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Karl Salvo Obituary

Karl Eugene Salvo CHARLESTON - Karl Eugene Salvo, 84, of Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Lillian Kluge Salvo entered into eternal rest Wednesday, August 10, 2016. His Funeral Service will be held Saturday, August 13, 2016 in St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 405 King Street at 2:00 p.m., the Rev. David J. Butler presiding. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. in J. HENRY STUHR, INC. DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. Karl was born January 20, 1932 in Charleston, South Carolina, son of the late Karl Eugene Salvo, Sr. and Anna Wieters Salvo. In 1950, he graduated from High School of Charleston and later retired from the Post and Courier as a pressroom manager. He was a lifelong member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church where he played on the softball team and served on the congregation council, Sunday School Superintendent, and the Men's Chorus. He also was a member of the Charleston Rifle Club and Landmark Lodge # 76. In addition to his wife, Lillian, he is survived by three daughters: The Reverend Karen S. Hawkins (Robert) of Columbia, SC, Lisa S. DeHaven (Roy) of Charleston, SC, and Karla S. Hartin (Bobby) of Charleston, SC; two grandsons: Karl F. DeHaven (Miranda) and Thomas A. DeHaven; sister, Emily S. Manby of Virginia Beach, VA; and many nieces and nephews. Karl was preceded in death by two sisters: K. Elsa Salvo and Beverly S. Condon. Memorials may be made to St. Matthew's Lutheran Church "Radio Ministry," 405 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 10 to Aug. 11, 2016.

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Angela Guffin-Rabon

August 22, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you all, from the Guffin family

Dianne Miller

August 15, 2016

My dear Lillian and family,

I am sadden to hear about Gene's death. I regret that in my own grief, I was unable to come see you both earlier this year. I have very kind and gentle memories of our families interactions from my childhood. The Miller family will always have Mom & Dad's wedding pictures - holding Mom, Dad, & Gene (as the best man) likenesses in their younger years.

Lillian, I know you are heartbroken and relieved all at the same time. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you always. it was good to see you in January at Mom's memorial service in Charleston. It is hard to lose a cherished loved one. I wish I could have been there for you!

All my best -
Dianne

Dianne Miller
Everett and Patsy Miller's daughter

Joyce Remsburg

August 13, 2016

Karl was such a kind and thoughtful gentleman. We knew him primarily at rehab and he always had a smile and a kind word. His sense of humor was contagious It has been a blessing knowing him. Prayers to the Family.
Clark and Joyce Remsburg

Rev Ann Robinson and Tameka Harley

August 11, 2016

I've been blessed to have been given the pleasure of providing home care for Mr Salvo. Although our time spent was brief it was a privilege. The love that filled his room and is displayed from his wife, daughters/spouses, and grandsons spoke volume for him. I say to the family, continue lifting up his memories and loving one another.
Thank you for allowing Tameka and myself to be a part of this great celebration of life.
Be bless

David Johnson

August 11, 2016

Mr. Salvo was one of the finest men I have known in Charleston. Every time I would see him he was a smiling. He enjoyed many friends and he enjoyed paying attention to others needs! It was a true joy to see him and to be his friend.

Sherry Martschink

August 11, 2016

Gene was one of my all-time favorite people. Oh, how I enjoyed joking with him and talking about the Carolina Gamecocks. My life is richer for having known him and shared so many experiences with Gene and the entire family.

August 11, 2016

What a wonderful husband, father and friend he was! He always had a terrific smile and laughter. His favorite expression was "peachy Keen"
and I shall always remember with fondness his love of everything South
Carolina and the Atlanta Braves!
Rest in heaven dear friend. Love you
Bobby and Claudette Pittman

August 11, 2016

Mr. Salvo is one of the nicest men I have ever met. I enjoyed sharing laughs with him on Sunday mornings. God's Blessings to the family. Love, Jill Joyner

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