In Memory Of
Daniel C. Salamone
1926
2020
Daniel C. Salamone
June 21, 1926 — September 22, 2020
Daniel Charles Salamone 06/21/1926 – 09/22/2020
Daniel died at the age of 94. He is survived by his children Anna Salamone/husband Barry Perlus, Rosalie Salamone, Daniel Salamone Jr.; Grandchildren Brodie Urban/wife Marci, Nicholas Urban, Jessamyn Perlus, Michael Salamone, Ryan Salamone/wife Lisa, Jordan Salamone; Great-grandchildren Brenna Urban, John V. Urban; Brothers Philip Salamone (Joann), James (Alice); many nieces and nephews both Salamone and Calogero.
He grew up in Warsaw and Rochester NY, the third of nine children born to Joseph and Bertha Salamone. He enlisted in the Marines in 1944 serving in the Solomon Islands, Okinawa, and China, and received two Purple Hearts and a Presidential Unit Citation. After returning from the war in 1946, he married his sweetheart Angelina Calogero. They were together until her death seventy years later.
Known as Mr. Daniel, he established a thriving hair salon business beginning in 1954 and built Lyndon Plaza in Dewitt which housed his shop for many years. He was a man of many interests, activities, and a fair number of strong opinions. He enjoyed skiing, bowling, boating, fishing, cars, bocci games, and was known for his expertise in chess, Gin Rummy and Blackjack. Bringing our first dog home resulted in the new hobby of breeding several generations of adorable poodle puppies. He spent countless hours in community service as an active member of the Dewitt Kiwanis Club and later as a long-time supporter and volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Through his company, Gemini Productions, annual art shows and psychic fairs were brought to the community. His garage was used as a fix-it shop and he could often be heard saying "I can fix anything." Later, the space transitioned to a workshop for his stained-glass creations which he continued to produce until just recently.
He became interested in plants and gardening and took pride in what was growing in and around his home. Photography was another passion, and this is one that touches us all. His large collection of snapshots and home movies from the 50's to 70's have become a family treasure. He was strong-willed, quirky, curious. Each of his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren can tell tales that begin "Remember the time Dad/Grandpa ..." And whether the topic is "taught me to play chess," or "left me in the doctors waiting room and drove off," or "put me on a 60-foot ladder to paint a sign" it will have us all in laughter or tears, or both.
Daniel, while in his late eighties, became our mother's steadfast and determined caregiver in the years before she died. In his remaining time, while missing Angelina, he went on with many of his projects and enjoyed family visits. He faced his mistakes squarely, with regret, and he encouraged us to remember the happy times that we shared.
A memorial event will be scheduled at a future date when it is safe for us to gather in person.
We are especially thankful for the care Daniel received at Loretto's Cunningham 5th floor unit for the past six months. Donations in his name can be directed to The Loretto Foundation. https://www.lorettocny.org/foundation/donate
To share a memory of Daniel or to leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.
Daniel died at the age of 94. He is survived by his children Anna Salamone/husband Barry Perlus, Rosalie Salamone, Daniel Salamone Jr.; Grandchildren Brodie Urban/wife Marci, Nicholas Urban, Jessamyn Perlus, Michael Salamone, Ryan Salamone/wife Lisa, Jordan Salamone; Great-grandchildren Brenna Urban, John V. Urban; Brothers Philip Salamone (Joann), James (Alice); many nieces and nephews both Salamone and Calogero.
He grew up in Warsaw and Rochester NY, the third of nine children born to Joseph and Bertha Salamone. He enlisted in the Marines in 1944 serving in the Solomon Islands, Okinawa, and China, and received two Purple Hearts and a Presidential Unit Citation. After returning from the war in 1946, he married his sweetheart Angelina Calogero. They were together until her death seventy years later.
Known as Mr. Daniel, he established a thriving hair salon business beginning in 1954 and built Lyndon Plaza in Dewitt which housed his shop for many years. He was a man of many interests, activities, and a fair number of strong opinions. He enjoyed skiing, bowling, boating, fishing, cars, bocci games, and was known for his expertise in chess, Gin Rummy and Blackjack. Bringing our first dog home resulted in the new hobby of breeding several generations of adorable poodle puppies. He spent countless hours in community service as an active member of the Dewitt Kiwanis Club and later as a long-time supporter and volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Through his company, Gemini Productions, annual art shows and psychic fairs were brought to the community. His garage was used as a fix-it shop and he could often be heard saying "I can fix anything." Later, the space transitioned to a workshop for his stained-glass creations which he continued to produce until just recently.
He became interested in plants and gardening and took pride in what was growing in and around his home. Photography was another passion, and this is one that touches us all. His large collection of snapshots and home movies from the 50's to 70's have become a family treasure. He was strong-willed, quirky, curious. Each of his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren can tell tales that begin "Remember the time Dad/Grandpa ..." And whether the topic is "taught me to play chess," or "left me in the doctors waiting room and drove off," or "put me on a 60-foot ladder to paint a sign" it will have us all in laughter or tears, or both.
Daniel, while in his late eighties, became our mother's steadfast and determined caregiver in the years before she died. In his remaining time, while missing Angelina, he went on with many of his projects and enjoyed family visits. He faced his mistakes squarely, with regret, and he encouraged us to remember the happy times that we shared.
A memorial event will be scheduled at a future date when it is safe for us to gather in person.
We are especially thankful for the care Daniel received at Loretto's Cunningham 5th floor unit for the past six months. Donations in his name can be directed to The Loretto Foundation. https://www.lorettocny.org/foundation/donate
To share a memory of Daniel or to leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.
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