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Hankl
09-16-2011, 08:08 PM
A lot of you have been following the condition of Andy Salvaggio, on the Coupe, and Off Topic sections. Karen posted this today, we've lost a great and generous friend. In the short time that I've know Andy and Karen, they have grown to be part of our family. I haven't been at a race track without them there, Andy's laugh, and Karen's endless enthusiasm. I know Andy's in a better place, but I will still miss him!


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September 16, 2011
Our courageous and wonderful Andy passed into the loving hands of our Lord this afternoon. He was at peace, and through the kindness of so many over the last weeks and months, he left us knowing how much he was loved. We know his loving mother, father, and sisters, as well as Robert, Paul, Ralph, and so many of our friends who passed before him, were there to receive him with the greatest of love. Our family is deeply saddened in our loss, but find solace in knowing he has now found true peace.

Andy was indeed an exceptional man, and he will forever be my hero. He lived an amazing life, and I count myself fortunate to have shared nearly twenty years with this man. Words will never fully express our family's gratitude for the unwavering love and support we've received from our family and friends. Thank you for your prayers and kindness.....We are truly blessed

Sincerely and with warmest regards...........................Karen

Hank

Russ Thompson
09-16-2011, 09:25 PM
Most of you here do not Know Andy but some have met this quiet unasumming man at the race track following the spec series or being at the Thunderhill 25 hour race. He was a the nice guy that was just always around doing the grunt work. Once you hung arouond and learned more you found out about just what sort of man he was and how involved he was in our world of road racing. I wish I had gotten to know hm better and I am very sad I will never have the chance.

Karen and family, our prayers go out to you. God speed Andy, you'll have your choice of vettes up there!

bil1024
09-17-2011, 05:25 AM
RIP Andy

Richard Oben
09-17-2011, 07:14 AM
Karen, we can not imagine your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Richard.

Jeff Collins
09-17-2011, 07:21 AM
Karen,
I am sorry for your loss. Your strength, faith and courage through this sudden illness has truly been inspirational. I ther is anything I can do just ask. With deepest sympathy
Jeff

Mike N
09-17-2011, 08:20 AM
So sorry to here the terrible news. Treasure the memories it will help you through the difficult times.

cobrajj
09-17-2011, 09:26 PM
Karen, I'm very sorry for your loss. Andy and I had a great talk during lunch at the Pomona AHA show this spring. I wish I had got to know him better. Jim

Nemo
09-17-2011, 09:31 PM
Oh I am so sorry to hear this Karen. I wish I could give you a hug right now.

tfalk
09-19-2011, 09:01 AM
Karen, I'm sitting here speachless.... I knew Andy was not doing well but certainly did not expect
this to happen this quickly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you... Like Nemo above, I wish
I could also give you a hug right now.