Remembering Randy Salerno

Viewers' Comments On Randy Salerno - Part 15

 Send Us Your Memories Of Randy

Viewers share their thoughts and memories of CBS 2 Morning anchor Randy Salerno, who passed away in a snowmobiling accident late Thursday night. 

Thought he was great when he worked for WNYT in Albany. So sorry for your loss!
--A friend from Eastern NYS

Dear Randy,
Losing you in Chicago land is like losing a Kennedy to the world. We know you see the light, because the angels have you in their hands.
--Vickie Barker

I began watching Randy and Rosanne many years ago when they were at WGN. When they moved, I moved with them. I looked forward to laughing with and at them each morning. My colleagues have often told me that laughing helps people live longer. I want to thank the morning news team and especially Randy for helping me live longer.
Blessings to all,
Linda

I remember being at work last Friday afternoon and hearing about Randy from co-workers. My heart just sank and I felt such a great sadness come over me and this feeling has continued on ever since. I am very sorry for all of you to lose such a wonderful father, husband, son, brother and friend. I will miss that great smile and his down to earth personality.
I will also miss his wit, that would cause me to laugh out loud in the morning and wake up everyone in the house.
God Bless you all and my deepest sympathies.
Georgina, Naperville IL

I first heard of Randy's passing on US 99.5 radio while driving to work. I just watched the 5:00 AM news with Randy being on vacation and it was shocking and very sad news. I begin my day with the 5 AM news crew and just can't imagine the show without him. They are like a family and I feel part of that family everyday. He will truly be missed by many people, myself being among them. My heart goes out to Randy's family and everyone at Channel 2 as well!!
--Donna Miller

A great man and reporter I sure will miss him in the morning. I watch him every morning. My prayers are with him and his family.
--Joe, Hammond, Indiana

It almost seemed like Randy was part of the family. Every day he was in my living room. His death was a shock and it will take awhile to absorb it. I feel so sorry for his family and I'm sure he will be greatly missed by many viewers.
--Mary Robbins

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. We all have lost someone "great" and my mornings will never be the same. Although I never knew him personally he was a big part of starting every morning for me.
We will miss you Randy..... "God must of needed another Angel"
--Judi DelPrete

I would just like to thank the Salerno family for posting all the wonderful personal photos of Randy for the viewers. It really means a lot to be able to see him outside of the workplace, and to see what an awesome family man he was. I lit a candle for Randy at Mass this past weekend.......my prayers go out to all of you.
--Cindy

I watched Randy on WGN and followed over to CBS. He was a great personality and I looked forward to watching him each day. He will be missed. My prayers and condolences to his friends and family.
--Carolyn, Woodridge

To the CBS 2 news team,
I want to extend my condolences to all those affected by the passing of Randy Salerno. Each morning my alarm clock goes off at 4:00 a.m., however after hitting the snooze button a few times, the only thing that really gets me up and going is the possibility that if I don't get it together by 5:00 a.m., I might miss the chance to hear what witty remark Randy was bound to make.
I can recall two in particular, one was when Susan Carlson, won an Emmy Award, Randy poked fun of her throughout the broadcast. She could hardly keep a straight face to complete the traffic. Another was a very short segment about a species of spiders, and how they can quickly recover and weave a new web after one has been destroyed. Well, you know Randy; he could never miss an opportunity to give that ever so timely humorous remark. He said, "That spider should come and spread some of that work ethic around here," referring to the newsroom studio. I laughed so hard, I thought I'd wake up my household. That was just like him to take a relatively small story and make it memorable.
My heart goes out to the CBS 2 news team; I could see the hurt and the struggle to go about the business. Thanks for not making it business as usual, but allowing the reality of the void of Randy's passing to be recognized and felt by everyone. He was a part of my morning for years. I've always appreciated your team style of reporting the news. It showed the human side of everyone. It did not appear to be scripted. The news can be difficult to watch at times, but you guys blended in such a way that it didn't seem like work, but more like buddies getting together to discuss what was in the news.
Who would have thought that those occasional stumbling over words during the broadcast, (often resulting in an outburst of laughter) would ultimately become some of the most memorable moments for everyone.
Thanks to the CBS 2 news team, for allowing Randy, to be himself and step out of the routine of news reporting. If we could choose our family members, I know there surely would have been a Tug of War over Randy Salerno.
Please don't let his memory fade away completely. There would never be another like him, reach in the vault from time to time to keep the spirit of Randy alive. He had a pleasantly refreshing personality.
Stay strong, we're grieving with you, and holding you up from a distance,
-- Ms. Renee

I knew Randy and his family very well. I can recall having a party during a Cubs game, and having the power go out because of a storm. When I looked over, there he was listening to the game on the radio. I will remember him being the Cubs #1 fan. We will miss you Mr. Salerno!
--MKM
Years ago, in the 90's I was shopping for a gift for my then fiancé, now husband. He was a medical resident at the time, he made no money, worked 110 hours a week and pretty much lived in squalor. I didn't want to buy him something he needed, I thought that he deserved something expensive and foolish for how hard he worked, he needed a treat. I was circling the watch counter and started chatting with the sales person, told them my situation and what I was looking for. Randy was also at the counter, overheard me and helped me pick out a watch. He asked all about my husband and how much I wanted to spend. I said no more than $800, and I remember this as if it just happened a few moments ago. He was leaning on the counter and he quietly stood up, rubbed his chin and said "Yeah, your going to need to increase that amount a little if you want to get something totally unnecessary". He and the sales person then talked me into a $1500 watch that I gave to my husband and he flipped for it. He still wears it to this day and whenever he gets a compliment on it he always says that he has Randy Salerno to thank for it.
I was devastated to hear of his loss. I just truly enjoyed watching him on TV, and listening while he was on with Garry in the morning. What fun it looks like you all had! Thanks for all the clips on the website, they are great fun to watch, but just so sad at the same time. I just don't know what else to say.
--Tracy


I moved to the Chicagoland area a little over four years ago. Being new to the state you don't really know what news channel to pick. So I started watching CBS 2 and have never changed. I have never been one to feel a great deal of grief or feel deeply impacted by a TV personality passing, until last Friday. I could not believe Randy had died. I honestly still can't believe that someone so full of life is gone. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. Roseanne, Randy, Susan, and Ed I never realized how much a part of my life you all are, and although you don't know me, I spend every morning Mon-Fri from 5am-6:30 with you until I leave for work. I loved Randy's sense of humor, his video clips, his sarcasm, he will be truly missed. For the rest of the crew I just want you know that you may not share the same sort of spotlight that a big movie star may encounter, but what you share with your viewer is so much more intimate, You help us start our day not only by keeping us informed and up to date, but you also entertain us and I want to thank you all for that.
You all are in my prayers
Patti Howe

I felt a deep connection to Randy even though I had never met him personally. Seven years ago I lost my twin brother to suicide. A few days later I was watching the news and Randy's face appeared on the screen. I could not believe how much Randy resembled my brother in both looks and personality. Every time I saw his picture he would remind me of him. I felt a little comfort in some strange way. Now it feels like I lost my brother all over again. May god bless him and his family. Maybe Randy and my brother are up in Heaven "hanging out."
--Adrienne Bowman

I wish to say thanks to the morning team (Roseanne, Susan, Ed) for continuing to be on the morning news team show since Randy's death. We must all continue to work and pray together and to also remember any advice he has ever given us. My parish is praying for Randy and his family. I will also miss him too from WGM to WBBM he inspired me as well as my mornings. Thank you Randy and all of you at WBBM for giving us the memory of a colleague and a friend.
--Aguilera family

I feel very blessed to have been able to watch randy on the TV. He was quite a gentleman. And, you know, Randy was blessed in knowing all of you beautiful people at cbs2chicago. May God bless you all abundantly and know that one day we will all be together again in heaven.
We all truly love and miss you and will never forget you, randy, and until we meet again, please rest in peace.
Respectfully,
Kathy

When Randy first came to CBS 2, I was uncertain of his dry humor. Within a week, he won me over with his wit and that wonderful and powerful voice. My heart goes out to his wife and children and I thank them for sharing Randy with "all of us" over the years. I hope and pray that they are comforted with the fact that so many of Randy's special memories are recorded for them to view and hear over the years.
--Jill Sangl

I am so deeply saddened at the untimely death of Randy Salerno. Although I never had the opportunity to meet this wonderful man, I have spent many mornings listening to his wit, his soft spoken voice and laughing out loud at his wonderful antics, But this week I stood in front of that same TV with tears steaming down my cheeks for a Man who brought an added joy, not only to my mornings but to thousands. Randy had a way of speaking that you thought he was talking just to you as his friend. So, my friend ...Thank you for just being yourself.........May you be at Peace.
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to His wife and Children
--Carol Jones

When I would be up early and not feeling well, Randy was there on the screen making me laugh and help me not to take things so seriously. Randy, when needed, was an absolute professional and made you feel like he was your brother telling you the news. My sympathies go out to his family at home and his "family" at CBS2.
--Janelle

I was deeply distraught when I heard Randy Salerno died last Thursday.
He was a sincere, genuine & funny guy. Although I am not in the TV business, if you will, I have heard how it can be one of the most difficult professions to be in!
Randy was great in front of the cameras. I would watch him just to see what silly thing(s) he would do, and by all means, he did the silly things with tact & poise. I'm sure Roseanne can attest to this!
To Randy's Immediate Family Members: Your loved one was a great asset to planet Earth! Although you've heard many say, "He will be greatly missed", I say: "That's an understatement!"
To Mrs. Salerno: I give to you one of my favorite & most profound Biblical Scriptures: "Weeping may endureth for a night, but JOY, it cometh in the morning!
--Anonymous

I remember Randy on Channel 9 and most recently with Gary Meier. I really enjoyed riding to work and listening to his humor coupled with Gary's. He will always be remembered as "The Butter Cookie"
--Anonymous

My husband and I have always watched the CBS morning news, but it became more enjoyable with Randy, and the rest of the CBS morning team. The banter between them always made us laugh... it was easier to get up and get ready for work. We feel like we lost a friend and family member, and I cried when I heard. Our most sincere condolences to you, his on-air family, and to his wife and beautiful children. He is and will be missed. God Bless.
--Rick and Dee

What a tremendous loss! My husband and I watch Channel 2 news every morning. Randy's quick wit and personality made it easier to watch the otherwise dreary news of the world around us. He was our kind of guy and we feel as though we've lost a friend. Words cannot express our sadness for his wife, children, parents, siblings, and his family at Channel 2.
--KMK

I have been watching every one of your newscasts since Randy's passing. That is not to mention so many mornings before. I have cried more than I would like to admit. And while I truly miss that big "smart @%#", Randy you three have made everything Randy did so real.
Roseanne, Ed and Susan, thank you so much. I cannot imagine how difficult this time must be when you have to present a newscast. My thoughts are respectfully with you.
--Mary Ann

My heartfelt sympathy goes to Randy's family, friends and co-workers at Channel 2. Even though I did not know him personally, I was truly saddened to hear of this devastating loss. He will be missed.
--Erin

I am so shocked and saddened by Randy's untimely death. I switched to Channel 2 morning news a few years ago because of the obvious camaraderie between him and Roseanne and the fantastic mix both of them had between delivering news that mattered with humorous anecdotes. It wasn't forced laughter like other newscasters are famous for – it was real and that's what made me feel comfortable watching him. I've seen so many emails by viewers saying they didn't know Randy personally but yet they feel such a sense of loss. I understand how they feel because I too feel the same way. I feel like a huge hole has been left and there is no one that is good enough to fill Randy's shoes. I will truly miss him. Rest well, our Chicago friend.
--Sharon Burger

What an amazing tribute and testament the last several days have been to an amazing man! How fortunate all of his family, friends, colleagues and viewers are to have been touched by Randy's life. Thank you all for sharing your stories, memories, comments and kind words. Thank you, Randy, for inspiring me to strive to be a better person. I've added you to my list of those I look forward to meeting in Heaven someday. Until then,
--Patti

Thank you for showing us your grief. It really makes it somewhat easier for us that only know you through our televisions every morning. I was surprised at how awful and sad that I felt about his tragic passing. I feel so sorry for his family and also for the family of his friend, it must be horrific for them also.
I think that my absolute favorite Randy moment was when he was reading the prompter and probably not paying 100 per cent attention to it because without missing a beat he closed the segment and announced that he was Roseanne Tellez. My husband and I both did a double take and then just laughed. We will both miss him in the mornings.
--Kathleen Evans

It is said that "When through one man a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth come into the world - then that man's life has had meaning" Randy seemed to these verses perfectly. May he rest in peace.
--Ken

Our family sends the deepest sympathy to The Salerno family and to his CBS and WGN family. I am still in shock. We watched Randy on both channels, and he will so missed. God bless.
--Dede

I am so, so sorry for Randy's wife, children, family, and friends at CBS2 Chicago. I wanted to share a thought. It would be a very meaningful gift to give the Salerno family a DVD of the CBS 2 Team's memories of Randy. It will be a comfort to his children, especially as they grow older, to see and hear their father. God Bless.
--Judy

I think another viewer said this earlier, but I don't know why every time I turn on the morning news or read all the tributes on your website, I am just in tears and I didn't even know Randy personally. I feel as if he was a member of my immediate family and it hurts so much. He was such a great person to wake up with in the mornings and I will miss his wit and his great laugh. He will be truly missed by all and my condolences go out all who knew him best.
--Barb

Rosanne, Ed and Susan,
I was so sad to hear of Randy's passing. My heart breaks for all of you. I know how much I will miss him each morning, so I can only imagine the void he has left for all those who knew and loved him so. I recently sent him an e-mail, letting him know how much I liked the show and also to ask him if he grew up on the northwest side of Chicago. I thought maybe I had known his Mom and Dad when I was younger. I honestly did not expect a return e-mail, but to my surprise he answered my letter the same evening!
He said he didn't grow up near me and that he didn't know the people I mentioned, but with his wit he said, if I wanted to, we could make up a memory. He proceeded to tell me about a time when he was younger when he and I broke into his friend's house and ate all the cookies his friend's mom had baked for a party. Then he said "wasn't that fun"? It was a silly thing, but made me feel more as if I had really known him.
I believe everything in our life happens for a good reason, including this. What the Lord was thinking when he took Randy, is known only to Him. But, everyone left behind is a better person for knowing him. Including me. I will pray for all of you and his family, so that the pain will be lessened each day by the smiles he has given so many.
I will never listen to another Jimmy Buffett song again without thinking of Randy. I am sure from my e-mail address you can see I will think of him often!
--Rhonda Anton

I am so heart broken over the loss of Randy Salerno. I have watched him for years. His wit and his smile. He was loved by so many people. I'm having a hard time watching in the morning wishing it was just a dream. My condolences go out to everyone who knew him and loved him, especially his family. My heart has a loss since I've heard. Being from McHenry so close to Crystal Lake. Randy you will be missed. You have touched all of us in so many ways. You are in our prayers.
--Terry from Mchenry

My wife and I started watching Randy when he first came to WGN and then followed him over when he switched to CBS-2 Chicago. He was a part of our day no matter what time he came on the air. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you, at both WGN and CBS. It has to be an incredible loss to all of you that personally knew him.
Our thoughts and prayers are especially with Roseanne Tellez. It must be extremely hard for her, working side by side with Randy for so many years, at both stations. The two of them had a special bond for presenting the news together and really made it fun to watch.
There is a reason for everything, but only God knows the answers.
All the best to all of you during these difficult Times.
Respectfully,
Bruce & Barb Smaha

Rosanne, I know that this is hard for you so I am keeping you lifted in prayer as I am doing for Randy's family. I had to go through the same experience that his wife has to endure when I lost my only child in a car accident. My heart goes out to the whole channel 2 news team. Randy will be missed I watch channel 2 while I dress for work daily. Rosanne, Susan and Ed pray daily before every show and know that Randy will be with you in spirit for the rest of your lives the memories will always be there I will send you cards and emails to try to keep you lifted in Randy's honor.
--LaVerne M. Pearson

to the Salerno family my family and I would like to say how much we will miss randy face from television he brighten up tv and will truly be missed
GOD BLESS
--Anonymous

With my busy schedule, I don't watch much T.V. news, but was very sad to hear of Randys passing. As I have been watching CBS 2 news Chicago, and have been seeing all the clips of Randy I realize what a great man he was. The love all of you share is heart warming, you ARE a family and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you, as well as with his wife, kids and family.
You are right, you will keep his memory alive by talking about him, remembering all the good times and his great sense of humor.
Be strong, you know he would want it that way.
--Lori Ralph

Words cannot express our most deepest sympathy and the sadness we feel as long time
Viewers of channel 2 news morning show . Randy, Roseanne Susan and Ed have become a part

Of our lives every day. Randy's on screen presence was electrifying!!! You could not help but
Catch his quick wit and spontaneity! For that we will always remember him.
He also showed kindness and exuberance delivering the news on air every morning.
He will always remain in our memories as one of the "good guys"!
Sincerely
Theresa and bob kaczmarek

Randy seemed like such a down to earth guy. I bet he is looking down from heaven with a smile. Probably thinking "Wow all this for me?" He is truly going to be missed. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family and his friends.
--Anne

My daughter Nicole got up every morning and while getting dressed, our television was always on WGN channel 9. She thought Randy Salerno was just the most hilarious person she had every encountered, and I agreed. Our hearts, prayers and love go out to his immediate family members, and also his TV family, especially to Rosanne. Those of us who have wonderful jobs, understand the joy of going to work everyday, and our coworkers sometimes become as close as family members. May God continue to comfort each and everyone of you, at this very sad time, but we also thank God for bringing Randy into our daily lives.
--Anonymous

It has been five days since we heard the tragic news about the loss of Randy Salerno and we still cannot believe it. We still look for him to be with Roseanne, Susan and Ed. It will never be the same without him. May God bless his wife and children and family, and all his friends at CBS. We will always miss his smiling face each morning Goodbye Randy and may God bless you.
--Jean

Dear Rosanne & CBS Family,

I was born Jan 4, 1964, Randy in 1963. He graduated in 81' from South HS, I in 82' From Central HS. We lived in the same town growing up, we would have been rivals back in the day. I now live in a little town by LaSalle/Peru. After my mothers passing a 11/2 yrs ago, I no longer have many ties to the small town I grew up in. Watching Randy every morning knowing he was from my hometown gave me some kind of comfort. I will really miss him. I would also like to share a poem I recieved to maybe help comfort his family and his friends.
The Weaver
My life is but a weaving
Between my Lord and me,
I cannot choose the colors
He worketh steadily.
Often times he weaveth sorrow,
And I in foolish pride
Forget He sees the upper
And I, the underside.
Not till the loom is silent
and the shuttles cease to fly
Shall God unroll the canvas
And explain the reason why.
The dark threads are as needful
In the weavers skillful hand
As the threads of gold and silver
In the pattern He has planned.
Author Unknown
I hope to see the twinkle come back to your beautiful eyes Rosanne.
Your fan,
Colleen

My heartfelt sympathy goes to Randy's family, friends and co-workers at Channel 2. My TV was on yesterday morning and I heard Randy's voice. I thought for a second that it was all a bad dream but then realized you were celebrating his life. His wit always brought a smile to my face. I feel as though I've lost a family member.
--Vickey

Randy had a unique gift in "connecting" with people in such a professional, but truly personal and genuine way. He was just like a family member and that funny brother who loves to joke and make people laugh. For me personally, he made every one of my mornings start with a smile-even when the big news was bleak. He truly was the "real" deal. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with his entire family.
--Cathy W/Bartlett

From The Ferguson Family To The Salerno Family we Send Our Deepest Sympathy To You'll we will Miss randy From Television as Well as our Home. weeping May Endure For a Night but joy will come in the Morning Hold on To GODS Unchanged Hand God Love You and I do Too. I don't know you personally but If you are Like your Husband you are just as nice as your husband. GOD NEEDED an Angel and he found a beautiful angel .randy Salerno

You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of Randy. He was such a great person to watch on the morning news. Nothing seemed to embarrass Randy and he would do anything on camera. I laughed at him and the things he said and did many times. Watching the morning news helped me to get through the end of my pregnancy last spring/summer. It was a rough time for me but the humor on CBS 2 Morning helped a lot. He will definitely be missed a lot!
--Andrea

I haven't felt such a loss for so many years, as I felt last week with Randy's death
I watched him on WGN for ten years enjoyed his wit and humor. Then on CBS, loving the duo with Rosanne and the whole group. I haven't stopped crying since it happened. It's unbelievable. I have so much respect for all of you. Carrying on his memory, knowing how difficult it must be to even speak
--Toni Reed

I just wanted to commend the Channel 2 family for their wonderful tributes to Randy. I sat for hours and watched all the clips, I cried and laughed. What great memories you all have of him. He was truly one of a kind and will be missed by many. I am sure he is looking upon you all with a heartfelt smile, and someday you will meet up with your friend again.
--Anonymous

My wife and I were stunned when Vince broke the news about Randy. This could not be. It must be a mistake. Randy was like a member of the family sitting in our living room drinking coffee. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and everyone there at channel 2 .
--Jim and Denise

I moved to Chicago in late 1994 and started watching WGN morning news where I saw both Roseanne and Randy and immediately liked them. When Roseanne moved over to CBS 2 I was torn between the two stations. When Randy came over I was so happy that I could now see them again without having to juggle between the two channels.
Although I'm just a viewer and never met Randy, I felt that he was a real person, he made me laugh, and his personality reminded me of my son who is a soldier in Iraq. I am sad for myself, for his family, and for his co-workers/friends. My heart goes out to all of you. God Bless his wife, children and family.
Respectfully,
Lidia Huante

Channel 2, my heart breaks with all of yours. While I certainly didn't know Randy personally, he was a regular part of my morning! I came to channel two when Ed Curran came over as I just loved to watch him! What I found was the best team on TV. Randy's antics and lightheartedness was a joy to watch. Looking that the tributes you are running this week and watching how stoic your team has been in the toughest of time makes me admire you all that much more.
God bless you all and Randy's beautiful family in this tragic time.
--Sandy Olsen

Our mornings will not be the same without Randy. He was fun, kind, and right to the point. He will truly be missed by everyone who is a channel 2 viewer. Our prayers to his family, co-workers and friends. May we all remember his uniqueness and enjoyable personality. It will be hard to fill his shoes.
--Lynn

To All Randy's "Family" at Channel 2,
I have been watching the coverage of Randy's death since last week, and am so saddened for all of you and Randy's family. Being taken at such a young age in such a random accident is heartbreaking. I applaud all of you for being able to continue to do the job that you do. Randy, I'm sure, is mighty proud of his work family. Like so many people, I get up early in the morning for work, and enjoyed having you on in the background while getting ready and having my first cup of coffee. There were many times when I just couldn't stop laughing. What a wonderful way to start my day.
God sends wonderful people into our lives sometimes, and the pain is extreme when they're taken away; but the wonderfulness of having known them stays with us forever. He has left his "mark" on all of you and on thousands of people he has never even met.
I will be thinking of you tom. Go and celebrate your friend's life.
--Nancy B.
My deepest sympathy to Randy's family and the CBS team. Like many others, for years I have started my day with the CBS Morning News. Every weekday morning from 4:30-6:00 a.m. I listen to CBS Morning News Team as I get ready to leave for work. When someone is part of your day for so many years you feel a bound with that person even if you have never met them in person. Randy was one of those people. His wonderful sense of humor and his dedication to family, friends, and community were obvious everywhere you looked. He never failed to give me something to smile about every day. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
--KC
I've been a suburban person all my life, and was transferred downtown ten years ago. Last October I was waiting for a seminar to begin and had some time to waste so I was walking around the NBC studios when low and behold here comes Randy Salerno. I shook his hand and told him in my tens years being downtown, he was the first celebrity I ever met. His response: " and you haven't met one yet." I'll never forget that comment, truly a regular guy. He will truley be missed by all.
--Gregory F. Sirotzke

I think the reason why we laughed so much with Randy was to have the strong memory of all those good times to help us through this sad, sad time. It is a rare person who can affect total strangers, and make us mourn him so personally. My prayers are with his family.
--Patricia D.

I, as so many, did not know Randy Salerno personally. However, the ongoing great sense of loss and grief over his death feels very personal. It is such a telling tribute to Randy's professionalism and personality that so many of us feel his loss in this way. I want to express my condolences to his family and to each of his colleagues. I will really miss him.
--Melinda Mathews

Randy will be missed. I felt I knew him personally when I watched him in the morning. Randy's death is God's gain, our loss.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Randy's family and his CBS/WGN family.
--Joanne Boettin

It is my great hope that the tears of grief will soon be replaced with the sounds of joy from memories of Randy and how his life affected so many. What a blessing bestowed upon all of you....knowing Randy. Though his time on earth was short, it was a life lived well and LARGE! God Bless his family, friends, and coworkers during this sad time.
--Sylvia Buonanni

Our Prayers and Thoughts go out to the Salerno family and his channel 2 family. I met Randy at a golf outing and what a real down to earth person, a real gem. Listening to the whole team that got along so well and clicked, while getting ready in the morning is a null right now. He will be missed dearly and remembered fondly.
--S.Siciliano

I wanted to tell Randy's family they are in my prayers and thoughts, I lost my husband 15 years ago on January 31st 1993, and to this day he is always missed and loved. My husband passed away of a heart attack while he was with his friends. I am glad if he couldn't be with me he was with his friends that he loved. To Irene: Randy will always be in your heart. I will miss him, I watched CBS 2 every morning, he gave so much of himself and always made us laugh. But I will continue to watch because Randy had a team that is left behind, Remember the good times. And it is ok. to cry.
Warm Regards Kathy
Dear Friends and Family of Randy Salerno,
I was so saddened to hear about the passing of your colleague. I fell asleep with my TV on and jolted up Friday Morning when I heard the news. He made the news so much fun to watch. I always had him on around the house and loved listening to his voice. He will be missed and I will keep all of you in my prayers.
--Lisa Heyden

Every morning we watch the team on Channel two. All of you start our day with warmth and laughter. All of you were a great team. The loss of Randy will be felt by so many people. He was truly "one of a kind". Thank you all for the beautiful tribute you paid him the past few days. He has to be so proud of all of you for the people you truly are to him. May the happy moments and the laughter he brought to all of us be our consolation in the days and years ahead. I am sure the angels are rejoicing with him there in heaven. Remember too, that Randy would want all of you to carry on and continue to be the pleasure you are to all of us who watch you every morning.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and all of you.
--Lorraine T. Orlow

Randy was such a nice and wonderful guy. He was always fun to watch. About two years ago I was working in a law firm with his cousin. One day his cousin and I had a conversation about how wonderful and funny he was. I told Randy's cousin I loved to watch him at what he does best. At the time I was 7 months pregnant. Within the next few days Randy sent me a photo of him singed that said "Thanks for watching, and have fun being a mom". I will never forget that. I will cherish that photo and so will my son. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who loved Randy. He will be missed. God Bless!
--Rebecca

This is a prayer that was said at a funeral I had attended & I think it is appropriate for randy. It is called: togetherness-- death is nothing at all. I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I, and you are you.--- whatever we were to each other that we still are. Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way you always did.-- put no difference into your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.--laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.-- play, smile, think of me. Pray for me. Let my name be the household name it always was.---let it be spoken without effort. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was.-- why should I be out of your mind because I am out of your sight!!!. Pray for me !! All is well, nothing is past, nothing is lost. We will all be one together with Christ. Randy I shall pray for you and your family and you will be missed by a lot of people. May you rest in peace.
--Barbara

I just want to extend my heart to the staff of Channel 2 news and Randy Salerno's family.
(You all are his extended family) The loss is tremendous, I am sure for all of those who was close to Mr. Salerno. I also share that loss and know that he is in a better place.
--Anonymous

His voice. The moment I heard of our lost I heard his voice..."I'm Randy Salerno". I heard the chuckling, the wise cracks, the flubs, the voice. I work around the corner from the CBS station and as I was leaving that afternoon I saw Mike Parker. For me to be able to express my sadness face-to-face to someone that knew and worked with him gave me a small fraction of relief. Then I went to my car and cried. They say we never know how we affect other people, but somehow I think Randy did...and enjoyed it!
--Cleo

I'd sent a condolence message to Roseanne Tellez already, but wanted to share something with your viewers who may not reside near the area that Randy came from. This morning I had reason to drive into Crystal Lake and I saw marquis all through town with messages of "We'll Miss You, Randy", or "You're In Our Thoughts, Randy"...it made tears fall from my eyes.
Both of Randy's families continue to be in my thoughts & prayers. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
--Camille Z.

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