute you. My condolences to the family and friends. May you rest in peace. Charles W. Keesee, Command Sergeant Major, U.S. Army Retired.

Barbara Salerno

September 20, 2013

Our parents had five children of whom I am the eldest. Sam followed me by less than two full years. In my memory there has not been a day that he was not with me. It is difficult to realize that I will not have him with me in the future.
He was the smartest man I know, like his father before him, he had an amazing memory for detail. He gave sage advise to all of us who asked and he was almost always correct.
He was quietly generous and helpfull to any number of people who needed a hand up.
After a lengthly hospitalization, earler this year he moved me into his home and took care of me. He paid all my expenses because he did not want me to worry about anything but getting well.
I will miss him every day; he will be in my heart forever.

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