Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and in rememberance of a wonderful individual.

We have known Sal for the past six years since moving to Lauderdale West his over 55 community. When I (Jim) moved here I met him in the woodshop where we made toys for young children. It was Sal’s idea to make toys for the Plantation Florida Museum to distribute to less fortunate children thru Santa Claus at Christmas. He was a genius at making things and helped me learn a lot about how to use the machines. He reminded me of my grandfather who immigrated from Eastern Europe in 1900 and had similar creative talents that he shared with others.
We had great fun at his 100th birthday party where the guys later teased him about dancing with the hula girls. Earlier that day I took pictures of him on the tennis court where he had played. Before the recent pandemic I visited him in his home. I will always remember his strong handshake.
I am grateful that he stayed around long enough to have been a wonderful friend in my life.

Jim Raschka 09/29/2020

I can just see Sal in front of me, sharing in conversation with a real smile and sometimes a sly one. He was a kind man and very proud of his family. My sincerest condolences to his family and many friends.
Bobbi Kersner

I had the privilege of meeting Sal in September of 2016 and ever since that moment, he has left an indelible mark in my life. For nearly two years I provided care, and shared experiences with Sal by way of grocery shopping, assisting with tasks at the Clubhouse, going to the barber, accompanying him at doctor visits and supervising his scooter rides to the park in his community.
Sal always had a sense of humor. His smile was contagious; he was a true gentleman. Sal was kind, considerate and confident. He always sought the keys to his car and insisted that he was still able to drive :). He often told me stories of his first job, his life in Brooklyn, the career paths his children took and his time spent in the army. I have never seen Sal depressed or sad; he never spoke negatively. He knew his limitations but didn’t allow them to govern his thoughts or actions.
I’ll surely miss him and will never forget his strong and determined disposition. I’m sure his legacy will never end; it will continue to resound in the lives of loved ones, his children, grand children, great grand children and each generation after.
Your friend,
Nicole
10/01/2020

Years ago my father asked me to read the letter I wrote to him for his 80th birthday at his funeral. COVID19 has interfered with many plans, so I thought I would fulfill his wishes here with a shorten version of the letter.
As a little girl I just assumed all dads were pretty much the same. They provided for their families, and knew how to do everything, but I soon realized how special you were, and how lucky I was to have you for my father.
I could count on you for everything. You were there to teach me how to swim and ride my bike, and to doctor me when I got hurt. You were the one I went to with all of my problems. When I couldn’t decide on a career – you were instrumental in helping me choose dentistry. You didn’t allow the constrictions of the times to limit my future.
Adversity never seemed to shake you. I never saw you loose your temper or even raise your voice. I always felt sheltered from trouble and harm. You taught me that when bad things happen – you should not dwell on them or look for blame. You must move forward, and not let misfortune take away more than it already had. You also taught me compassion. I remember when I was a little girl and saw a dollar bill on the sidewalk you stopped me from picking it up saying “Someone else needs that dollar more than you”.
I think you can do anything. As a child I can remember how amazed I was to see you transform our concrete basement into a living space with walls, lights, a bathroom and kitchen. From nothing you made a place for us to enjoy, and invite our friends.
When I was growing up you worked late every night, and on weekends mom always had some project for you to do. When you retired it was wonderful to see you enjoy so many activities, and make so many friends.
You have always been dependable, open-minded, a great problem solver, a fair and scrupulously honest man who is always ready to help others. I would like to thank you for being a great father, and to tell you again how much I love and respect you.

Salvatore Esposito’s ashes will be laid to rest next to his wife Virginia Esposito
on Tuesday, Nov. 24th, 2020 at 10 am
at Our Lady Queen of Heaven’s Cemetery
1500 South State Road 7, North Lauderdale FL 33068
954-972-1234